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. 2021 Feb;62(1):e73-e75.
doi: 10.1111/ajd.13388. Epub 2020 Aug 5.

A simple technique to reconstruct medium to large scalp defects with exposed bone

Shevya Manjri Tiwari  1   2 , Timothy G Elliott  1 , Ernest Tan  2
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A simple technique to reconstruct medium to large scalp defects with exposed bone

Shevya Manjri Tiwari et al. Australas J Dermatol. 2021 Feb.

Abstract

Medium to large scalp defects with exposed bone can pose particular challenges to the dermatologic surgeon. Most of the publications pertaining to the repair of such defects are presented in the plastic surgery literature. Dermatologic surgeons may have less experience in this area and be hesitant to pursue surgery when these defects may be encountered. The technique described below is a simple, one-stage reconstruction, with a short healing period, providing adequate cosmesis, and is within the capability of most dermatologic surgeons.

Keywords: dermatologic surgery; exposed bone; flaps; grafts; scalp defects.

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