Subtotal scalp reconstruction after traumatic avulsion: a technical note

J Craniofac Surg. 2007 May;18(3):650-3. doi: 10.1097/scs.0b013e318052e290.

Abstract

We present the case of a 19-year-old female who suffered traumatic avulsion of the entire scalp while working with textile industrial machinery and present a pertinent review of the anatomy of the scalp.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Accidents, Occupational
  • Adult
  • Female
  • Granulation Tissue / pathology
  • Humans
  • Plastic Surgery Procedures / methods*
  • Scalp / injuries*
  • Scalp / surgery
  • Skin Transplantation / methods
  • Surgical Flaps
  • Suture Techniques
  • Textile Industry
  • Wound Healing