Reconstruction of large scalp defect in a brown howler monkey (Alouatta guariba clamitans): A case report

Abstract

This case report describes different repair techniques used to reconstruct a large scalp defect in a brown howler monkey (Alouatta guariba clamitans) hit by a vehicle. Three reconstructive procedures were performed in two surgical stages. The repair techniques had successful outcomes on the patient's rehabilitation.

Keywords: facial axial pattern flap; nonhuman primates; reconstructive surgery.