Semin Plast Surg 2005; 19(2): 143-152
DOI: 10.1055/s-2005-871730
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Tissue Expansion Reconstruction of the Scalp

Robert L. McCauley1 , 2
  • 1Shriners Burn Hospitals for Children, Galveston, Texas
  • 2University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, TX
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Publication Date:
29 June 2005 (online)

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ABSTRACT

The involvement of the head and neck can occur in 25 to 45% of patients with burn injuries. Unfortunately, scalp burns can result in significant burn alopecia. The management of these problems depends on the location and extent of the alopecia. Tissue expansion has become an important part of the armamentarium for correction of this problem with acceptable complication rates. The results of correction of burn alopecia with tissue expansion are an important part of our surgical strategy in the aesthetic reconstruction of cicatricial alopecia.

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