Clinical efficacy of expanded scalp flap combined with laser hair removal on frontal lesions

Abstract

Objective To explore the clinical results of repairing frontal lesions with the combination of the expanded scalp flaps and postoperative laser hair removal. Methods There were 10 patients involved between May 2014 through May 2016 in our department. In the first stage, the expanders were implanted to the pockets under the scalp. In the second stage, the wounds, after lesion removal, were covered by the expanded scalp flaps. In the third stage, laser hair removal was performed 2 weeks postoperatively for 4 to 6 times until complete removing the hair. Results All the lesions were repaired with good results. The incisions healed primarily. The scalp flaps survived without necrosis. The hair on the flap was removed completely. The color and texture of the flap were similar to these of the adjacent skin. The satisfactory results of the appearance were achieved in all the patients. Conclusions The combination of the expanded scalp flap and laser hair removal is an effective method for the repairing of the frontal lesion. Key words: Tissue expansion; Scalp flap; Frontal lesion