Abstract
Reconstruction of large scalp defects depends on the ability to cover them with hair-bearing tissue. Using expanded tissue provides sufficient skin with characteristics suitable for covering large scalp defects. We used this technique in a 2-year-old boy to reconstruct a scalp defect caused by birth trauma. Rapid expansion of the scalp, using an expander introduced under normal scalp and an external valve, is recommended whenever dealing with children.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 625-626 |
| Number of pages | 2 |
| Journal | Harefuah |
| Volume | 118 |
| Issue number | 11 |
| State | Published - 1 Jun 1990 |
| Externally published | Yes |