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GlossaryCranioplasty

surgical repair of skull defects or deformities

Cranioplasty is a surgical procedure aimed at repairing defects or deformities in the skull. This can involve the use of materials like metal plates, bone grafts, or synthetic implants to restore the skull's shape and protect the brain. It is often performed after traumatic injuries, surgeries that remove part of the skull, or congenital abnormalities.

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research Facial determinants of female gender and feminizing forehead cranioplasty

131 citations , September 2010 in “The Laryngoscope”

Forehead modification greatly increases the perception of femininity and is a safe procedure.

research Salvage of postcranioplasty implant exposure using free tissue transfer

18 citations , May 2017 in “Head & Neck”

Free tissue transfer is highly effective for fixing exposed implants after skull surgery.

research Reconstruction of the Scalp, Calvarium, and Frontal Sinus

17 citations , May 2013 in “Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics of North America”

The document concludes that careful surgical methods and choosing the right materials are key for successful scalp, skull, and frontal sinus reconstruction.