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GlossaryScalp Defects

abnormalities or damage to scalp's skin and tissues

Scalp defects refer to abnormalities or damage to the scalp's skin and underlying tissues. These can result from congenital conditions, trauma, infections, or surgical procedures. They may manifest as areas of hair loss, scarring, or irregular skin texture, and can sometimes require medical or surgical intervention to restore normal appearance and function.

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research Microsurgical Reconstruction of Extensive Scalp Defects

50 citations , May 1999 in “Journal of Reconstructive Microsurgery”

Microsurgical reconstruction effectively covers complex scalp defects but doesn't improve survival for cancer-related cases.

research Dual transposition flaps for the reconstruction of large scalp defects

10 citations , May 2009 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Technique effectively reconstructs large scalp defects with minimal hair loss and visible scarring.

research Mercedes Flap With Releasing Incisions for Scalp Defects

7 citations , March 2017 in “Annals of Plastic Surgery”

The new Mercedes flap variant effectively closed medium-sized scalp defects in a single operation with good cosmetic results and no complications.

research Commentary: Hair Transplantation for Reconstruction of Scalp Defects using Artificial Dermis

5 citations , August 2011 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

Artificial dermis used for hair transplantation can reconstruct scalp defects effectively without the need for tissue expansion.

research A staged approach for complex scalp defects using titanium mesh and anterolateral thigh flaps: Two case reports

1 citations , August 2023 in “International Journal of Surgery Case Reports”

Using titanium mesh and thigh tissue is effective for complex scalp reconstruction.

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community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

in Research 830 upvotes 1 year ago

Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

community Have you tried putting unconventional things on to your scalp ?

in Technology 3 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation is about trying unconventional treatments for hair loss, such as green tea, coffee, cocoa, multivitamin pills, red wine, onion, honey, herbs, and hydrogen peroxide. The user is seeking feedback on these methods to avoid ineffective ones.