Reconstruction of a secondary scalp defect using the crane principle and a split-thickness skin graft
Abstract Background Scalp reconstruction is a common challenge for surgeons, and there are many different treatment choices. The “crane principle” is a technique that temporarily transfers a scalp flap to the defect to deposit subcutaneous tissue. The flap is then returned to its original location,...
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Language: | English |
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BMC
2021-01-01
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Series: | BMC Surgery |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s12893-021-01056-y |