Microsurgical Reconstruction of Complex Scalp Defects With Vastus Lateralis Free Flap
In the case of complex scalp defects, the gold standard is reconstruction through microsurgical flaps that provide well-vascularized tissue and allow to cover large defects, reducing the incidence of infections and ensuring good brain protection even without cranioplasty. In our experience, VL-free flap represents a valid option, providing a low donor site morbidity, the possibility of a two-team approach, and a low complication rate.
Authors
- Francesca Graziano (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5294-8459)
- Adriana Cordova (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5137-4294)
- Domenico Gerardo Iacopino (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1685-5209)
- Emanuele Cammarata (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6563-7390)
- Francesca Toia (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4903-815X)
- Giovanni Zabbia (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0319-0906)
- Mara Franza (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5799-1461)
- Greta Tondini (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-2870-7888)
Institutions
- Ospedale Garibaldi (IT)
- University of Palermo (IT)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Microsurgery
- Published
- 2025-01-29
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1002/micr.70025
- Citations
- 3
- Primary Topic
- Reconstructive Surgery and Microvascular Techniques
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 6.02