title: Subcutaneous nodules of the scalp: preoperative management.
abstract: The differential diagnosis of subcutaneous lesions of the scalp is extensive and includes many tumors with intracranial and intraosseous extension. The vast majority of lesions seen by the dermatologist will be benign. However, certain lesional characteristics increase the likelihood of a serious disorder and these must be evaluated preoperatively. We review the important features of subcutaneous scalp lesions and suggest a systematic approach to diagnosis based on patient age, lesion morphology, location, and radiographic findings.
authors.affiliation: State University of New York-Health Science Center, Brooklyn 11203.
authors.forename: H E
authors.initials: HE
authors.lastname: Baldwin
authors.forename: C M
authors.initials: CM
authors.lastname: Berck
authors.forename: Y L
authors.initials: YL
authors.lastname: Lynfield
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D002648:Child; D006801:Humans; D011300:Preoperative Care; D012535:Scalp / Q000601:surgery*; D012536:Scalp Dermatoses / Q000601:surgery*; D012878:Skin Neoplasms / Q000601:surgery*