title: Treatment of Scalp Scars.
abstract: The scalp presents many challenges to the reconstructive surgeon given its visible nature and the various considerations that must be given for optimal reconstruction. In this article, we review the anatomy of the scalp, the various options for reconstruction, and important considerations for improving the chances of optimal reconstruction of scalp defects.
authors.affiliation: Kaiser Permanente, SC, USA; 10800 Magnolia Avenue, Riverside, CA 92505, USA. Electronic address: joki777@hotmail.com.
authors.forename: John
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Kim
mesh_terms: D002921:Cicatrix / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D019651:Plastic Surgery Procedures / Q000379:methods*; D012535:Scalp / Q000033:anatomy & histology / Q000601:surgery*; D016038:Skin Transplantation; D013524:Surgical Flaps; D015626:Tissue Expansion
keywords: Anatomy; Defect; Reconstruction; Scalp; Scar