Prediction model for haematoma after tissue expander placement: A retrospective cohort study of 7080 cases over 20 years.

Haematoma is an early complication of tissue expander placement and can lead to infection, capsule contracture and various complications, hindering successful reconstruction. However, no scientific models can accurately predict the risk of haematoma following tissue expansion. Therefore, this study aimed to develop and validate a prediction model for haematoma following tissue expander placement.

Reconstruction of Hemifacial Congenital Giant Nevus with Pre-expanded Scalp Flaps and Deltopectoral Skin Flaps.

Background: The hemifacial congenital giant nevus impacts both physical and mental health of the patients. Excision is typically the most suitable option in these situations, but reconstructing the subsequent surgical defects is always a serious challenge.

Methods: Between February 2012 and January 2021, a retrospective review of 4 patients who suffered from hemifacial congenital giant nevus was conducted, and they were treated by pre-expanded scalp flap and deltopectoral flap simultaneously.

Hair-Bearing Expanded Scalp Flap for Total Beard Reconstruction in Patients With Chin and Submental Postburn Scars.

Background: Loss of beard in adult male caused by severe burn may cause cosmetic and psychological problems for these patients. Reconstruction of the beard with hair-bearing skin flaps in similar color and texture of the surrounding tissues remains a challenge.

Methods: Eight male patients suffered from submental postburn scar and beard loss were treated by using the hair-bearing expanded scalp flap.

Reconstruction of facial defects using a pre-expanded scalp flap: A description of the method used and outcomes of 43 patients.

Background: A technique for reconstructing facial units with matching colour, similar texture and sufficient contour is ideal for patients with various facial defects. The current report aimed to present the experience of the authors in facial reconstruction using pre-expanded scalp flaps combined with laser hair removal.

Methods: From January 2014 to August 2021, 43 patients with different facial defects, such as post-burn scar and congenital nevus, were treated using this surgical technique that involved tissue expansion, scalp flap transfer and laser hair removal.

Expanded scalp flap combined with laser hair removal to reconstruct facial defects around the hairline.

Background: Congenital and acquired facial lesions around the hairline can bring huge physical and psychological trauma to patients. At present, reconstruction of this area remains a challenge. In this study, we present an alternative technique to reconstruct the aesthetic units using an expanded scalp flap combined with laser hair removal.

Application of Various Methods to Evaluate the Postoperative Characteristics of Expanded Pedicled Deltopectoral Flap for Large Facial Scars.

The expanded pedicled deltopectoral flap (EPDF) has been widely used to repair large facial scars. Although doctors and patients are usually satisfied with the outcomes, the actual functional recovery and cosmetic effects of EPDF are still unknown. It is, therefore, necessary to objectively investigate the effect of transferred EPDF by using a variety of methods.