Reconstruction of coup de sabre deformity (linear localized scleroderma) by using galeal frontalis muscle flap and demineralized bone matrix combination

J Craniofac Surg. 2011 Jan;22(1):257-8. doi: 10.1097/SCS.0b013e3181f7b756.

Abstract

In this clinical report, we are presenting the combination of demineralized bone matrix combined with bilateral galea frontalis flaps. Based on our 6-month results, this seems to be a reasonable combination to accomplish long-lasting restoration of forehead defects related to en coup de sabre linear localized scleroderma.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Bone Matrix / transplantation
  • Female
  • Forehead / diagnostic imaging
  • Forehead / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Middle Aged
  • Muscle, Skeletal / transplantation
  • Radiography
  • Scleroderma, Localized / diagnostic imaging
  • Scleroderma, Localized / surgery*
  • Surgical Flaps*