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Successful microsurgical scalp replantation utilizing loupe magnification

Case report published in J Craniofac Surg (2022)

Last Updated: June 18, 2026Reviewed by: ASH Editorial Board
Research article — evidence reviewArticle reference
Evidence: Case reportClinical LiteratureChopan M et al. · The Journal of craniofacial surgery, 2022

Abstract

Total scalp avulsion is a rare injury that poses a unique reconstructive challenge. Microsurgical replantation is considered the first-line choice; yet anastomotic efforts may be strained to find suitable recipient and target vessels. Concomitant injuries may also delay or hinder operative intervention. These complex scenarios are difficult to navigate and necessitate multidisciplinary input to optimize outcomes. As such, the authors present an illustrative case report of a total scalp avulsion injury that underwent successful microsurgical replantation. This report highlights the novel use of loupe magnification in scalp replantation and reviews technical and clinical nuances that facilitate a favorable reconstruction.

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Publication typeCase ReportsJournal Article
Indexed MeSH termsAmputation, TraumaticAnastomosis, SurgicalEye, ArtificialHumansMicrosurgeryScalp

Summary

A case report describes successful microsurgical replantation of a total scalp avulsion using loupe magnification, a novel technique in this setting, and reviews the technical and clinical considerations, including multidisciplinary input, that support a favorable reconstruction outcome.

Context

This case report describes successful replantation of a total scalp avulsion injury, highlighting the novel use of loupe magnification along with technical and clinical nuances and the importance of multidisciplinary input. The article addresses reconstructive surgery for traumatic scalp amputation. There is no mention of leeches, hirudotherapy, leech-derived compounds, or the leech secretome in the abstract. This case report does not indicate the use of medicinal leeches.

Citation

Reference (Vancouver style)

Chopan M, Leyngold M, Ching J. Successful microsurgical scalp replantation utilizing loupe magnification. J Craniofac Surg. 2022;33(1):e46-e47. doi:10.1097/SCS.0000000000007897. PMID: 34967529

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