Pinwheel flaps and scalp skin cancer – part two

This photo shows the flap being constructed and sewn together with nylon stitches.

Six weeks after the operation, there is some non-healing at the confluence of the flaps, causing a lot of consternation to the patient.

Ten weeks after the operation. The patient has shaved some hair to facilitate wound care.

Finally about four months after the operation, a good result for the pinwheel flap.

With any wounds there can be delayed healing. But a good cosmetic result was accomplished in the end.