Reconstruction of the scalp defect with the trapezius muscle flap (clinical case)

Abstract

Background. Many patients with complex scalp and skull defects can benefit from scalp reconstruction using the trapezoid flap, reducing the morbidity of the donor site. The trapezius flap was first reported by Nakajima and Fujino in 1984. It was originally described as a myocutaneous or muscle flap, and it has also been used as a free flap. The blood that supply the trapezium muscle and the skin is mainly from the superficial and descending branches of the transverse cervical artery as well as the occipital artery.