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Case Studies | Surgery | India | Volume 13 Issue 5, May 2024 | Rating: 5.2 / 10
Revolutionizing Scalp Avulsion Treatment: Unleashing the Therapeutic Potential of Pentoxifylline: A Case Report
Anjali Chaudhary [3] | Kuldeep Vishwakarma
Abstract: Scalp avulsion injuries presents a challenging with life threatening clinical scenario, often requiring immediate surgical intervention to optimize patient outcomes. we present a case of scalp avulsion injuries managed surgically using primary closure with meticulous debridement and re - approximation of the avulsed scalp tissue followed by layered closure of the underlying structures and combination with therapeutic administration of pentoxifylline. The patient received pentoxifylline as a therapeutic adjunct to promote wound healing and mitigate the risk of ischemia - related complications. The use of pentoxifylline was guided by its potential to improve microcirculation and tissue oxygenation, thereby supporting the healing process in avulsed scalp injuries. The use of pentoxifylline was associated with enhanced tissue perfusion and reduced edema, contributing to the overall success of the management strategy. The outcomes of this combined approach were assessed in terms of wound healing, complications, and cosmetic results. The result demonstrated that the surgical management utilizing primary closure, supplemented by the therapeutic administration of pentoxifylline, yielded favourable outcomes. The combination approach facilitated successful wound healing, reduced the incidence of ischemia - related complications, and contributed to improved cosmetic results.
Keywords: Scalp avulsion, Pentoxifylline, Case study, Graft survival, plastic surgery, oral and maxillofacial surgery
Edition: Volume 13 Issue 5, May 2024,
Pages: 623 - 626