Dermatosurgical pearls: the plesiosaurus flap for covering a primary defect of the scalp after surgical excision of a problematic lesion

Dermatology Reports 2026 Open access

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Authors: Georgi Tchernev, Konstantin Georgiev Tchernev Jr, Simona Kordeva
DOI: 10.4081/dr.2026.10670
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Abstract

A 54-year-old male presented with a painful nodular, tumor-like lesion, in the right occipital region, present for approximately two years, clinically suspected of atheroma. Surgical excision of the lesion was recommended.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Reconstructive Facial Surgery Techniques Reconstructive Surgery and Microvascular Techniques Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer Studies

Publication details

Journal / source
Dermatology Reports
Publication date
15 January 2026
Language
EN