Scalp Radiation and Skin Cancer Surgery Wound Care

Three and a half months before this 72 year old man came into the office, the patient had had a significant skin cancer removed from his scalp. As a result of this surgery, and a history of radiation therapy, he was left with a large wound and no healing had taken place because of the lack of collateral circulation around the wound. Typically, such a wound would require approximately 150 stitches to bring the sides together to close the wound in order to allow healing to take place. As an alternative, Miracle Professional Dressing (MPD) was applied and left in place for three weeks. MPD is designed to peel off after three weeks. The after photo was taken on the 21st day. You can observe the results.

Patient Profile

Patient Age & Sex

Male 72

Nature of Wound

scalp radiation and skin cancer surgery wound on scalp

Start Date

March 24

End Date

April 20