Several surgical techniques are available for the treatment of keloids on the earlobes. Depending on the size, depth, duration, and morphology of the lesion, the procedure can pose significant challenges for the dermatologic surgeon, as these factors are associated with a higher risk of recurrence and local deformities. We report two cases in which total excision with fistulectomy was performed, yielding favorable aesthetic outcomes.

Keywords: Keloid; Ear; Case Reports; Ambulatory Surgical Procedures.

Scalp reconstructions can be challenging for dermatologic surgeons because the site has little elasticity and is located over a convex, rather than flat, area. The pinwheel flap is a type of rotational flap used for the vertex region of the scalp. We describe two cases, one male and one female, using the technique to reconstruct defects after skin cancer excisions in the vertex and the frontal region of the scalp.

Keywords: Scalp; Carcinoma, Basal Cell; Carcinoma, Squamous Cell; Surgical Flaps