Wound Care Plan

Fasciocutaneous Flap – head

Last Updated
19 May 2025

Quick Overview

Reference ID Number: TWS-WCP-21

Categories

Scope of Practice (ScOP) Designation

Treatment Goals

Moisten the suture line to reduce rigidity of the primary closure suture line

Aim of Dressing

Provide moisture to suture line

Frequency of Dressing Change

Everyday

Consult(s) / Diagnostic Test Required

In collaboration with the Plastics and Ear Nose and Throat Teams

References

Product Selection Disclaimer:

The wound care products being currently used are a suggestion ONLY. They do not take into account your patient's individual needs which you must assess. No funding from medical companies has been provided and wound care products are chosen on their merit and what is available on the NSW Health State Wound Care Contract. Where an exact brand name product is not available we suggest you review the alternative tab or use another wound care product from its category eg. Hydrofibre

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Care Plans

Left facial fasciocutaneous flap

Large facial cancer requiring flap tissue replacement

 Swipe 
Step 1

Clean flap

Clean flap with normal saline and gauze
Products Used
Step 2

Apply white soft parafin

Apply white soft paraffin with jumbo sterile mouth swabs
Products Used