 In scalp reconstruction free flaps have the great benefit of being completely detached from their original location ("donor site") before transferral to the scalp, which makes the inset easier than for pedicled flaps.Another advantage is that free flaps provide a more robust vascular supply to the wound compared to pedicled flaps, controlling infection and radiation induced damage.In addition, muscle or myocutaneous free flaps provide additional bulk that obliterates empty spaces (e.g.