Fifteen Steps to Perform a Graft

May 2022 in “ Hair transplant forum international ”

Mauro Speranzini

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TLDR The document concludes that following a specific 15-step process can improve the success of hair transplant extractions.

The document details a 15-step process for efficient and safe follicular extraction using the follicular unit excision (FUE) technique, a crucial part of the hair transplant process. It emphasizes the importance of selecting the right equipment, mastering the extraction technique, and following a specific sequence in the donor area. The aim is to standardize and enhance the training of doctors and technicians in follicular extraction, thereby increasing the success rate of the procedure.

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