Classification of Surgical Therapies in Vitiligo

This document from 5 years ago explores various surgical therapies for vitiligo, including grafting techniques, melanocyte transplantation, and therapeutic wounding. The techniques have varying levels of effectiveness and potential complications, and the document provides tips for optimizing their success. Non-cultured epidermal suspensions and split-thickness skin grafts are among the most successful techniques, while hair follicle transplantation and blister grafts have shown mixed results. Combination therapy is recommended for better results, and medical tattooing can provide prolonged camouflage. However, the long-term safety and effectiveness of surgical therapies for vitiligo are still uncertain.