The Consultation And Surgical Planning

    October 2022 in “ Hair Transplantation ”
    TLDR Proper patient selection and education are crucial for successful hair restoration surgery.
    The document emphasized the importance of proper patient selection in hair restoration surgery, highlighting the need for a comprehensive medical history and scalp evaluation to determine candidacy. It stressed the significance of educating patients about available surgical techniques and setting realistic expectations for results. The progressive nature of hair loss and the time required for surgical results to manifest necessitated a long-term, trusting relationship between the patient and surgeon.
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