Complications and Difficult Cases: Follicular Unit Transplantation on Irradiated Scalp—A Follow-Up on a Previous Case Report

May 2016 in “ International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery ”

Marco N. Barusco

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TLDR Careful planning and technique are crucial for successful hair transplants on irradiated scalps.

The document discussed a follow-up on a previous case report involving a patient who underwent follicular unit transplantation to address hair loss on an irradiated scalp. The initial procedure took place in 2013, and the patient had experienced alopecia as a result of radiation therapy. The follow-up aimed to evaluate the long-term outcomes and complications associated with performing hair transplantation on an irradiated scalp. The case highlighted the challenges and considerations in treating patients with similar conditions, emphasizing the need for careful planning and technique to achieve satisfactory results.

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