Theoretical Basis and Clinical Practice for FUE Megasession Hair Transplantation in the Treatment of Large Area Androgenic Alopecia

January 2021 in “ Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology ”

Yuyue Gan, Linxiu Du, Waun Ki Hong, Zhen Hu, Yong Miao

FUE megasession hair transplantation androgenic alopecia hair follicles Ringer's solution FUE male pattern baldness

TLDR FUE megasession hair transplantation effectively treats large area hair loss with less discomfort and shorter operation time.

The article discusses the use of FUE megasession hair transplantation for treating large area androgenic alopecia. The study found that preserving hair follicles extracted by FUE method in 4°C Ringer's solution resulted in the best survival rate for the hair follicles during clinical surgery. FUE megasession hair transplantation is a reliable and effective treatment for large area androgenic alopecia, with advantages such as shorter operation time and reduced patient discomfort.

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