Follicular Unit Transplantation for Male and Female Pattern Hair Loss and Restoring Eyebrows

June 2005 in “ Ophthalmology Clinics of North America ”

Marc R. Avram

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TLDR Follicular unit transplantation treats hair loss and restores eyebrows with short recovery and natural results.

This 2005 document discusses the use of follicular unit transplantation (FUT) for male and female pattern hair loss and restoring eyebrows. FUT involves harvesting donor hair from the posterior scalp and transplanting it into the recipient sites. The success of the procedure depends on factors such as donor density, caliber of hair follicles, and ongoing rate of hair loss. The article also provides information on FDA-approved medications for hair loss. The recovery period is short and the transplanted hair grows in 3-4 months. The main challenge for hair transplant surgeons is the legacy of large grafts, which can result in an unnatural appearance. The next step in hair transplantation is cloning hair follicles, which will provide an ideal source for eyebrow transplantation.

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