Hair Transplantation

October 2021

Bahareh Abtahi‐Naeini, Ali Abbasi

hair transplantation follicular unit transplantation follicular unit extraction scarring alopecia

Studysummary Hair transplantation helps restore hair and improve appearance, especially for women.

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The document provided an overview of hair transplantation, covering various aspects such as hair loss classification, patient selection, preoperative evaluation, and different transplantation methods like follicular unit transplantation and follicular unit extraction. It also discussed the donor and recipient areas, post-operation care, potential complications, and specific considerations for hair transplantation in scarring alopecia and other body sites. The chapter aimed to address the emotional impact of hair loss and the desire for hair restoration, particularly emphasizing the importance of hair for beauty, especially among women.

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research A Systematic Review of the Outcome of Hair Transplantation in Primary Scarring Alopecia

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This review suggests that hair transplantation may be a viable treatment option for certain primary scarring alopecias, although findings should be interpreted cautiously due to possible publication bias favoring positive results.

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research Prognosis and Management of Congenital Hair Shaft Disorders Without Fragility—Part II

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This review discusses the prognosis and treatment options for hair shaft disorders, finding no studies but suggesting some disorders improve with specific treatments like minoxidil and retinoids, while gentle hair care remains essential.

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research Follicular Unit Extraction Hair Transplant Harvest: A Review of Current Recommendations and Future Considerations

16 citations , January 2014 in “Dermatology online journal”

This article discusses Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) as a minimally invasive hair restoration technique that avoids the drawbacks of traditional strip surgery and highlights ongoing procedural advancements.

research Robotic Hair Restoration: ARTAS System Review

31 citations , November 2013 in “Dermatologic Clinics”

This article discusses the use of a robotic system for hair graft harvesting in hair restoration surgery, focusing on its capabilities and the advantages and disadvantages, but it reports no new clinical findings.

research Follicular Unit Extraction: A Comprehensive Overview of Techniques and Best Practices

41 citations , August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America”

This article discusses the benefits, techniques, and unique considerations of follicular unit extraction for hair grafting, but reports no new clinical results.

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12 citations , August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America”

This article reviews the essential aspects of patient consultation and examination in hair restoration surgery and outlines factors affecting candidate selection and contraindications, but reports no new clinical results.

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151 citations , August 2010 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

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This article explores factors in designing a personalized hairline, favoring a flared design approach, and reports no new evidence.

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This article reviews the development of follicular unit transplantation for hair replacement, highlighting its ability to provide natural-looking results with minimal recovery time, but results depend heavily on the skill and planning of the practitioner.

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This article explains why modern hair transplant techniques can be effective for women with pattern hair loss, despite this being underrecognized.

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72 citations , September 1997 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

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This study introduces a hair transplantation method combining elliptical excision and micrografting, suggesting it provides significant cosmetic improvements for androgenetic alopecia.