Hidden Transection of Follicular Unit Extraction in Donor Site
April 2016
in “
Dermatologic Surgery
”
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Studysummary This study concluded that to accurately calculate the transection rate in follicular unit extraction, it's essential to account for both extracted and hidden transections, which differ based on surgeon expertise.
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In 2016, a study involving 20 patients examined hidden transection rates during Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE), a type of hair transplantation. The study compared the performance of an expert and a beginner surgeon, revealing that while visible transection rates were similar, the hidden transection rate was significantly higher for the beginner at 8% compared to 2% for the expert. The findings highlighted the importance of considering both visible and hidden transections to accurately assess the real transection rate in FUE. The study suggested that excessive or deep punch insertion could cause hidden transections and noted the need for further research to understand the effects of hidden transection on hair regrowth and the influence of different variables. However, the study was limited by its small size and the high transection rate from the test punches used.
