Polarized Light-Emitting Diode Magnification for Optimal Recipient Site Creation During Hair Transplant

    September 2005 in “ Dermatologic Surgery ”
    Marc R. Avram
    Studysummary This study reports that using LED polarized magnification in hair transplant recipient sites can reduce eye strain and improve ease of site creation, but offers no graft placement advantage over traditional methods.
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