The Use of Retention Sutures and Tensed Silastic-Dacron Strips for the Prevention of Stretch-Back After Alopecia-Reducing Procedures

    October 1994 in “ The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology ”
    Dominic A. Brandy
    Studysummary This study found that tensed Silastic-Dacron strips completely prevented stretch-back and sometimes compressed the remaining bald area after alopecia-reducing procedures, whereas retention sutures provided only partial prevention.
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    1. Scalp Reduction as an Adjunct to Hair Transplantation: Review of Relevant Literature and Presentation of an Improved Technique The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology · 1980