Scalp Reconstruction and Repair

November 2008 in “ Facial Plastic Surgery ”

E. Antonio Mangubat

scalp reconstruction scalp repair hair biology hair loss scalp reduction tissue expansion hair restoration surgery follicular unit transplantation androgenetic alopecia scar tissue rigidity HRS FUT

Studysummary This article reviews techniques for repairing scalp deformities and concludes that combining older methods with modern hair restoration allows for satisfactory treatment of large scarred areas.

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