Role of Scalp Reduction in the Treatment of Male Pattern Baldness

Scalp reduction involved staged excision of the alopecic area in male pattern baldness, typically performed in 2 to 5 outpatient procedures under local anesthesia. This method significantly improved outcomes when combined with hair transplantation and could reduce or eliminate the need for transplantation. A study of 30 patients was presented, detailing the technique, expected results, complications, and limitations. The paper encouraged broader use of scalp reduction for hair restoration.