Successful Hair Transplantation of Recalcitrant Alopecia Areata of the Scalp
September 2008
in “
Dermatologic surgery
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TLDR Hair transplantation can successfully treat stubborn alopecia areata.
The document discussed a case study on the successful hair transplantation in a patient with recalcitrant alopecia areata of the scalp. The authors, affiliated with Mt. Sinai School of Medicine, reported that despite the challenging nature of alopecia areata, which is often resistant to treatment, the patient experienced significant hair regrowth following the procedure. This case highlighted the potential of hair transplantation as a viable treatment option for individuals with persistent alopecia areata, offering hope for those who have not responded to other therapies.