TLDR The document explains how trichoscopy can improve hair transplant results for patients with hair loss.
The document discusses the use of trichoscopy in hair transplant (HT) procedures, primarily for patients with androgenetic alopecia. The authors, who are practicing dermatologists, have extensively used trichoscopy to enhance the results of their HT patients. They share their insights to assist other hair restoration surgeons and to help pathologists better understand the HT process when they receive scalp biopsies from hair restoration practices.
88 citations,
January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” Minoxidil and finasteride effectively treat hair loss.
1 citations,
January 2018 in “Indian journal of dermatopathology and diagnostic dermatology” Trichoscopy helps diagnose and monitor hair and scalp problems without needing many biopsies.
7 citations,
August 2021 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Early treatment of fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution may improve outcomes.
2 citations,
January 2018 in “Dermatology Review/Przegląd Dermatologiczny” Use trichoscopy to diagnose hair loss; treat with minoxidil, finasteride, or dutasteride; consider platelet-rich plasma and spironolactone.
30 citations,
January 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution is a hair loss condition often confused with other types, requiring early treatment but usually not resulting in significant hair regrowth.
