The Tumescent Technique Facilitates Hair Micrografting

The study conducted by Joseph P. Hunstad evaluated the use of the tumescent technique in 50 consecutive hair micrografting procedures. This technique was found to effectively provide anesthesia in both donor and recipient sites without the need for multiple needle injections or nerve blocks, which are typically associated with significant discomfort. The tumescent technique also minimized bleeding and postoperative bruising, thereby reducing morbidity. The anesthesia achieved was long-lasting, facilitating the completion of the procedure and offering prolonged postoperative pain relief. Overall, the findings suggested that the tumescent technique was beneficial in enhancing the comfort and efficiency of hair micrografting procedures.