Transplantation Procedures in Vitiligo: What's New

    August 2022 in “ Dermatological Reviews ”
    Vishal Thakur, Vignesh Narayan R, Davinder Parsad
    The document discussed significant advancements in vitiligo transplantation surgery, highlighting improvements in predicting treatment responses through clinico-epidemiological and molecular profiling. The transplantation process became more efficient, with innovations in graft orientation, donor-to-recipient ratios, and hair follicle transplants. New suspending media increased pigmentation rates, and the procedure became more cost-effective and equipment-friendly. Techniques for preparing recipient sites were enhanced using various tools and methods, and special surgical techniques were developed for challenging areas like fingers and genitals. Overall, these advancements led to easier, less invasive procedures with higher success rates.
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