January 2023 in “Journal of Plastic Surgery and Hand Surgery”
This study observed that both autogenic and xenogenic PRP improved graft viability in rabbits compared to control, with autogenic PRP showing better histopathological results.
50 citations
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December 2007 in “Journal of Biomedical Materials Research Part B Applied Biomaterials”
In this study, the combination of keratin-gelatin from poultry feathers promoted early acceptance and viability of full-thickness skin mesh grafts in experimental dogs compared to other treatments.
10 citations
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December 1999 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”
This case report describes how a combined nude and hair-bearing full-thickness skin graft was used after micrographic surgery to achieve a cosmetically satisfactory reconstruction of a large eyebrow defect.
51 citations
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August 2013 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”
This study demonstrated that cultured human dermal papilla cells can induce full hair follicle formation when combined with neonatal foreskin keratinocytes in a grafted dermal-epidermal construct on mice.
A user shared their experience 7.5 months after receiving 3950 hair grafts at Sule Hair Transplant in Istanbul, Turkey, with positive feedback on the transformation. The discussion included costs, recovery time, and the use of medications like finasteride and minoxidil post-transplant.
A user shared their positive experience with a 1900-graft FUE hair transplant by Dr. Ko at Newhair Clinic in Korea, costing $6,000. The user expressed satisfaction with the results and mentioned no longer experiencing stress over hair loss, but did not specify using any medications like finasteride.
Hair cloning may become available in 1-2 years in Japan, but widespread availability and affordability could take 7-15 years. Current treatments like finasteride are effective but may lose effectiveness over time.
Microneedling before a hair transplant may harden the scalp and affect blood circulation, potentially impacting graft growth. Some users report successful transplants after microneedling, while others advise caution and consulting with a surgeon.
The user is exploring alternatives to hair transplants due to a weak donor area and is currently using finasteride, minoxidil, dermapen, low-level laser therapy, Nizoral shampoo, and a high-protein diet. They plan to switch to dutasteride and consider adding RU58841, while rejecting hair systems and considering a buzz cut.