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GlossaryPressure Alopecia (Postoperative Alopecia)

hair loss caused by prolonged pressure on the scalp

Pressure Alopecia, also known as Pressure-Induced Alopecia or Postoperative Alopecia, is a type of hair loss that occurs due to prolonged pressure on a specific area of the scalp. This condition is often seen in patients who have undergone lengthy surgical procedures where the head remains in a fixed position for an extended period, leading to restricted blood flow and subsequent hair follicle damage in the affected area.

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2 citations , July 1999 in “Liver transplantation and surgery”

Liver transplant can lead to neurological, pulmonary, cardiovascular, and renal complications, with older patients facing higher risks.

Case Presentation: Catastrophic Decrease in Measured Oxygen Saturation Associated with Venovenous Bypass During Liver Transplantation

research Case Presentation: Catastrophic Decrease in Measured Oxygen Saturation Associated with Venovenous Bypass During Liver Transplantation

July 1999 in “Liver transplantation and surgery”

Oxygen levels can drop during liver transplant if bypass pressures are too high, but other reasons should be checked first.

research Postoperative Alopecia Following Oral Surgery

3 citations , July 2018 in “Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery”

Hair loss can occur after oral surgery, likely due to stress and pressure on the scalp, and usually gets better on its own.

research The Composite Galeal Frontalis Pericranial Flap Designed for Anterior Skull Base Surgery

4 citations , August 2008 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery”

The flap effectively sealed leaks and served as a barrier, with minor complications, for anterior skull base surgery.

research Under Pressure? Alopecia Related to Surgical Duration

24 citations , July 2014 in “British Journal of Anaesthesia”

Long surgeries can cause temporary hair loss due to pressure on the scalp.

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