May 2017 in “Hair transplant forum international” Results are not reported in this summary by Steven Gabel, MD, on the rare occurrence and potential consequences of postoperative infections following hair restoration surgery, as well as the ongoing debate over the use of perioperative antibiotic prophylaxis.
November 2025 in “International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery” This article reviews immediate post-operative folliculitis, emphasizing its self-limiting nature and differentiation from infective folliculitis, but it reports no new clinical findings.
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July 2008 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article reviews infection prevention in hair restoration surgery and underscores the importance of developing an infection control policy, without presenting new clinical findings.
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June 2024 in “Regenerative Therapy” This review discusses adverse events potentially linked to platelet-rich plasma therapy, highlighting the need for more high-quality evidence to understand its safety profile and associated risks.
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January 1979 in “JAMA” In this study, fiber implantation for pattern baldness was deemed ineffective and resulted in complications such as infection, scarring, and permanent hair loss, making it an unacceptable treatment option.