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Glossary Scalp Necrosis

death of scalp tissue due to insufficient blood supply

Scalp necrosis refers to the death of scalp tissue, often resulting from a lack of blood supply. This condition can be caused by various factors, including severe infections, trauma, or complications from medical procedures. It typically presents with symptoms such as severe pain, discoloration, and tissue breakdown, and requires prompt medical intervention to prevent further damage and potential complications.

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research Feily’s method as a new mode of hair grafting in prevention of scalp necrosis even in dense hair transplantation

6 citations , July 2015 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual”

This study found that scalp necrosis in hair restoration procedures primarily occurs in the central region, particularly on the right parietal aspect, and proposed a method to prevent this complication.

Using Feily's Method to Prevent Scalp Necrosis in Three Patients Prone to Scalp Recipient Necrosis: What Is New in Prevention of Scalp Necrosis?

research Using Feily's method prevented scalp necrosis in three patients incline to the scalp recipient necrosis; what is new in prevention of scalp necrosis?

5 citations , September 2016 in “Dermatologic Therapy”

This paper reports three cases of hair transplantation using Feily's method, which showed unusual long-lasting dark areas on the scalp, suggesting more than 24 hours of caution might be needed to prevent necrosis.

Efficacy of Percutaneous Superficial Temporal Arterial Hyaluronidase Injection for Hyaluronic Acid Filler-Induced Necrosis and Subsequent Alopecia

research Efficacy of Percutaneous Superficial Temporal Arterial Hyaluronidase Injection for Hyaluronic Acid Filler–Induced Necrosis of Frontotemporal Skin and/or the Ipsilateral Scalp With Subsequent Alopecia

4 citations , October 2022 in “Aesthetic surgery journal”

This study reports that percutaneous superficial temporal arterial hyaluronidase injection effectively treated necrosis of the frontotemporal skin and ipsilateral scalp, with patients experiencing significant recovery in skin appearance and hair regrowth 2 to 3 months after injection, following complications from hyaluronic acid filler.

Prevention of Impending Scalp Necrosis by Topical Nitroglycerin in Hair Transplant Surgery

research Prevention of impending scalp necrosis by topical nitroglycerine in hair transplant surgery

3 citations , August 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology”

In this study, topical nitroglycerine spray successfully prevented impending necrosis in 94% of hair transplant cases showing signs of vascular distress.

Scalp Necrosis Following Hair Transplantation Successfully Managed With Conservative Wound Care And Adjunctive Photobiomodulation: A Case Report

research Scalp necrosis following hair transplantation successfully managed with conservative wound care and adjunctive photobiomodulation: A case report

July 2026 in “World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews”

In this case report, a 49-year-old heavy smoker experienced scalp necrosis after hair transplantation, but wound closure was achieved within two weeks using a treatment combining topical agents and photobiomodulation; the potential role of photobiomodulation needs further study.

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community Going to inject NAD+ and GHL-Cu into Scalp for a few months

in Chat 1 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses a user's plan to inject NAD+ and GHK-Cu into their scalp to improve hair health, with concerns raised about the risks of infection and necrosis. Alternatives like finasteride, dutasteride, microneedling, oral minoxidil, and scalp massages are suggested.

community Dental technician is convinced that he has found the cause of pattern hair loss

314 upvotes 2 years ago

A dental technician claims malocclusion causes pattern hair loss due to poor scalp circulation. Users debate this, noting treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling focus on DHT and blood flow.

community Diamond Hair Clinic in Istanbul - Doctor Mehmet Demircioglu - 20/04/25

12 upvotes 3 months ago

A user shared their positive experience with a hair transplant at Diamond Hair Clinic in Istanbul, performed by Dr. Mehmet Demircioglu, using the Sapphire FUE technique with 4500 grafts. They previously used minoxidil and finasteride, which helped slightly, and plan a follow-up surgery for further improvements.

community My HT experience: I ALMOST FAINTED, excessive bleeding, scary moment post-op, and density anxiety at week 3

in Progress Pictures 13 upvotes 8 months ago

A person shared their hair transplant experience, mentioning complications like excessive bleeding and density anxiety, and is using finasteride and minoxidil chewables. They traveled to Turkey for the procedure, paid around $3800, and are considering Mexico for future treatments; nicotine use is a concern for their recovery.

community DIY Dutasteride Mesotherapy....THE ULTIMATE EXPERIMENT WITH RESULTS!

154 upvotes 5 years ago

User tried DIY Dutasteride Mesotherapy for hair loss due to unsatisfactory Finasteride results. Used mesotherapy injection gun and liquid dutasteride for better results and fewer side effects.

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