모발이식 Hair Transplantation

[BACKGROUND] Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is the most prevalent type of hair loss. Traditionally, treatment for AGA has primarily involved the topical application of minoxidil in conjunction with oral finasteride or spironolactone. Recently,…

Erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp (EPDS) is a rare inflammatory condition characterized by sterile pustules, crusts, and skin atrophy, leading to scarring alopecia. While typically affecting the elderly, this report discusses a rare …

[AIMS] To investigate the effectiveness of histidine-tryptophan-ketoglutarate (HTK) solution compared to Ringer's (RS) solution for preserving isolated hair follicles (HFs), focusing on structural integrity, cell viability, apoptosis preven…

[BACKGROUND] Scalp micropigmentation (SMP) is becoming increasingly popular. Accordingly, complications of the procedure are on the rise. However, the results of improperly performed SMP are exceedingly challenging to rectify and ultimately…

Scalp reconstruction, particularly with complex defects and infection risks, often favors microvascular free flaps. However, this method can result in unavoidable alopecia and undesirable aesthetics. This report describes a novel case where…

Patients with hair-loss experience stress and a loss of confidence. Several factors contribute to hair loss, including aging, androgen hormone effects, genetics, and diseases. Normally, physicians treat hair loss using medications such as m…

[BACKGROUND AND RATIONALE] Scarring alopecia significantly impacts patients' appearance and psychological well-being. Surgery is a common cause of scarring alopecia, making positive treatment crucial for patients' overall health. [OBJECTIV…

Aplasia cutis congenita (ACC) is a rare congenital disorder characterized by the absence at birth, of skin, dermal appendages, and, in some cases, subcutaneous tissues. The scalp is the most commonly affected area. Usually, particularly aft…

Initially, the application of the follicular unit excision (FUE) technique for hair transplantation faced a challenge due to a significant occurrence of hair follicle damage. However, advancements in techniques, punch designs, and tools hav…

[OBJECTIVE] To explore the efficacy of Follicular Unit Excision (FUE) in treating pediatric secondary cicatricial alopecia. [METHODS] We selected 11 cases of patients under 18 years old who underwent treatment for secondary cicatricial alo…

[BACKGROUND] Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is a common dermatologic condition with significant psychological and social impact. Treatment remains challenging due to heterogeneity in patient response and limited long-term efficacy data. [OBJE…

This case report describes a pioneering approach to address severe alopecia following free flap reconstruction for malignant scalp tumor resection. A 41-year-old female with recurrent malignant fibrous histiocytoma underwent extensive scalp…

[OBJECTIVE] Evaluation of facial feminization surgery (FFS) outcomes in the published literature has taken a panfacial perspective. However, horizontal facial thirds analysis may elucidate current deficiencies in facial feminization. In thi…

[OBJECTIVES] The recent shift from traditional surgical teaching to the incorporation of simulation training in plastic surgery has resulted in the development of a variety of simulation models and tools. We aimed to assess the validity and…

[BACKGROUND] Postoperative folliculitis is a common complication of hair transplantation (HT) requiring effective preventive interventions. This study characterized postoperative folliculitis and determined risk factors in patients undergoi…

[BACKGROUND] Follicular unit hair transplantation has greatly elevated the results of eyebrow restoration. However, unnatural and unbeautiful-looking results are still often seen after the surgery. [OBJECTIVES] This study focused on poor e…

[BACKGROUND] Achieving successful outcomes in hair transplant surgery involves various critical factors, including donor area harvesting, graft survival, and minimizing post-operative complications. This study investigates the differences i…

[BACKGROUND] There is still no certain effective treatment for vitiligo as a common chronic skin disorder characterized by depigmented patches and loss of skin melanocytes. [OBJECTIVES] This study evaluates the efficacy of oral silymarin c…