Written for doctors new to the field of hair transplantation and designed to help them develop their understanding and skills. Practical details on performing all aspects of hair transplant surgery are clearly described. Divided into three parts, Part A focuses on the principal, techniques, and steps, which, when meticulously followed, result in successful hair restorations. Part B provides the basic knowledge vital for new hair restoration surgeons, it is also important for practicing surgeons. Part c comprises chapters on the advanced state-of-the-art knowledge and techniques beyond what the novice must master in the beginning, which will become the important components of the therapeutic armamentarium as the surgeon progresses to expert status. Key Highlights All graft harvesting and implantation techniques are presented with description and videos by renowned surgeons. Practical details for performing all aspects of hair transplant surgery are clearly described in a step-by-step manner and illustrated in detail with high-quality photographs, illustrations, and videos. The latest follicular unit excision (FUE) concepts and techniques are presented. The guide is authored by a group of distinguished doctors from around the world, many of whom have pioneered the techniques they describe.

This book provides surgeons with the latest advances and most up to date techniques in aesthetic and reconstructive hair transplant surgery. Beginning with an overview of the basic anatomy of hair and an introduction to hair loss and transplantation, the next chapter discusses the medical management of hair loss. The following sections offer step by step guidance on various hair transplantation techniques covering follicular extraction, donor and recipient area, grafts, instruments, potential complications, and postoperative care. Medicolegal and ethical issues are also discussed and a complete chapter is dedicated to setting up a hair transplant practice. This comprehensive text is enhanced by nearly 400 surgical photographs, figures and tables. Key Points Provides latest advances and techniques in aesthetic and reconstructive hair transplant surgery Techniques presented in step by step format, and sections on medicolegal and ethical issues Complete chapter covers setting up a hair transplant practice Comprehensive text enhanced by nearly 400 images and illustrations

This issue of Primary Care: Clinics in Office Practice, Guest Edited by George G.A. Pujalte, MD, is devoted to Primary Care Dermatology. Dr. Pujalte has assembled a group of expert authors to review the following topics: Urticaria and allergy-mediated conditions; Dermatologic manifestations of systemic diseases; Viral skin infections; Fungal skin infections; Bacterial skin infections; Parasitic skin infections; Pressure and friction injuries to the skin; Sunburn, thermal, and chemical injuries to the skin; Acne; Alopecia; Nail deformities and injuries; and Skin cancer.

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