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This research aims to explore the effectiveness of follicular unit extraction in treating cicatricial alopecia.

Follicular unit extraction for secondary cicatricial alopecia: A case-based perspective on technique optimization and surgical considerations

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Case-based series demonstrates improved outcomes for cicatricial alopecia with modified surgical techniques.

This research aims to explore the effectiveness of follicular unit extraction in treating cicatricial alopecia.
Presented five cases of patients with cicatricial alopecia treated using follicular unit extraction.
Utilized grafts from the beard or occipital scalp, adjusting surgical techniques based on recipient site fibrosis.
Administered supportive therapy with oral minoxidil and platelet-rich plasma therapy.
Achieved an average graft survival rate of 64.2%.
Maintained acceptable transection rates during the procedure.
Noted promising outcomes, particularly in post-traumatic cases.

Bhardwaj et al. (2026) studied this question.

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