Selective Inhibition of 5α-Reductase and Preservation of Aromatase in Hair Transplantation
February 2026
in “
Revista Eletrônica Polidisciplinar Voos.
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TLDR A balanced approach using dutasteride and Serenoa repens can improve hair transplant success by protecting follicles and minimizing side effects.
This study evaluates post-hair transplant strategies for inhibiting aromatase to enhance follicular growth while minimizing side effects. It reviews 10 articles on the use of dutasteride and Serenoa repens. Results show that aromatase protects transplanted follicles, dutasteride effectively reduces DHT and maintains hair, and Serenoa repens is a safe alternative or adjunct. Personalized strategies using these agents can preserve follicles, minimize side effects, and optimize clinical outcomes, suggesting that a balanced approach to aromatase inhibition is crucial for long-lasting hair transplant success.
