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GlossaryGraft Transection Rate

percentage of hair follicles damaged during hair transplant extraction

The Graft Transection Rate (GTR) refers to the percentage of hair follicles that are accidentally cut or damaged during the extraction process in a hair transplant procedure. A lower GTR indicates a more precise extraction, which is crucial for the success and natural appearance of the transplant.

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New Methodology and Instrumentation for Follicular Unit Extraction: Lower Follicle Transection Rates and Expanded Patient Candidacy

research New Methodology and Instrumentation for Follicular Unit Extraction: Lower Follicle Transection Rates and Expanded Patient Candidacy

30 citations , June 2008 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

The SAFE System may improve hair transplant results but isn't suitable for everyone.

research Effect of surgeon's workload on rate of transection during follicular unit excision/extraction (FUE)

6 citations , July 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology”

Surgeons make more mistakes in hair transplant procedures as they get tired or do more work.

research A Novel Follicular Unit Excision Device for All-Purpose Hair Graft Harvesting

7 citations , November 2021 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology”

The new hair graft device is faster, more efficient, and reduces damage to hair follicles.

research A comparison of graft implantation techniques for hair transplantation

11 citations , June 1999 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery”

The best hair transplant method depends on the desired look; faster techniques may not give better results or save money.

research Does the use of implanters affect the quality of FUE grafts?

4 citations , May 2017 in “Hair transplant forum international”

Using implanters in hair transplants can improve outcomes and cause less damage to hair follicles.

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community AMA: I travelled to Turkey to get an FUE Hair Transplant: 5000 Grafts, Dr Koray Erdogan, ASMED Clinic

in Transplants 32 upvotes 8 years ago

A user traveled to Turkey for a 5000-graft FUE hair transplant at ASMED Clinic with Dr. Koray Erdogan. They used finasteride before and after the surgery and shared detailed experiences, costs, and recovery tips.

community 28M hair transplant results, 6 months later. 3633 grafts via FUE

in Transplants 478 upvotes 5 years ago

28M shares hair transplant results 6 months after 3633 grafts via FUE by Dr. Rahal in Ottawa, costing ~$24k CAD. Users discuss the impressive results, procedure experience, and cost breakdown.

community 11.5 Months after Hair Transplant – 3361 grafts – Dr. Thiago Bianco Leal

in Transplants 331 upvotes 3 years ago

A hair transplant of 3361 grafts, 11.5 months after the procedure, that resulted in a very natural looking NW1 hairline; the person who underwent this procedure has not experienced any hair loss and is expecting to have no future hairloss either.

community Failed HT or expected result? 4505 grafts, Eugenix, New Delhi.

in Transplants 36 upvotes 1 year ago

The hair transplant at Eugenix in New Delhi resulted in poor density and texture, with only about 2,500 grafts surviving out of 4,500. The user is considering holding the clinic accountable and exploring options like shaving, using hair fibers, or seeking another transplant.

community 4600 - result 9 month - Dr. Carman

in Progress Pictures 255 upvotes 2 years ago

A user shared their 9-month post-hair transplant results with 4600 grafts, using only Nourkin hair vitamins, Vitamin D, and B12, and expressed satisfaction. The replies debated the necessity of medications like finasteride and minoxidil for maintaining hair health.

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