What is follicular unit extraction (FUE)?
Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) is a hair transplant method where individual follicular units are extracted directly from the donor area and implanted into thinning or bald areas of the scalp.
Unlike older strip methods, FUE leaves minimal scarring and offers a more natural-looking result. It's become one of the most popular surgical solutions for advanced hair loss in both men and women.
Red light therapy is often recommended after FUE procedures to promote healing, reduce inflammation, and stimulate newly transplanted follicles to support better graft survival and growth outcomes.
Related terms
Lichen Planopilaris
Clinical Applications
Lichen Planopilaris (LPP) is a rare inflammatory condition that results in scarring alopecia.
Inflammatory Alopecia
Clinical Applications
Inflammatory alopecia is hair loss caused by persistent or chronic inflammation that damages or destroys hair follicles.
Balding Pattern
Clinical Applications
A balding pattern refers to the typical progression of hair loss, often influenced by genetics and commonly classified using scales like the Norwood-Hamilton or Ludwig scales.
Autoimmune Response
Clinical Applications
An autoimmune response is a malfunction of the immune system in which the body mistakenly attacks its own healthy tissues, including hair follicles.
