FUT or FUSS Hair transplant surgery

The FUT or FUSS hair transplant treatment at Clínica Sanza in Barcelona consists of extracting a strip of scalp from an area with hair in order to generate new grafts. This removed strip, one or two centimetres wide, is divided into several micro-grafts that will later be implanted in the appropriate area.

It is a painless technique, we use local anaesthesia. The scar resulting from the extraction of the donor area is barely visible and can be hidden by the hair thanks to a special type of suture developed to allow hair to grow through the scar, making it totally imperceptible.

WHERE DO WE OPERATE?

At Clínica Sanza we rely on the Sagrat Cor Hospital, part of the Quirónsalud group, to perform our surgical procedures.
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PATIENT’S PROFILE

Usually, men who suffer from androgenic alopecia or some woman with diffuse AGA.

People who do not want to shave their hair as in the FUE technique the patient’s area where the hair is extracted should be shaved.

PROCEDURE

A piece of scalp is removed and stitches are made. This technique leaves a scar that is not visible, as long as the patient does not shave the head; it provides more density, it is faster and just as effective as the second hair removal surgery called FUE.

DURATION OF THE SURGERY

From 2 to 4 hours depending on the extension

PROTOCOL

Pre-surgery

Evaluation of the area to determine if the surgery is suitable.
Following the correct guidelines that are set by the doctor.
Analytics and general testing (cardiac and respiratory diagnostics).

Anesthesia

Local and sedation.

Hospitalization

Ambulatory.

Post-surgery

No bandage required.
Medication if required.
Mandatory revisions after a few days of the surgery, a few weeks and a few months, according to prescription.

Convalescence

3 days after the surgery you can wash your hair.
Do not use hats, caps… or any other object which oppresses the treated area during 2 or 3 days.
Do not sweat or play sports until 10 or 20 days after the intervention.

RESULTS / OUTCOME

New hair after 3 or 4 months after the intervention
The grafted hair grows throughout life with the same characteristics of the donor zone.
Rejuvenated appearance.
Improvement of the patient’s psychological profile and self-esteem.

DIFFICULTY DEGREE

Simple surgery.

LEVEL OF RISK

Low.
Common risks the intervention could have: Very rare if there is good postoperative care.
Risks of all surgeries: hemorrhage, infection, scarring alteration.

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Frequently asked questions about hair micrograft surgery – FAQS

Why do I lose my hair?

Baldness or androgenetic alopecia is determined by heredity and hormonal factors, it is not a pathology but a multifactorial genetic and functional characteristic that conditions hair loss. Androgenetic alopecia is conditioned by a male hormone called testosterone fraction 5 alpha reductase, which usually affects the hairline, forehead and crown.

What do hair micrografts consist of and do they grow for life?

Hair micrografts or hair transplants consist of extracting units with everything and their follicles from areas that are not affected by the hormone testosterone 5 alpha reductase, normally located in the posterior and lateral areas of the head, and implanting them in the bald areas. Once the capillary micrografts are integrated into the recipient area they remain for life and grow with the same characteristics as the area where the hair has been extracted.

Do you have any risks or complications?

Hair micrografts are considered a minor surgical procedure, and at Clinica Sanza we have a surgical team very experienced in this technique, which makes it a safe procedure, with minimal risks and no major complications. Although it is a minor procedure, it is always requested before the intervention, blood tests and in specific cases complementary studies for greater security of the patient.

Is the operation of hair micrografts painful?

No. Hair micrograft surgery, performed under local anesthesia or mild sedation, as well as recovery, are procedures with minimal discomfort, easily controlled with an analgesic and that allow a quick return to daily routine, especially if done with the FUE technique.

Are there any scars after hair transplants?

In Clinica Sanza we normally carry out two basic techniques for hair micro grafts, strip, FUS, or FUE micro extractions, so depending on the case it may be necessary to make a small incision, in the case of the strip technique, there will be a minimal linear scar that is imperceptible in the donor area. In the case of the FUE technique there is no scar.

What types of baldness can be solved with hair transplants?

Hair micrografts can be carried out in almost any type of baldness, both in women, men and even children who have suffered accidents due to burns, scars from surgeries of any kind, sequels of infections or congenital injuries or problems, as well as in any area of the body: Head, eyebrows, sideburns, mustache, beard, armpits, pubis.

Will hair transplants require special care once they have been integrated?

No. Once the transplanted hair has grown, it can be combed, washed, cut, dyed, styled etc. in the way you want, as it is your own hair, and it is impossible for it to fall back into hormonal dependency.

Is hospitalization required?

No. It is a simple procedure performed on an outpatient basis, so that at the end of the hair micrografts, the patient is under observation for a while and then can go home.

Can hair micrografts be performed at any age?

If there is an alopecia problem, either androgenetic or as a consequence of a scar or treatment, hair implants can be carried out, the requirement is to have an adequate donor area.

Once the hair transplants have been performed, when can I resume my normal activity?

The day after the hair grafts are carried out you can resume most of your daily activities, with minimum care and basic precautions, such as not exposing yourself directly to the sun during the first 2 weeks, although you can do so using a cap or a hat. After 14 to 21 days you can do full exercise and sports. In any case, the medical team of Clínica Sanza will make periodic evaluations to supervise the process of recovery and will give the pertinent indications according to the evolution. We advise you not to wash your hair until after 24-48 hours and after being supervised by hair transplant specialists.