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The anatomy of the hair and scalp is unique and different from the other regions of the body. This text will outline the practical anatomy of the hair follicle, the layers of scalp, the neurovascular supply, and the lymphatic drainage of the scalp. The pictures and illustrations will simplify the reader’s understanding and are useful for reference. The anatomy of the scalp has not changed, but hair transplant has rapidly advanced in its technology. Knowledge of anatomy is therefore of paramount importance for the surgeon to understand before proceeding with either strip harvesting, follicular unit extraction, or flap surgery.
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Ingprasert, S., Pinyopawasutthi, P., Pathomvanich, D. (2018). Practical Anatomy in Hair Transplantation. In: Pathomvanich, D., Imagawa, K. (eds) Practical Aspects of Hair Transplantation in Asians. Springer, Tokyo. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-4-431-56547-5_2
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