Is there a hair transplant surgery for ladies like Artas?

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I'm 43 female with extreme hairfall, scanty and fine hair. Any suggestions?

Anil R. Shah, MD · Answer

Can women use the ARTAS hair restoration?
Women are currently not FDA approved for the use of the ARTAS.  However, our use of the ARTAS does suggest that women who are experiencing androgenic alopecia may be good candidates.  As always, women should have a thorough workup including the following:
Trichoscopy- identify type of hair loss 
Extensive history and labs- rule out other forms of hair loss
We use ARTAS with regenerative techniques with women such as PRP and growth factors to help improve overall results.

Christine M. Shaver, MD · Answer

If you have extreme hair fall and have scanty hair, then it is likely that surgery would not be indicated (either ARTAS or otherwise). The reason is that with generalized thinning, the donor hair you are removing is poor quality and also thinning, therefore the transplant would later thin. Thinning donor equals thinning transplant. It would be important to have an evaluation by a board-certified dermatologist with expertise in hair restoration in order to assess in-person your candidacy for surgery.

Daniel J. Lee, MD, FACS, FISHRS · Answer

The ARTAS procedure for harvesting hair from the donor site in a restoration procedure can indeed be done on women.  There are methods in which the hair does not need to be completely shaved.  From your question, however, I'm not sure that a transplant procedure would be indicated.  There are several non-surgical methods that can be utilized to help those with hair loss.  In order to fully determine the best recommendation, you would need to be evaluated by an experience hair restoration surgeon.

Ken Anderson, MD, FAACS, FISHRS · Answer

Dear nannime,
Thank you for posting this question. There sure is. From the sounds of it, however, you may not be a candidate. If you have a lot of hair loss, and your remaining hair is “fine and scanty” then you should make an appointment with a hair transplant surgeon and be examined. The doctor will use a dermatoscope and carefully examine the hairs on your scalp to determine the best course of action for you, which may include things like platelet-rich plasma (PRP), low-level light therapy (LLLT), among other non-surgical therapies. I hope this information is helpful to you.
Kind regards,
Ken Anderson, MD, FISHRS

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

Roughly 50 percent of women in America suffer some form of hair loss.  If you think that it is really serious, consult with your doctor to find out the cause.

Louis M. Iorio, MD · Answer

ARTAS is not currently FDA-approved for women; however, some women are prime candidates for the procedure and have had it done with optimal results. There are also alternative treatments such as PRP injections, Minoxodil daily and Low-Level Light treatments that may be possible options. I recommend setting up a consultation with a hair transplant surgeon to determine the best plan of action for you.

Justin Rome, MD · Answer

ARTAS is off label for women, but I've used it with success with the right candidate- those with more of a male pattern hairline looking to have a more feminine shape.  As my colleagues mentioned here already, with diffuse thinning, better options will be good low level laser (over 200 diodes), serial PRP injections, and topical meds either OTC or compounded.  This is of course assuming there is not an underlying condition causing the hair loss, so that should always first be considered and ruled out by labs and exam, and possibly biopsy if warranted.  Best of luck! Dr. Rome

Mark Bishara, MD, FISHRS · Answer

Although the ARTAS is not FDA cleared for use in women, anecdotal evidence suggests good growth after 800-1000 grafts with a limited trim technique.  Diffuse thinning in women may not be the best candidate for hair restoration including the ARTAS FUE procedure.

Minoxidil daily, PRP injections, Low Level Light treatments, are valid options to stimulate thicker growth and to prevent hair loss or at least slow it down.

Good luck and I hope you find a solution soon as hair loss in females is quite devastating.

Mark Bishara, MD, FISHRS
Paragon Hair Clinics, DFW, Texas

Robert S. Houser, DO · Answer

Any hair transplant technology can be used on both women and men, but their reasons for hair loss are very different. For men, it is usually the affect of DHT on the hair follicles, causing the ones on top to fade away. This usually spares the ones on the back, so we know that the transplanted hairs will grow. For women, it's much different. It may be related to your thyroid, iron levels, hormone levels or vitamins. For women, I generally recommend a combination of supplements and PRP injections as opposed to transplant. See an experienced hair surgeon in your area for an evaluation. Good luck!

Robert M. Bernstein, MD (retired) · Answer

If you are a candidate for a hair transplant then most likely you would be a candidate for an ARTAS procedure. Although ARTAS is technically approved for hair loss in men, doctors use it for both men and women.

Is there a hair transplant surgery for ladies like Artas?

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