Hair transplantation in wound healing and scar repair in special areas.
10.7507/1002-1892.202502051
- Author:
Zhewei HUANG
1
;
Xifei QIAN
1
;
Yanwen XU
2
;
Samuel Tumaini KAINDI
1
;
Collins Daniel PAKAYA
1
;
Jufang ZHANG
2
Author Information
1. Fourth Clinical Medical College Affiliated to Zhejiang University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Hangzhou Zhejiang, 310013, P. R. China.
2. Department of Medical Beauty, Hangzhou First People's Hospital Affiliated to Medical College of West Lake University, Hangzhou Zhejiang, 310006, P. R. China.
- Publication Type:English Abstract
- Keywords:
Hair transplantation;
hair follicle;
hair follicle stem cells;
scar repair;
wound healing
- MeSH:
Humans;
Wound Healing/physiology*;
Cicatrix/therapy*;
Hair/transplantation*;
Hair Follicle/transplantation*
- From:
Chinese Journal of Reparative and Reconstructive Surgery
2025;39(5):647-654
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
OBJECTIVE:To review recent advances in the application of hair transplantation in wound healing and scar repair in special areas.
METHODS:An extensive review of the literature on the application of hair transplantation in wound healing and scar repair in special areas was conducted, focusing on cellular functions, molecular mechanisms, and clinical applications.
RESULTS:Hair transplantation has been shown to effectively promote wound healing and scar repair in special areas. The underlying mechanisms are complex, but current understanding emphasizes a strong association with hair follicle-associated stem cells (including epidermal stem cells, dermal papilla cells, dermal sheath cells, etc).
CONCLUSION:The application of hair transplantation in wound healing and scar repair in special areas remains in its early stages. Further investigation into its mechanisms of action is essential, and randomized controlled trials are needed to establish its efficacy.