Presuturing in alopecia reductions.
The technique of presuturing for alopecia reductions is described. With this procedure, the area of potential reduction is sutured 12-24 hours prior to surgery to enhance the laxity of the scalp.
Department of Dermatology, New York University Medical Center, NY 10016.
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D000505:Alopecia / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D011183:Postoperative Complications; D012535:Scalp / Q000601:surgery*; D013536:Suture Techniques