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Ron,

 

I had the same question too. Frankly I do not know the answer. I imagine if the donor site comes out in narrower strips, the dissection is easier for the the techs. There might be a problem at the corners if you use the multi bladed scalpel, since it is difficult to change 3-4 lanes to one lane and taper it off at the end.

 

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Do some doctor's still us it and why if they know it is not the best technique for donor harvesting?

 

Please let me know. I am so confused

The less exposure of sharps to follicles the less transection you experience. There is no reason to use multiple blades in follicular unit transplantation unless you don't have a microscope to prepare your grafts with.The block of tissue harvested with a single blade or double-bladed knife is typically slivered under a scope to preserve every follicle possible.Hope I did not confuse you more.DR.A

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