What's the average scar width for FUT?

[chickendinna]

Just wondering what people here think the average and very satisfactory width would be for a tricho closure.

 

1. Great scar width? 1mm?

 

2. Average scar width? 3mm?

 

Thanks.

[aseda1979]

It depends on scalp laxity, I dont know but it seems to be 1mm

[TakingThePlunge]

chickendinna,

 

You may find this article from our Hair Loss Q&A Blog by Dr. Lindsey helpful:

 

What is the Average Width and Length of a Hair Transplant Donor Strip?

 

All the best,

[chickendinna]

I think that article is more related to the donor width. I was referring to the scar width after surgery.

[Dr. Glenn Charles]

You would need to consider scalp laxity, donor strip width, and wound closure/suturing technique used. Whether or not the patient has had prior surgery also makes a big difference.