6000 FUE by Hattingen

[Florence]

Hi all, I am 39-year-old, with relatively slow progressing hair loss that began some nearly 15 years ago or more. I had over 6000 grafts done in a two-day FUE session at Hattingen in Switzerland. The choice of clinic for me personally was an easy one. Since I live in Germany, clinics in Belgium and Switzerland were always preferred due to practical reasons and being able to drive there. I never considered locations further away. The idea of flying pre- and post-op, etc., never appealed to me personally. I met with Dr Sever Muresanu some six years ago in Germany. From the first meeting, Dr Muresanu came across as straight talking, no sales-pitch, objective surgeon. I met a few other top names in the region (you probably know who they are in the countries mentioned), but always felt most comfortable with Dr Muresanu, his evaluation of my hair loss, the opportunities he presented, his plans for my hair re-growth, etc. I initially thought I would do FUT but was also given the choice of FUE. From what I know, Hattingen is very selective with big FUEs. I was told I had an above average donor area and hair quality and can choose either method. Dr Muresanu suggested FUE (which I favoured anyway) with the premise that I probably won’t need another one down the line and if I do, I have enough grafts left.

The Hattingen clinic is in a small village in Switzerland, some 30 min drive from Zurich and close to German border, very discreet, beautiful modern house with a view. The procedure took two days, very long days, with a whole team engaged and led by Dr Laura Muresanu, Dr Sever's wife. From what they told me, and from what I could see coming in for regular post-op hair wash, that week there were three patients including me, two two-days and one one-day procedure.

Starting with the most difficult aspect of it; it’s having to stay in one position for long periods of time during the extraction phase. Short breaks are allowed but soon after, after half an hour or so, you start feeling stiff again. Otherwise, the procedure was, as I or anyone else who did their research, as expected. No surprises there. I don’t know how other clinics work, but the whole Hattingen team works like a Swiss clock. Lunch and snacks were also provided, but I had zero appetite on both days. I did drink a lot of water and consequently had to go to the loo quite often. But it was great to stand up and stretch a bit. I did think I would be able to watch TV for example, or even do some work on my laptop, but with so many people standing around you, it was not possible. I stayed in the area close to the clinic for a week post-op and went in every day since for a hair wash, checkup and consultation. Personally, it was important for me to have that post-op contact live, rather than be far away and consult via messages, phone, or a camera. Swelling was quite extensive, as is expected after 6000 grafts and a two-day procedure. It’s still lingering on, getting to the lower parts of my face, but its nearly gone. No pain though, except that tightness and pulling sensation. I was given a post-op kit for self-care including written out explanation of post care and some tips for expectation management. I read online about different methods of post-op care and different surgeons/clinics seem to have different views of it. For example, I thought that new grafts are not to be touched for a few days. Not necessarily the case. Hattingen team washed my hair every day from day one. In the first few days after washing, they would put non-adhesive pads on which I was to keep moist with saline solution (later with water) and a bandana over it. With a doctor’s OK, I would pull over a loose hoodie over the bandana to look, well, more everyday 🙂 After five days, I was told I don’t need non-adhesive pads, no bandana, I can sleep normally, and I can wear a loose hat when I go out if I want to. I do still sleep with a neck pillow though, as I am that scared about damaging grafts during sleep. Below are some pics pre-op, and in the days post-op. 

Soon will start the dreaded loss of new hairs and then the waiting game. I think I will choose to keep the hair quite short over the next six-eight months and let it grow once there is really a genuine growth. Because I saw so many guys keeping their hair long even during the “ugly duckling phase”, I assumed trimming and keeping the hair short is not advised for some reason. But it can be kept short indeed.

Thanks for reading. Hope this helps someone.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Edited November 22, 2021 by Florence

[Britanium]

Thanks for the very comprehensive write up ! Work looks great 👍🏽 Hairline design looks spot on. That’s a great amount of grafts, wouldn’t be at all surprised if this turns out to be another excellent result. Keep us posted 🙏

[devop911]

Looks fantastic, 

never thought they would go in such a Gigasession FUE, but they have enough staff there to handle this amount.

 

I had a FUT 5200 Grafts session with Hattingen and had the pain of my life

but everything turned out nicely.

 

happy growing!

[Havar]

On 11/21/2021 at 3:53 PM, Florence said:

Hi all, I am 39-year-old, with relatively slow progressing hair loss that began some nearly 15 years ago or more. I had over 6000 grafts done in a two-day FUE session at Hattingen in Switzerland. The choice of clinic for me personally was an easy one. Since I live in Germany, clinics in Belgium and Switzerland were always preferred due to practical reasons and being able to drive there. I never considered locations further away. The idea of flying pre- and post-op, etc., never appealed to me personally. I met with Dr Sever Muresanu some six years ago in Germany. From the first meeting, Dr Muresanu came across as straight talking, no sales-pitch, objective surgeon. I met a few other top names in the region (you probably know who they are in the countries mentioned), but always felt most comfortable with Dr Muresanu, his evaluation of my hair loss, the opportunities he presented, his plans for my hair re-growth, etc. I initially thought I would do FUT but was also given the choice of FUE. From what I know, Hattingen is very selective with big FUEs. I was told I had an above average donor area and hair quality and can choose either method. Dr Muresanu suggested FUE (which I favoured anyway) with the premise that I probably won’t need another one down the line and if I do, I have enough grafts left.

The Hattingen clinic is in a small village in Switzerland, some 30 min drive from Zurich and close to German border, very discreet, beautiful modern house with a view. The procedure took two days, very long days, with a whole team engaged and led by Dr Laura Muresanu, Dr Sever's wife. From what they told me, and from what I could see coming in for regular post-op hair wash, that week there were three patients including me, two two-days and one one-day procedure.

Starting with the most difficult aspect of it; it’s having to stay in one position for long periods of time during the extraction phase. Short breaks are allowed but soon after, after half an hour or so, you start feeling stiff again. Otherwise, the procedure was, as I or anyone else who did their research, as expected. No surprises there. I don’t know how other clinics work, but the whole Hattingen team works like a Swiss clock. Lunch and snacks were also provided, but I had zero appetite on both days. I did drink a lot of water and consequently had to go to the loo quite often. But it was great to stand up and stretch a bit. I did think I would be able to watch TV for example, or even do some work on my laptop, but with so many people standing around you, it was not possible. I stayed in the area close to the clinic for a week post-op and went in every day since for a hair wash, checkup and consultation. Personally, it was important for me to have that post-op contact live, rather than be far away and consult via messages, phone, or a camera. Swelling was quite extensive, as is expected after 6000 grafts and a two-day procedure. It’s still lingering on, getting to the lower parts of my face, but its nearly gone. No pain though, except that tightness and pulling sensation. I was given a post-op kit for self-care including written out explanation of post care and some tips for expectation management. I read online about different methods of post-op care and different surgeons/clinics seem to have different views of it. For example, I thought that new grafts are not to be touched for a few days. Not necessarily the case. Hattingen team washed my hair every day from day one. In the first few days after washing, they would put non-adhesive pads on which I was to keep moist with saline solution (later with water) and a bandana over it. With a doctor’s OK, I would pull over a loose hoodie over the bandana to look, well, more everyday 🙂 After five days, I was told I don’t need non-adhesive pads, no bandana, I can sleep normally, and I can wear a loose hat when I go out if I want to. I do still sleep with a neck pillow though, as I am that scared about damaging grafts during sleep. Below are some pics pre-op, and in the days post-op. 

Soon will start the dreaded loss of new hairs and then the waiting game. I think I will choose to keep the hair quite short over the next six-eight months and let it grow once there is really a genuine growth. Because I saw so many guys keeping their hair long even during the “ugly duckling phase”, I assumed trimming and keeping the hair short is not advised for some reason. But it can be kept short indeed.

Thanks for reading. Hope this helps someone.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nice! Wish you all the best, looks very clean. I am having a consultation with Sever tomorrow. But i could not find the Clinic by the adress on the web page. Is there a sign or something, or is the Clinic in a regulary house ?

[Florence]

20 hours ago, Havar said:

Nice! Wish you all the best, looks very clean. I am having a consultation with Sever tomorrow. But i could not find the Clinic by the adress on the web page. Is there a sign or something, or is the Clinic in a regulary house ?

Yes, its very discreet, I did not see any mention/signs outside that it is a hair restoration clinic. Its a beautiful modern house overlooking the green hills and forests.

[Florence]

 

Here are some photos from the clinic, pre and post op, and eleven days after. Shedding already began already in week two.

 

 

Edited November 27, 2021 by Florence

[Britanium]

Thanks for the extra pics 👍🏽 

[Florence]

21 hours ago, JC71 said:

Thanks for the extra pics 👍🏽 

Thanks @JC71.

Could I contact you in private, please? Thanks.

Edited November 28, 2021 by Florence

[Florence]

Update. Coming up to 9 month post OP.

Edited August 19, 2022 by Florence

[TheEye]

looks pretty good. 

[SeanT1]

Amazing result, how is the crown?

[Melvin- Admin]

Everything looks great 👍🏼 

[A Fue Good Men]

Awesome. 6k fue in one go is not an easy task. The donor management looks excellent as well.

 

@Melvin- Moderatorhave we thought about reaching out to hattingen to see if they are interested in becoming recommended here?