A Novel and Safe Modality for Non-Surgical Hair Restoration using Polydioxanone Monofilament Threads

Maya Vedamurthy, Soundarya K, Vaishnavi Duvvuru

Abstract: Introduction: Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is the most common type of alopecia in men. The hunt for novel therapies for AGA continues, despite several treatment modalities. Polydioxanone (PDO) threads are synthetic absorbable non-allergenic material with high flexibility and retention strength. It acts by stimulating new vessel formation and connective tissue generation on the scalp. Objectives: To evaluate the efficacy & safety of scalp threads in men with AGA with unsatisfactory response to other standard treatments. Materials and Methods: The study was done on 10 male patients with AGA aged 18-45 years not responding to Minoxidil and oral Finasteride despite 15 months of treatment. Patients were treated with polydioxanone monofilaments. Efficacy was calculated using (A) Global photographic improvement (B) Trichoscopic Hair Count (C) Visual Analogue Scale. All data collected were analysed using spss22. Result: A patient satisfaction scale from 1 to 10 to assess hair growth, with 1 being the least satisfied and 10 being the most satisfied was provided. The average was found to be 7.2 and showed significant improvement in hair regrowth. Conclusion: The patient survey suggests therapeutic advantage, hence scalp threads can be used.

Keywords: Scalp threads, Androgenetic alopecia, Polydioxanone, Monofilament, Hair regrowth

How to Cite?: Maya Vedamurthy, Soundarya K, Vaishnavi Duvvuru, "A Novel and Safe Modality for Non-Surgical Hair Restoration using Polydioxanone Monofilament Threads", Volume 13 Issue 8, August 2024, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1100-1101, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR24816220717, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR24816220717