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Saxena. Plast Aesthet Res 2018;5:5 Plastic and
DOI: 10.20517/2347-9264.2017.67 Aesthetic Research

Technical Note Open Access

Safe and easy hair transplantation utilizing KD
spreader

Kuldeep Saxena

Cosmazone Fue Hair Transplant Center, Malad West, Mumbai 400064, India.
Correspondence to: Dr. Kuldeep Saxena, Cosmazone Fue Hair Transplant Center, 413 Neo Corporate Plaza, Ram Chandra Lane
Kanchpada, Malad West, Mumbai 400064, India. E-mail: saxenadrkuldeep@gmail.com

How to cite this article: Saxena K. Safe and easy hair transplantation utilising KD spreader. Plast Aesthet Res 2018;5:5.
http://dx.doi.org/10.20517/2347-9264.2017.67

Received: 11 Sep 2017 First Decision: 2 Feb 2018 Revised: 6 Feb 2018 Accepted: 9 Feb 2018 Published: 27 Feb 2018
Science Editor: Raúl González-García Copy Editor: Jun-Yao Li Production Editor: Huan-Liang Wu

Abstract
Aim: An atraumatic insertion of graft is key to successful outcomes in this procedure but there is a definite learning
curve in available techniques. Many physicians do not continue hair restoration practice because of the repeated initial
failures. The goal of any technique or instrument in follicular unit extraction (FUE) is to extract an individual follicular unit
without transaction and implanting it in recipient area without producing physical trauma to the follicular unit. This article
describes a novel technique in which an innovative instrument, the KD spreader, that addresses all the problems faced
by novice physicians during FUE hair transplantation. More importantly unique design of the instrument also solves the
problem of fatigue of the operator’s hands while performing the hair transplantation procedure.

Methods: In this technique, the KD spreader, comprised of a shaft and a hook connected to the shaft are configured to
allow the user to work efficiently. Two finger grip of the device provides efficient gripping for fatigue free operation. While
performing FUE, the KD spreader provides sufficient traction at the time of scoring. During implantation of the grafts in
premade coronal slits, this device provides adequate dilation and maximum visualization of the slit. Attachment of the
graft holding plate reduces the chances of dehydration of the graft.

Results: In this study, we have observed use of KD spreader definitely showed advantages over the conventional technique
forceps. The KD spreader provides efficient gripping, maximum visualization of slit and better stretching force for the
dilatation of the slit to adjust even bigger size follicular unit grafts.

Conclusion: The KD spreader may improve ability of the beginners to perform FUE extraction and implantation smoothly.

Keywords: KD spreader, follicular unit extraction hair transplant, coronal slits graft implantation, graft extraction,
hydration of graft

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