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DHI (Direct Hair Implantation) — risks and complications
4 documented risks. Severity reflects clinical significance, not probability.
Folliculitis (graft infection)
minor5.00%Prevention: Sterile technique; post-operative saline irrigation.
Sources: ishrs-standards
Shock loss of native hair
moderate10.00%Prevention: Conservative density in transitional zones; minoxidil pre-treatment.
Sources: ishrs-standards
Poor graft survival
moderate5.00%Prevention: Minimised out-of-body time; appropriate hydration of grafts.
Sources: ishrs-standards
Donor area patchiness
minor5.00%Prevention: Careful FUE extraction pattern.
Sources: ishrs-standards