Grafting in vitiligo: how to get better results and how to avoid complications

J Cutan Aesthet Surg. 2013 Apr;6(2):83-9. doi: 10.4103/0974-2077.112668.

Abstract

Grafting procedures in vitiligo have become quite popular over the last one or two decades especially in India. Starting with the simplest punch grafting we have now a multitude of different grafting techniques available in vitiligo. All of these grafting procedures are associated with certain complications. In addition there are certain factors and surgical pearls that can go a long way in improving the cosmetic results achieved with any of these grafting techniques. This paper will try to address these specific factors and complications associated with these grafting techniques and the ways and means to avoid them.

Keywords: Complications; cosmetic outcome; grafting; results; vitiligo.

Publication types

  • Review