Dermatosurgery

Vitiligo surgery is a specialized dermatological procedure aimed at restoring skin pigmentation in patients with stable vitiligo. This surgery is recommended when medical treatments such as topical therapies or phototherapy do not yield satisfactory results. Techniques like melanocyte transplantation, punch grafting, and suction blister grafting are used to transplant pigment-producing cells (melanocytes) from normally pigmented areas to depigmented patches. Vitiligo surgery helps improve skin appearance, boost confidence, and achieve long-lasting pigmentation in affected areas.

Techniques Used in Vitiligo Surgery

• Melanocyte Transplantation: Cultured melanocytes are transplanted to depigmented areas.
• Punch Grafting: Small grafts of healthy skin are implanted into vitiligo patches.
• Suction Blister Grafting: Blisters are created on pigmented skin and transplanted to affected areas.
• Split-Thickness Grafting: Thin layers of skin are transferred to depigmented regions.
• Combination Techniques: Multiple methods can be combined for better results in extensive vitiligo.

Benefits of Vitiligo Surgery

• Restores pigmentation in stable vitiligo patches.
• Improves skin appearance and symmetry.
• Minimally invasive with relatively low downtime.
• Long-lasting and natural-looking results.
• Can be combined with medical therapy to maintain pigmentation.