T-Fast Multi-Implanter

Abstract

Introduction: Implanters are becoming more popular for implantation of follicular unit excision (FUE) grafts due to their relatively short learning curve and the inherent protection against trauma they provide the graft. However, the reluctance of staff to embrace a new technique, coupled with the per-patient cost of implanters and the number of personnel required to load them, may have slowed the adoption of implanters by clinics. Our T-Fast multi-implanter was designed to address these issues.

Methods: We describe the novel T-Fast multi-implanter that we developed and detail the design and benefits of sharp-tip implanters.

Results: The T-Fast implanter has two needles and can implant two grafts simultaneously. The design is highly ergonomic and allows multiple implanters to be held with one hand, further simplifying the procedure.

Discussion: The T-Fast implanter reduces operating costs by reducing surgical time and the implanter cost per patient, which may persuade clinics to embrace this new technique. By saving time and costs, this implanter has the potential to increase adoption of implanters to place FUE grafts.