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ReviewFrontiers in surgery2026

The evolving landscape of eyebrow reconstruction: from traditional flaps to minimally invasive techniques and regenerative medicine.

Renjun Zhang, Hongxiao Tu, Huan Xiang, Xiaojie Hu, Zheyan Chen

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Review in Frontiers in surgery, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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5 · Who and what money

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5 authors.

Renjun ZhangDepartment of Ophthalmology, Wuyi First People's Hospital, Wuyi, Zhejiang Province, China.
Hongxiao TuDepartment of Ophthalmology, Wuyi First People's Hospital, Wuyi, Zhejiang Province, China.
Huan XiangDepartment of Ophthalmology, Wuyi First People's Hospital, Wuyi, Zhejiang Province, China.
Xiaojie HuDepartment of Ophthalmology, Wenzhou Third Clinical Institute Affiliated to Wenzhou Medical University, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Shanghai University, Wenzhou People's Hospital, The Wenzhou People's Hospital Affiliated of Hangzhou Medical College, Wenzhou, China.
Zheyan ChenDepartment of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Wenzhou Third Clinical Institute Affiliated to Wenzhou Medical University, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Shanghai University, Wenzhou People's Hospital, The Wenzhou People's Hospital Affiliated of Hangzhou Medical College, Wenzhou, China.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Eyebrow defects or deformities significantly impact facial aesthetics and emotional expression, making eyebrow reconstruction a critical area in reconstructive surgery. This review systematically examines the evolution of eyebrow reconstruction techniques, focusing on the innovative transition from traditional reliance on flap transfers to modern minimally invasive approaches and regenerative medicine strategies. The article provides an in-depth analysis of the principles, indications, clinical outcomes, and limitations associated with various techniques. It further explores current technical challenges and future directions in the field, aiming to offer a comprehensive theoretical reference and cutting-edge perspective for clinical practice. The integration of tissue engineering, hair transplantation, and advanced reconstructive methods holds promise for improving functional and aesthetic results, addressing both congenital and acquired eyebrow deficiencies.

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eyebrow reconstructionfacial reconstructionflap transferhair transplantationminimally invasive techniquesregenerative medicinetissue engineering

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PMID42626644
PMCPMC13492396

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