Hair Apposition Technique (HAT) for Scalp Lacerations

Look how well the hair tie brings together these wound edges! Follow with a dermabond on the tie.

My tips for success:

1. Prep parents for possible staples in case HAT doesn't work & bring them with you

2. Hair must be at least 2 inches long

3. Clean surrounding hair during wound irrigation and thoroughly dry with a towel (dermabond doesn't adhere to wet hair)

ALIEM has a great article with more details: https://www.aliem.com/trick-of-trade-hair-apposition/



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