Vitiligo surgery is a treatment option for selected patients with stable vitiligo to improve pigmentation in affected areas. Two commonly used surgical techniques for vitiligo are Mini Punch Grafting and Suction Blister Grafting.

Who Are Suitable Candidates for Vitiligo Surgery?

Vitiligo surgery is most effective for patients who meet certain criteria:

1. Stable vitiligo (no recent spread for 6–12 months)
2. Localized, well-defined patches
3. Good general health
4. Non-smoker or willing to stop
5. Realistic expectations (complete repigmentation may not always be possible)
6. Healthy skin at donor and recipient sites

Type of Vitiligo Surgery

Mini Punch Grafting

Mini Punch Grafting is a technique where small, circular pieces of skin (punches) from a pigmented area of the body are harvested and transplanted into the depigmented areas. This method is particularly effective for patients with stable vitiligo and localized patches.

Suction Blister Grafting

Suction Blister Grafting is another innovative technique used to treat vitiligo. This method involves creating blisters on the donor site using suction, then grafting the epidermal layer onto the depigmented areas.

Consulting a Dermatologist (Skin Surgeon) for Vitiligo Surgery

Vitiligo surgery requires careful evaluation by a dermatologist trained in these procedures.

Dr Amit Kumar Agarwal, an expert skin surgeon in Siliguri, provides consultation for vitiligo surgery with a structured approach. Consultation is recommended to determine suitability. Contact details of Dr Amit Kumar Agarwal are below: