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Jason, co-host of the sailing channel Leading the Escapade, leaves the boat to travel to Istanbul for a hair transplant at Elite Hair Clinic, prompted by years of self-consciousness about thinning hair.0:44 The clinic's package covers airport transfers, two nights at the Movenpick hotel (a full apartment suite), and transport to and from the clinic.18:01 Pre-surgery, Dr. Bawi conducts a scalp ultrasound, ECG, and hair analysis, then maps the surgical lines; he advises Jason that his donor area limits simultaneous coverage of both the frontal zone and crown, and recommends prioritizing the front with a natural zigzag hairline.9:45 Approximately 4,200 grafts are implanted under twilight anesthesia over roughly eight hours, followed by PRP plasma treatment the same day.13:28 Post-surgery aftercare includes a neck pillow for five nights to protect the implant area, antibiotics, painkillers, a cleaning kit, and a detailed instruction booklet.14:32 Jason reports no significant pain the following morning.15:16 At 18 days post-procedure, new hairs are visible along the hairline, though full results are not expected for six months to a year.21:37 The couple returns to the boat after the recovery stay, with Janae noting the scalp remains tender for about a week.19:56

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