Adipose-Derived Stromal Vascular Fraction for the Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia: A Systematic Review

October 2023 in “ PubMed ”

G Mantovani, Caterina Marra, Federico De Maria, Valentina Pinto, Giorgio De Santis

androgenetic alopecia stromal vascular fraction adipose stem cells hair density pull test hair diameter medical therapy AGA SVF

Studysummary This review of SVF treatment for androgenetic alopecia found a significant increase in hair density across studies with no serious adverse events, but calls for standardized protocols and further research.

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The systematic review conducted in October 2022 analyzed 9 scientific publications discussing the treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA) with Stromal Vascular Fraction (SVF) or adipose stem cells. The studies reported no serious adverse events and a significant increase in hair density following SVF treatment. Two studies also noted a significant improvement in the pull test, and an increase in hair diameter was observed post-treatment. Combining medical therapy with SVF was found to be beneficial. Despite these promising initial results, further research is needed to establish a systematic research method and create uniform treatment protocols.

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