Combination Therapy with Injectable Platelet-Rich Fibrin and Microneedling for Male Androgenetic Alopecia: An Evaluation of Current Practice

    November 2021 in “ Journal of Aesthetic Nursing ”
    Lucy Millar-Hume
    Studysummary This study found that injectable platelet-rich fibrin (iPRF) combined with microneedling is a safe and effective treatment for male androgenetic alopecia, but it currently lacks comparison data against other popular therapies.
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