Evaluation of Efficacy of Platelet-Rich Plasma on Androgenetic Alopecia: A Multimodal Assessment Using Trichoscopy, Histopathology, and CD34 Immunohistochemical Assay

    January 2026 in “ Clinical Dermatology Review ”
    Ambresh Badad, R N Ankitha, Namrata S. Patil
    Studysummary This study found that platelet-rich plasma therapy significantly improved hair density, diameter, and reduced inflammation in androgenetic alopecia patients compared to placebo, though individual responses varied.
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