Efficacy and Safety of Platelet-Rich Plasma Versus Topical Minoxidil in Androgenetic Alopecia: A Systematic Review

    August 2026 in “ Cureus ”
    Angel I Garcia Prado, Domenica P Ramos Cristiansen, Dinorah A Robles Rangel, Reiner S Moreno Hidalgo
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