Meta-Analysis of Photobiomodulation for the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia

    November 2019 in “ Journal of Dermatological Treatment ”
    Anik Gupta, Jessie Carviel
    Studysummary This study revealed that photobiomodulation significantly improved hair density in androgenetic alopecia patients, with laser treatments being more effective than combined laser/LED treatments, while device style did not significantly affect outcomes.
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