Use of Microneedling with Platelet-Rich Plasma for Management of Atrophic Post-Acne Scars: Review Article

April 2023 in “ The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine ”

Amal Abdel Azeem El Sayed Mohamed, Enayat Attwa, Manal Fawzy

microneedling platelet-rich plasma PRP atrophic post-acne scars fractional CO2 laser

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technique to create small wounds in skin to activate collagen production and hair growth

growth factors taken from your blood and injected into your scalp to stimulate hair

Studysummary This review found that combining platelet-rich plasma with microneedling may enhance recovery and reduce toxicity in treating atrophic post-acne scars.

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The review article evaluates the use of microneedling combined with platelet-rich plasma (PRP) for treating atrophic post-acne scars. It highlights that while microneedling and fractional CO2 laser are effective treatments, PRP alone has also shown positive outcomes. The integration of PRP with microneedling has been found to reduce recovery time and toxicity, suggesting an enhanced therapeutic approach for managing atrophic acne scars.

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