Effectiveness of Motion-Graphic Video for Informed Consent in Patients Undergoing Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy for Androgenetic Alopecia: A Randomized Controlled Study

January 2026 in “ Frontiers in Digital Health ”

Dichitchai Mettarikanon, Chime Eden, Patsaraporn Manunyanon, Veerayut Boonpit, Naparat Chookerd, Weeratian Tawanwongsri

platelet-rich plasma therapy androgenetic alopecia PRP

Studysummary This study found that a motion-graphic educational video significantly improved patient knowledge during the informed consent process for platelet-rich plasma therapy in androgenetic alopecia compared to traditional verbal explanations, without affecting anxiety levels, and participants reported high satisfaction with the video.

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