New Tool in Our Arsenal: Efficacy of Injectable Platelet-Rich Fibrin in Androgenetic Alopecia Treatment

February 2025 in “ Archives of Dermatological Research ”

S K Yao, Xiaoyan Chen, Sha Li, Lin Zhou, Qianqian Bai, Chen Zhao, Shuai Huang

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TLDR Injectable platelet-rich fibrin effectively improves hair density and scalp symptoms in androgenetic alopecia.

This study evaluated the short-term efficacy and safety of injectable platelet-rich fibrin (i-PRF) in treating androgenetic alopecia (AGA) in 30 patients who had not responded well to conventional treatments. Over six months, participants received monthly i-PRF injections, and the results showed an 80% response rate with significant improvements in hair density, scalp symptoms, and overall patient satisfaction. The study concluded that i-PRF is an effective treatment for enhancing hair density and alleviating scalp symptoms in AGA patients, with minimal adverse reactions, presenting a promising new treatment option for AGA.

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