The Application of Platelet-Rich Plasma in the Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia

January 2015 in “ Surgical and Cosmetic Dermatology ”

Rossana Cantanhede Farias de Vasconcelos, Karla Azuaga, Géssica Cantadori Funes Arenas, João A. Vasconcelos, Natalie Schnaider Borelli

platelet-rich plasma androgenic alopecia dermoscopy PRP

TLDR PRP injections effectively improve hair growth in androgenic alopecia.

The study evaluated the effectiveness of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections in treating androgenic alopecia in 18 patients, with 3 injections administered at 21-day intervals. Results showed an average improvement of 42.85% for women and 25.55% for men, as reported by patients, with external observers noting improvements of 35.71% and 18.88%, respectively. Dermoscopy revealed hair thickening, improved circulation, and increased follicle numbers. The study concluded that PRP injections provided an effective and satisfactory response in treating androgenic alopecia.

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