TLDR PRP treatment can improve hair density and thickness in male pattern hair loss, but better preparation methods are needed.
The study investigated the effectiveness of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) prepared by a single-spin process in treating male pattern androgenetic alopecia. The results indicated that PRP treatment led to a significant increase in hair density and thickness in the 50 male participants, suggesting PRP could be a promising treatment option for male pattern hair loss. However, the commentary noted that the single-spin method often failed to achieve the ideal platelet concentration of ≥1 million platelets/μl, unlike the double-spin method, which produced better clinical outcomes. It emphasized the need for standardized PRP preparation methods and further clinical trials to validate PRP's efficacy in hair restoration.
25 citations,
March 2017 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Platelet-rich plasma treatment for non-scarring hair loss shows mixed results and needs more research.
70 citations,
February 2017 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Treatment with plasma rich in growth factors improved hair density and thickness for hair loss patients.
87 citations,
September 2016 in “Dermatologic Surgery” PRP shows potential for treating female hair loss, but more research needed.
107 citations,
August 2014 in “Dermatologic Surgery” PRP injections improve hair thickness for baldness.
164 citations,
January 2014 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” PRP injections increase hair density and satisfaction in androgenetic alopecia patients.
119 citations,
January 2014 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” Platelet-rich plasma might help with hair growth and skin conditions, but more research is needed to prove its effectiveness and safety.
270 citations,
March 2012 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Platelet-rich plasma can potentially promote hair growth by stimulating cell growth and increasing certain proteins.
July 2023 in “International journal of trichology” Platelet-rich Plasma (PRP) helps treat hair loss effectively, especially when prepared using the double-spin method.
1 citations,
April 2020 in “Plastic and Aesthetic Nursing” PRP therapy might help increase hair growth for nonscarring alopecia, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness.
45 citations,
September 2018 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” PRP shows promise for hair loss treatment, with three initial monthly injections and maintenance every 3-6 months.
39 citations,
March 2019 in “Dermatologic Surgery” PRP therapy increases hair density for androgenetic alopecia.
15 citations,
May 2020 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” PRP treatment increases hair density and thickness in androgenetic alopecia by 79%.
