Platelet-Rich Plasma-Derived Exosomes Stimulate Hair Follicle Growth Through Activation of the Wnt/β-Catenin Signaling Pathway

    April 2025 in “ Regenerative Therapy ”
    Changpei Lu, Yunbu Ding, Rundong Zhang … Weixin Fan
    Studysummary This study found that PRP-Exos may stimulate hair follicle growth and enhance regeneration in cases of AGA by activating the Wnt/β-Catenin signaling pathway, showing potential both in vitro and in vivo.
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