Platelet-Rich Plasma Treatment for Endocrine-Induced Alopecia and Persistent Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia in Breast Cancer Survivors: A Randomized, Controlled, Pilot Study

    July 2025 in “ Dermatologic Surgery ”
    Anthony Rossi, Alexander Pan, Christian Menzer … Mario E. Lacouture
    Studysummary This study found that PRP may increase hair density in breast cancer survivors with EIA or pCIA, but improvements did not differ statistically between treated and untreated sides.
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