Platelet-Rich Plasma and Its Use for Cicatricial and Non-Cicatricial Alopecias: A Narrative Review

    June 2020 in “ Dermatology and therapy ”
    Rubina Alves, Ramon Grimalt
    Studysummary This article reviews major uses of platelet-rich plasma in treating various hair disorders, including both non-cicatricial and cicatricial alopecia, but reports no new results.
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