Platelet-Rich Plasma for Treating Female Androgenic Alopecia: A Systematic Review

April 2021 in “ Journal of Investigative Dermatology ”

G.E. Beraja, R.L. Quinonez, Jose L. Jimenez

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TLDR PRP treatment helps hair growth and reduces hair loss in women, but more research needed.

The document titled "277 Platelet-rich plasma for treating female androgenic alopecia: A systematic review" reviews the effectiveness of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) in treating female androgenic alopecia (AGA). The study found that PRP treatment can be effective in promoting hair growth and reducing hair loss in women with AGA. However, more research is needed to determine the optimal PRP treatment protocol and to fully understand the long-term effects of PRP treatment for AGA.

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