Platelet-Rich Plasma in the Treatment of Alopecia

December 2021 in “ International Journal of Research in Dermatology ”

Safi Abbas Rizvi

platelet-rich plasma PRP alopecia androgenic alopecia alopecia areata tissue regeneration wound healing hair growth

TLDR PRP shows promise for treating hair loss but needs standardized methods to confirm its effectiveness.

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is emerging as a promising treatment for various types of alopecia, including androgenic alopecia and alopecia areata. PRP therapy involves using a concentration of platelets from the patient's own blood, which is believed to aid in tissue regeneration, wound healing, and hair growth. Despite its potential and low cost, the clinical efficacy of PRP is still under scrutiny due to inconsistencies in preparation methods and platelet concentrations. The review highlights the need for standardized protocols to better assess the therapeutic value of PRP in treating hair loss.

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