Efficacy of Autologous Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy Versus Topical Minoxidil in Men With Moderate Androgenetic Alopecia: A Randomized Open-Label Trial

    February 2023 in “ Journal of Dermatological Treatment ”
    Mithinkumar Balasundaram, Rashmi Kumari, Sivaranjini Ramassamy
    Studysummary In this study, both platelet-rich plasma and minoxidil increased hair counts and density in moderate androgenetic alopecia in men, but patient satisfaction was higher with minoxidil, which also had fewer side effects.
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