TLDR PRP shows promise in healing but needs a standardized, safe preparation method.
The review discussed the progress and clinical applications of platelet-rich plasma (PRP), highlighting its use in dermatology for hair loss, orthopedics for arthritis, and sports medicine for tendon injuries due to its rich content of growth factors. Despite its potential in promoting cell proliferation and tissue regeneration, PRP's clinical use was limited by infection risks, lack of standardized preparation protocols, and high costs. The review emphasized the need for safe, standardized PRP preparation methods to maximize its therapeutic potential and called for further research to address these issues.
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September 2017 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” PRP treatment may increase hair density and reduce hair loss, but more research is needed.
348 citations
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July 2017 in “Skin appendage disorders” Platelet-rich plasma shows promise for skin and hair treatments but needs more research and standardization.
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October 2015 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Platelet-rich plasma may have some benefits in dermatology, but there's not enough evidence to widely recommend its use.
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June 2014 in “Expert Opinion on Therapeutic Targets” The document concludes that targeting 5α-reductase, the androgen receptor, and hair growth genes, along with using compounds with anti-androgenic properties, could lead to more effective hair loss treatments.
270 citations
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July 2012 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Platelet-rich plasma can potentially promote hair growth by stimulating cell growth and increasing certain proteins.
166 citations
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December 2011 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Platelet-rich plasma with a new carrier significantly increases hair thickness without serious side effects.
