An Umbrella Review of the Use of Platelet-Rich Plasma in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia

    January 2023 in “ Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology ”
    Caihong Li, Lingfeng Pan, Liehao Yang … Lianbo Zhang
    Studysummary This review concludes that platelet-rich plasma treatment is effective for androgenetic alopecia, with recommendations for a specific volume, frequency, and duration of therapy for optimal results.
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