Use of Plasma-Rich in Growth Factors (PRGF) in the Treatment of Acne

October 2024 in “ OBM Transplantation ”

Elga Jhoanna Vargas, Julio Martínez, Lina Andrea Gómez

plasma-rich growth factors PRGF autologous plasma papulopustular acne platelets inflammation Cutibacterium acnes collagen dermatology aesthetic medicine

TLDR PRGF can improve acne and scars.

This study explores the use of autologous plasma-rich growth factors (PRGF) as a treatment for moderate papulopustular acne. A patient received three PRGF applications at one-month intervals, resulting in improved appearance of scars and active acne lesions. The proteins released from platelets in PRGF help regulate inflammation, inhibit the growth of Cutibacterium acnes, and restore collagen, making PRGF a promising therapeutic alternative in dermatology and aesthetic medicine.

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