20 citations
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October 2018 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” This review discusses the potential mechanisms of platelet-rich plasma in facial rejuvenation and reports no new clinical results, indicating a theoretical basis for its use in tissue regeneration.
18 citations
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July 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that PRP injections using the Eclipse system significantly improved hair density and caliber in women with androgenetic alopecia compared to saline placebo at 24 weeks.
15 citations
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October 2020 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” This review discusses the potential use of platelet-rich plasma for treating alopecia areata but reports no new experimental findings, noting the need for standardized protocols and larger studies to evaluate its efficacy.
13 citations
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May 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This article explores the impact of COVID-19 on aesthetic dermatology, focusing on ensuring the safety of dermatologists while maintaining adequate services during the pandemic, but does not report specific findings or outcomes.
5 citations
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December 2020 in “Wound Repair and Regeneration” This review discusses the challenges and perspectives of using platelet-rich plasma in burn and wound management, noting that current variability in its composition and application prevents clear conclusions on its effectiveness.
3 citations
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January 2016 in “South African family practice” This review suggests that platelet-rich plasma shows potential for improving alopecia areata and skin rejuvenation, but more research is needed as evidence primarily supports short-term outcomes in orthopaedic applications.
2 citations
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May 2024 in “Cureus” This study found that both single and double spin platelet-rich plasma methods significantly reduced chronic ulcer surface area, with single spin showing notable healing improvements.
2 citations
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March 2015 in “Expert opinion on orphan drugs” This review discusses recent advances in the treatment of alopecia areata, highlighting new potential therapies like JAK inhibitors and PRP, and reports no new clinical results.
December 2025 in “IP Indian Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” This review reports that the treatment of androgenetic alopecia is shifting from single therapies to personalized, multimodal approaches incorporating both traditional and emerging pharmacologics, regenerative strategies, nutraceuticals, cosmeceuticals, and device-based interventions, with combination regimens showing improved outcomes.
January 2019 in “Springer eBooks” PRP may help with hair loss and improve hair quality with few side effects, but more research is needed.
21 citations
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February 2023 in “Bioengineering” This review outlines current European legislation and manufacturing standards for platelet-rich plasma (PRP) products and provides guidance for clinicians implementing autologous PRP treatments, without reporting new clinical results.
January 2018 in “Skin appendage disorders” The document focused on hair disorders, especially alopecia, and discussed treatments and impacts on quality of life.
This study conducted a comparative analysis of platelet rich plasma and low level laser therapy for androgenetic alopecia but does not present new clinical findings.
January 2025 in “Advances in Clinical Medicine” This source reviews clinical research progress on injection therapies for androgenetic alopecia, highlighting that methods like platelet derivatives, botulinum toxin, and stem cells may offer precise hair follicle targeting and reduced side effects compared to traditional treatments.
3 citations
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October 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This study found that non-activated platelet-rich plasma from acetylsalicylic acid-treated patients increased inflammatory cytokines, affecting platelet activation and possibly influencing outcomes in PRP therapies.
848 citations
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October 2020 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review discusses the potential of platelet-rich plasma applications in regenerative medicine and explores recent progress and challenges in translating non-clinical PRP findings into human treatments, but reports no new clinical results.
39 citations
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January 2021 in “BioMed Research International” This review explores the variability in platelet-rich plasma therapy outcomes across different medical applications, attributing disparities to inconsistent blood processing methods, and it reports no new clinical results.
25 citations
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February 2025 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” This review covers advancements in skin repair and rejuvenation technologies, highlighting potential benefits of stem cell therapy, bioengineered skin substitutes, PRP, exosome therapies, and gene editing for conditions such as chronic wounds and genetic disorders, though challenges in accessibility, safety, and long-term effectiveness remain.
7 citations
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December 2018 in “Discoveries” This review discusses the potential benefits and limitations of platelet-rich plasma in wound healing, especially for skin wounds, and reports no new experimental findings.
18 citations
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April 2021 in “PLOS ONE” This systematic review found that most level I/II clinical studies on platelet-rich plasma therapy have focused on musculoskeletal injuries, but inconsistent reporting of PRP composition complicates comparisons across medical specialties.
July 2026 in “IntechOpen eBooks” This review highlights the challenges and management strategies associated with persistent chemotherapy-induced alopecia, detailing the psychosocial impacts, follicular pathobiology, and available treatments such as scalp cooling and minoxidil, ultimately proposing a clinical algorithm to transform it into a preventable and manageable condition.
July 2026 in “Frontiers in Medicine” This review explores the evidence for platelet-rich plasma, exosomes, and other regenerative therapies as adjuncts in hair transplantation, finding that PRP has the most support, but highlights the need for standardization and transplantation-specific studies.
June 2026 in “Journal of Comprehensive Dermatology” This study reviewed the evidence on minoxidil's effectiveness for androgenetic alopecia, finding that 5% topical minoxidil is the most effective monotherapy for men, while 2% is similarly effective for women. Genetic markers can predict response, and new formulations like foam and gel improve tolerability.
January 2026 in “Revista científica ciencias de la salud” This study found that platelet-rich plasma significantly improved hair density and facial texture in non-surgical aesthetic treatments and reported it as an effective and safe option for androgenic alopecia and facial rejuvenation.
March 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology” In this case report, researchers described a treatment for post-aplasia cutis congenita alopecia using follicular unit transplantation, platelet-rich plasma, and fat grafting, which significantly improved hair follicles, skin quality, and sensitivity in the affected scalp area.
August 2024 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” This review discusses current and emerging therapies for androgenetic alopecia, emphasizing regenerative treatments and nanotechnology advancements, but it reports no new clinical results.
May 2023 in “Asian Journal of Transfusion Science” In this study, conducted at a tertiary care hospital in Chennai, adverse events during blood donation were observed in 0.42% of donors, predominantly affecting first-time male donors, and were mostly vasovagal reactions such as giddiness and sweating.
October 2021 in “Cosmoderma” This review summarizes existing knowledge on diffuse and patterned alopecia, emphasizing recent advancements in treatment beyond FDA-approved options, but it reports no new clinical findings.
7 citations
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October 2024 in “Cells” This review discusses the potential of platelet-rich plasma in regenerative medicine and aging-related diseases but notes that clinical efficacy remains unclear due to varying study results and preparation inconsistencies.
3 citations
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February 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review discusses the composition, preparation, and applications of autologous platelet and extracellular vesicle-rich plasma, highlighting its potential benefits and the need for further research, but it reports no new clinical findings.