November 2023 in “The Journal of Urology” The conclusion is that future trials should report specific details about the PRP composition to better understand its effects on urologic conditions.
October 2009 in “Nature Reviews Urology” 96 citations
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October 1987 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” This study found that long-term GnRH agonist administration in premenopausal women with polycystic ovarian disease resulted in persistent suppression of ovarian steroid secretion, while adrenal steroid levels remained unchanged.
February 2026 in “Bioengineering” This study concluded that repeated platelet-rich plasma injections provided greater and more consistent improvements in stress urinary incontinence symptoms compared to pelvic floor muscle training.
This study found that in sleep-deprived rats, increased 5α-reductase expression and activity in the prefrontal cortex contributed to psychosis- and mania-like symptoms, which finasteride ameliorated in a dose-dependent manner.
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October 2024 in “Advances in Therapy” In this study, Chinese children with central precocious puberty receiving 6-monthly injections of triptorelin showed luteinizing hormone suppression and slowed development of sexual characteristics over 12 months, without severe adverse events, suggesting it may be an effective treatment option for this population.
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June 2025 in “Gyemyeong uidae haksulji” This review suggests that PDRN shows promise as a safe and versatile regenerative agent for wound healing and other dermatological applications, based on its dual mechanisms and clinical evidence of efficacy.
January 2017 in “Hair transplant forum international” This study examined the effects of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) treatment on women with female androgenetic alopecia in a double-blind, placebo-controlled pilot trial, but specific results were not reported in the abstract.
September 2022 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that PRP is most commonly used for treating androgenetic alopecia and facial rejuvenation, with no serious adverse events reported among participants.
May 2024 in “Reactions weekly”
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October 1995 in “The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism/Journal of clinical endocrinology & metabolism” This study found that the LH response to nafarelin effectively distinguished gonadotropin deficiency from constitutional delay of puberty, performing comparably to the sleep test and offering certain advantages.
March 2026 in “Journal of Ovarian Research” This review explores the potential of platelet-rich plasma therapy for early ovarian reserve decline and premature ovarian insufficiency, indicating some ovarian function improvements in initial studies but highlighting the need for further research.
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March 2023 in “The FASEB Journal” This study found that platelet-rich plasma treatment significantly improved erectile function and restored neural structures in aged rats with erectile dysfunction, suggesting potential benefits for geriatric patients.
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July 2010 in “Trends in Endocrinology and Metabolism” This review discusses prolactin production and regulation in human skin and hair follicles, highlighting its potential broader implications but reports no new empirical results.
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July 2023 in “Spine Surgery and Related Research” This article reviews the potential of PRP as a treatment for spinal pain but calls for established use guidelines and protocols before wider clinical adoption, with no new clinical results reported.
April 2017 in “The Journal of Urology” This study found that patients with BPH who received finasteride before TURP experienced reduced intraoperative blood loss and improved quality of life one month after surgery compared to those who did not.
The project developed and tested a method using plasma rich platelets to treat hair loss.
August 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” A 5-year-old girl with a rare skin disorder was effectively treated with skin creams instead of oral medication.
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May 2003 in “American Journal of Pathology” This study found that prolactin and its receptor are expressed in the murine hair follicle epithelium, influencing hair cycle phases by down-regulating keratinocyte proliferation during anagen and inducing premature catagen.
June 2026 in “Kocatepe Veterinary Journal” This study found that periodic intratesticular PRP administration may slightly enhance testicular development in male lambs, indicated by increased testicular blood flow, length, and reduced resistance index compared to saline.
March 2023 in “The Journal of Urology” This study observed that despite the increase in nocturia cases from 2016 to 2021, the use of pharmacotherapy for the condition declined, suggesting potential undertreatment.
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December 2024 in “European Archives of Medical Research” This review highlights that PRP shows promise as an effective and safe treatment for knee osteoarthritis, particularly in mild-to-moderate stages, but underscores the need for standardized protocols and further research.
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May 2011 in “Journal of Pharmacy Technology” This article discusses the growing trend of repurposing existing medications for innovative therapeutic uses and highlights the need for pharmacy practitioners to be informed about accessing clinical evidence related to these applications, but it reports no new results.
February 2026 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” This review discusses the current evidence on platelet-rich plasma therapy's biological mechanisms and clinical applications, highlighting its promise in regenerative medicine and the challenges to its integration in nursing practice.
May 2024 in “Dermatologic surgery” In this study involving 15 women with alopecia, subcutaneous scalp injections of platelet-rich plasma every four weeks for three sessions led to increased hair and hair follicle density at 24 weeks, with common side effects being local swelling and pain.
In this study, pruritus was the most frequent skin disorder observed in hemodialyzed patients, particularly among those undergoing long-term dialysis.
April 2026 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” This study found that treating moderate-to-severe prurigo nodularis with dupilumab significantly improved itch severity, skin condition, and quality of life over 104 weeks, with a favorable safety profile, even in elderly and comorbid patients.
June 2025 in “Aesthetic Cosmetology and Medicine” This article reviews the potential uses of PDRN in regenerative and aesthetic medicine, noting promising results in various treatments but highlighting the need for further long-term studies to confirm their safety and effectiveness.
April 2025 in “Russian Pediatric Journal” This review discusses the application of PRP therapy in pediatric settings and highlights the current lack of sufficient data for its widespread clinical use.
April 2025 in “Journal of Skin and Stem Cell” This review discusses the potential of polydeoxyribonucleotide (PDRN) for various dermatological treatments and highlights its significant effects on wound healing, anti-aging, acne scars, and hair loss, but emphasizes the need for further clinical studies.