Review on using platelet rich plasma in hair loss and hair transplantation

Abstract

Literature review shows limited number of articles on platelet rich plasma (PRP) in various indications like androgenic alopecia, healing in chronic ulcers and skin rejuvenation. Platelet rich plasma seems to be rational therapy with science of growth factors in tissue regeneration. Level of evidence of various studies in androgenic alopecia is from low to medium. Though, platelet rich plasma is a newer technique in a dermatosurgeons’ armamentarium that can be combined with other therapies. Welldefined double blind trials will definitely increase the confidence of clinicians in this procedure. © 2015, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences(IUMS). All rights reserved.