PRP in Cicatricial Alopecia: Unraveling Mechanistic Insights, Assessing Clinical Efficacy, and Paving Future Directions

    December 2023
    Felipe Sanches Edaes, Cleide Barbieri de Souza
    TLDR PRP shows promise for treating cicatricial alopecia but needs more research.
    This review explores the potential of Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) in treating cicatricial alopecia (CA), a complex hair loss disorder. Through a comprehensive literature search, the study evaluates PRP's efficacy in enhancing hair density and highlights the need for standardized methodologies. The findings suggest that PRP holds promise in CA therapy due to its regenerative potential. The review emphasizes the importance of further research and collaboration, acknowledging the multifaceted nature of CA and the transformative possibilities PRP offers for innovative treatments.
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