6 citations
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July 2018 in “JAMA facial plastic surgery” Injecting minced fat into the facial artery can cause severe eye problems and death, more so than other fat types, and larger amounts increase these risks.
4 citations
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February 2024 in “Dermatology and Therapy” The procedure effectively improves the appearance of stretch marks in women.
3 citations
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December 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Fat injections can help regrow hair in stubborn hair loss cases.
2 citations
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September 2019 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The two-step procedure of fat grafting followed by hair grafting improves scalp and facial scar correction.
1 citations
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July 2023 in “Advances in therapy” Hair transplantation is safe and effective for children with scar-related hair loss.
1 citations
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January 2020 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” Platelet-rich plasma and stem cell therapies are accepted treatments for hair restoration, with specific protocols recommended for best results, but more standardization is needed in stem cell use.
Using scalp stem cells can improve hair transplants.
20 citations
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September 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” SVF-PRP therapy effectively reverses hair loss effects.
16 citations
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January 2021 in “International Journal of Medical Sciences” Injectable gelatin microspheres with platelet-rich plasma speed up wound healing.
12 citations
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January 2013 in “IOSR Journal of Agriculture and Veterinary Science” Homogenous PRP gel heals goat skin wounds best, promoting quick recovery and hair growth.
6 citations
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July 2023 in “Spine Surgery and Related Research” PRP shows promise for spinal pain but needs more guidelines before widespread use.
5 citations
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January 2013 in “Otorhinolaryngology clinics : an international journal” Platelet-rich plasma may improve healing and hair growth in cosmetic surgery but results vary.
June 2026 in “Indian Journal of Veterinary Medicine” PRP therapy improves hair regrowth and quality in dogs with alopecia.
March 2026 in “International Journal of Current Pharmaceutical Review and Research” Exosome therapy is more effective than platelet-rich plasma for hair growth in male pattern baldness.
January 2026 in “Frontiers in Digital Health” Motion-graphic videos improve patient understanding more than verbal explanations for platelet-rich plasma therapy.
December 2025 in “Eastern Ukrainian Medical Journal” Standardized protocols are crucial for effective use of platelet-rich plasma and fibrin in tissue regeneration.
LGF injections may improve early Peyronie's disease by reducing penile curvature and plaque size.
January 2013 in “Otorhinolaryngology clinics : an international journal” PRP shows promise for improving healing and hair growth in cosmetic surgery but results can vary.
205 citations
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April 2013 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Platelet-rich plasma treatment significantly increased hair regrowth and decreased discomfort in alopecia patients, making it a potentially better and safer treatment option.
62 citations
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October 2016 in “Dermatologic Therapy” PRP more effective than minoxidil 5% for treating alopecia areata.
39 citations
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June 2013 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Herbal extracts and platelet-rich plasma together may help increase hair growth by making certain cells grow more, through specific cell growth pathways.
1 citations
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March 2017 in “Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences” Microneedling with either platelet-rich plasma or 5% minoxidil can increase hair growth in people with androgenetic alopecia, but minoxidil might be slightly better.
166 citations
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August 2011 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Platelet-rich plasma with a new carrier significantly increases hair thickness without serious side effects.
70 citations
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February 2021 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Fat-derived stem cells, platelet-rich plasma, and biomaterials show promise for healing chronic skin wounds and improving soft tissue with few side effects.
66 citations
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June 2015 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” Platelet preparations generally show positive effects on wound healing and facial rejuvenation, but more thorough research is needed to confirm their effectiveness.
57 citations
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October 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Platelet-rich plasma treatment can significantly increase hair count and density in men with pattern baldness, and these improvements can last up to 3 months.
57 citations
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May 2016 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” PRP therapy may effectively treat hair loss, but more research needed.
56 citations
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November 2016 in “Aesthetic surgery journal” The document concludes that the effectiveness of platelet rich plasma in aesthetic surgery is unclear due to inconsistent reporting and lack of objective measures in studies.
53 citations
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June 2017 in “Skin appendage disorders” PRP treatment helps hair growth in most cases, but more research needed.
49 citations
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August 2016 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” Micro-needling effectively improves wrinkles, scars, and hair growth, but proper technique and safety are important.