Mechanical and Controlled PRP Injections in Patients Affected by Androgenetic Alopecia

作者： Pietro Gentile1,2, Simone Garcovich3, Maria Giovanna Scioli4, Alessandra Bielli4, Augusto Orlandi5, Valerio Cervelli6 1Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Department,University of Rome Tor Vergata, 2Chief of Teaching of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery,Catholic University, 3Dermatology Department,Catholic University, 4Anathomic Pathology Department,University of Rome Tor Vergata, 5Chief of Anathomic Pathology Department,University of Rome Tor Vergata, 6Chief of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Department,University of Rome Tor Vergata

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Overview

This study investigates the effects of interfollicular autologous platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections in patients with androgenetic alopecia. A total of 23 patients received PRP injections at a depth of 5 mm using a medical injector gun across three sessions.

Key Study Components

Area of Science

• Neuroscience
• Regenerative Medicine
• Dermatology

Background

• Androgenetic alopecia is a common form of hair loss.
• Platelet-rich plasma is derived from the patient's own blood.
• PRP is believed to promote hair growth through various growth factors.
• Controlled injection techniques may enhance the efficacy of PRP treatments.

Purpose of Study

• To evaluate the effectiveness of PRP injections in treating androgenetic alopecia.
• To assess the optimal injection technique for delivering PRP.
• To document patient outcomes following treatment.

Methods Used

• Preparation of autologous not-activated PRP from patient blood.
• Centrifugation of blood to separate PRP from platelet-poor plasma.
• Use of a medical injector gun for precise delivery of PRP.
• Administration of PRP injections in three separate sessions.

Main Results

• Successful preparation of PRP from patient blood samples.
• Positive patient responses observed post-treatment.
• Controlled injection technique demonstrated effective delivery.
• Potential for PRP as a viable treatment option for hair loss.

Conclusions

• Interfollicular PRP injections may benefit patients with androgenetic alopecia.
• Further studies are needed to confirm long-term efficacy.
• Controlled injection methods enhance treatment outcomes.

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