Platelet-Rich Plasma for Treatment of Hair Loss Improves Patient-Reported Quality of Life.
Rosita PensatoRasmieh Al-AmerSimone La PadulaPublished in: Aesthetic plastic surgery (2023)
This study explores the psychological impact of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) treatment for hair loss. PRP, an autologous plasma enriched with platelets, has gained recognition in aesthetic and regenerative medicine for its potential to facilitate tissue healing and regeneration through the release of growth factors. However, concerns arise regarding the lack of standardized protocols for PRP preparation and characterization, including platelet counts and active substance concentrations. Additionally, the concentration of leukocytes and the platelet-to-leukocyte ratio in PRP are crucial factors that can affect treatment outcomes. Further analysis is necessary to establish reliable conclusions about the applications of PRP. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE V: This journal requires that authors assign a level of evidence to each article. For a full description of these Evidence-Based Medicine ratings, please refer to the Table of Contents or the online Instructions to Authors www.springer.com/00266 .