Evaluation of the safety and efficacy of concentrated growth factors for hair growth promotion in androgenetic alopecia patients: A retrospective single-centre, single-arm study.
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Abstract
Objective: This study was designed to evaluate the safety and efficacy of injections of concentrated growth factors (CGF) for hair growth promotion in androgenetic alopecia (AGA) patients.
Methods: A retrospective review of AGA patients treated with injections of CGF at our center from October 2021 to April 2023 was performed. A total of 3 injections were administered every 3-4 weeks apart, and evaluation were performed before the first injection and at 3 months, 6 months later. The outcomes were assessed by trichoscopy photomicrographs and the Global Aesthetic Improvement Scale (GAIS).
Results: At 3 months after the first injection, the hair density and hair growth ratio were significantly improved. Significant improvements were found in GAIS score by both patients and independent doctors and the hair growth promotion was sustained for 6 months after first treatment.
Conclusions: According to this tiny single-arm trial, the use of CGF injection may help AGA by increasing terminal hair density and hair density. No severe topical or systemic adverse events occurred during the treatment.
期刊介绍：
The Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology publishes high quality, peer-reviewed articles on all aspects of cosmetic dermatology with the aim to foster the highest standards of patient care in cosmetic dermatology. Published quarterly, the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology facilitates continuing professional development and provides a forum for the exchange of scientific research and innovative techniques.
The scope of coverage includes, but will not be limited to: healthy skin; skin maintenance; ageing skin; photodamage and photoprotection; rejuvenation; biochemistry, endocrinology and neuroimmunology of healthy skin; imaging; skin measurement; quality of life; skin types; sensitive skin; rosacea and acne; sebum; sweat; fat; phlebology; hair conservation, restoration and removal; nails and nail surgery; pigment; psychological and medicolegal issues; retinoids; cosmetic chemistry; dermopharmacy; cosmeceuticals; toiletries; striae; cellulite; cosmetic dermatological surgery; blepharoplasty; liposuction; surgical complications; botulinum; fillers, peels and dermabrasion; local and tumescent anaesthesia; electrosurgery; lasers, including laser physics, laser research and safety, vascular lasers, pigment lasers, hair removal lasers, tattoo removal lasers, resurfacing lasers, dermal remodelling lasers and laser complications.
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