The additive value of platelet-rich plasma to topical Minoxidil in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia: a systematic review and meta-analysis

It remains to be determined whether platelet-rich plasma (PRP) offers an additional advantage over Minoxidil in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia. The authors reviewed randomised controlled trials (RCTs) comparing PRP + Minoxidil scalp injections versus Minoxidil alone for the management of androgenetic alopecia.

All RCTs published in Embase, Cochrane Library and PubMed comparing PRP plus Minoxidil with Minoxidil alone were eligible. The literature search was completed on 5 March 2024. The opinion was registered on PROSPERO (CRD42024509826).