Description:
Hair transplantation with PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) combines traditional hair transplant techniques with PRP therapy to enhance hair growth and accelerate healing after the procedure. PRP is a concentrate of platelets derived from the patient’s own blood. These platelets contain growth factors that promote tissue healing and stimulate cell regeneration. In a hair transplant with PRP, the PRP is applied to the transplanted and existing hair follicles to improve hair growth and increase the success rate of the procedure.
Indications:
- Androgenetic alopecia (genetic hair loss)
- Diffuse hair loss or hair loss due to scars or injuries
- Patients desiring enhanced healing and faster hair growth after a hair transplant
- Individuals with thinning hair who want to stimulate hair growth
- Complementary treatment for other hair transplantation techniques (FUE, FUT)
Procedure:
- Preparation: The patient undergoes a thorough examination to determine if hair transplantation with PRP is suitable. The scalp is cleaned and locally anesthetized to make the procedure pain-free. A small amount of blood is drawn from the patient’s vein.
- PRP Preparation: The collected blood is placed in a centrifuge that separates the plasma from the red blood cells and isolates the platelet-rich plasma (PRP). This concentrate contains a high concentration of growth factors and other healing-promoting substances.
- Hair Transplantation: The surgeon performs the hair transplantation using either the FUE or FUT method, depending on the patient’s needs. Hair follicles are extracted from the donor area and implanted into the recipient area.
- PRP Application: After the transplantation, PRP is applied to the transplanted hair follicles and the scalp. This can be done through microneedling or direct injection. The growth factors in the PRP promote healing and improve the survival of the transplanted follicles.
- Aftercare: After the procedure, the patient receives instructions on caring for the scalp and transplanted hair follicles. Regular follow-up visits with the doctor are necessary to monitor the healing process and avoid potential complications. Additional PRP sessions may be recommended to optimize results.
Benefits:
- Accelerated healing and reduced risk of inflammation after hair transplantation
- Promotion of hair growth and improved density of transplanted hair
- Use of the patient’s own blood, minimizing the risk of allergic reactions
- Natural and effective complement to hair transplantation to optimize results
- Improved survival rate of transplanted hair follicles