RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
T1 The Successful Treatment of Alopecia Areata with Platelet Rich Plasma in a Case of Twins with Genetic Risk for Autoimmune Disorders
JF International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery
FD Publication of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery
SP 12
OP 13
DO 10.33589/28.1.0012
VO 28
IS 1
A1 Anastasios Vekris
YR 2018
UL http://www.ISHRS-HTForum.org/content/28/1/12.abstract
AB Alopecia areata (AA) is a common autoimmune disease targeting the hair follicle and resulting in acute hair loss, partially or totally affecting the scalp and/or body. It usually affects young children and adults, causing severe psychological disorders and stress to the patients. There is still no definitive treatment for this disorder that can be persistent and recurrent. We present an interesting case of twins with genetic risk for autoimmune disorders who suffered from alopecia areata totalis. They had no significant response to conservative treatment with corticosteroids and were subsequently treated with platelet rich plasma (PRP) injections and showed noticeable and continuous hair growth simultaneously. We will discuss the potential of PRP as an alternative and trustworthy treatment for AA.