History of autologous platelet‐rich plasma: A short review
Patrycja Mościcka, Andrzej Przylipiak
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is a medical material with numerous applications. It produces particularly spectacular effects when applied in cosmetic dermatology. AIM: To illustrate the origin of the treatment. CONCLUSION: The therapy originates from transfusiology, where it is applied as a concentrate of platelets to treat trombocytopenia. PRP treatment is 70 years old and has an increasing number of applications. PRP holds particular promise for cosmetic dermatology.
Topics & Concepts
Platelet-rich plasmaPlateletChemistryMedicinePharmacologyInternal medicineFacial Rejuvenation and Surgery TechniquesPeriodontal Regeneration and TreatmentsDermatologic Treatments and Research