Plasma rich in growth factors (PRFC) is increasingly being considered as a treatment for different types of hair loss. This therapy works for the growth of new hair and to prevent its fall with the stimulation and regeneration of the hair follicle. The PRFC can also be applied before or after a hair transplant or graft.
PRFC PREVENTION AND TREATMENT OF HAIR LOSS
WHAT IS PLASMA RICH IN GROWTH FACTORS (PRFC) IN HAIR TRANSPLANTATION?
The PRFC or plasma rich in growth factors is a blood derivative extracted from the same patient, which is placed in the scalp through injections.
The PRFC is obtained with a machine that separates the liquid and the solid portion of the blood. A centrifuge process divides the blood into three layers, one of which is the PRFC, which contains five times more platelets than uncentrifuged blood.
Due to the large amount of growth factors it contains, it produces a beneficial response to the hair follicle, stimulating its growth.
WHAT DOES THE TREATMENT CONSIST OF?
PRFC injections are administered based on the characteristics of the patient and the criteria of the specialist.
The PRFC produces a series of functions in the hair follicle, preventing further loss and promoting the formation of new blood vessels. As a result, the risk of hair loss is reduced and hair growth is accelerated.
WHAT BENEFITS DOES IT HAVE?
- Nutrition of the follicle.
- Acceleration of hair growth.
- Reduces the risk of infections due to its antimicrobial action.
- Better quality and appearance of the hair.
WILL MY DAILY ACTIVITIES BE ALTERED?
Once the treatment is finished you can return to normal activity immediately.
WHEN ARE THE RESULTS APPRECIATED?
In these cases, the results, in terms of permanence or viability of the follicle, usually appear from the first session.
HOW MANY SESSIONS IS ADVISABLE TO DO?
It depends on each patient and each specific case, although between 3 and 6 sessions of PRFC are usually provided per year.
FROM WHAT AGE CAN THE TREATMENT BE CARRIED OUT?
Anyone can apply PRFC. Especially those with recent hair loss, with an androgenetic pattern and with the extent of alopecia not too extensive.
DOES IT HAVE ANY SIDE EFFECT?
No, it is a biological product obtained from the patient or autologous.
To avoid possible complications, you should always go to accredited centres, since a special certification is needed to carry it out.