Platelet Rich Plasma Treatment in Dermatology

Platelet-rich plasma has become increasingly popular in recent years, and it is a plasma component that contains a high concentration of platelets, which is obtained by centrifugation of blood. It was first used in 1987 to reduce the transfusion of homologous blood products following open heart surgery. In recent years, in addition to dermatology, the use of Platelet-rich plasma has been increasing in many medical branches such as orthopedics, physical therapy, plastic surgery, cardiovascular surgery, maxillofacial surgery, urology and ophthalmology. Dermatology are still increasingly being used in many different indications. The results obtained in the studies give hope and indicate a new indication every day. However, in studies, the lack of application stand and the low number of patients are seen as limiting effects. Before determining the exact indications of the Platelet-rich plasma, standardization of applications and controlled studies on large patient populations are needed.