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Efficacy and safety of microneedling radiofrequency in patterned hair loss

Balakrishnan Nirmal1, S Shahin Mubeena1, Belavendra Antonisamy2

  • 1Department of Dermatology, Dermal Square skin hair nail clinic, Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India.

Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery
|November 1, 2024
PubMed
Abstract

Insights

Microneedling radiofrequency (MNRF) shows significant improvement in patterned hair loss. This treatment for androgenetic alopecia is safe, with only minor side effects like temporary pain reported.

Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Aesthetic Medicine

Background:

  • Patterned hair loss, including androgenetic alopecia, affects a significant portion of the population.
  • Current treatments for hair loss have varying efficacy and side effect profiles.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy of microneedling radiofrequency (MNRF) in treating patterned hair loss.
  • To assess the safety and adverse effects associated with MNRF treatments.

Main Methods:

  • An open-label study was conducted on patients diagnosed with androgenetic alopecia.
  • Participants received three monthly MNRF treatment sessions.
  • Efficacy was evaluated using photographic and trichoscopic assessments before and after treatment.

Main Results:

  • Twenty-four patients were included in the study.
  • Excellent hair growth improvement was noted in 14 patients (58.3%).
  • Fair improvement was observed in seven patients (29.2%), with no improvement in three patients (12.5%).
  • The most common adverse event was slight, temporary pain.

Conclusions:

  • Microneedling radiofrequency (MNRF) demonstrates significant efficacy in improving patterned hair loss.
  • The treatment is well-tolerated, with no major adverse effects reported.
  • MNRF presents a promising therapeutic option for androgenetic alopecia.
Keywords:
AlopeciaMicroneedling radiofrequencyPatterned hair loss

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