1. How to enhance the results of
aesthetic procedures using
Platelet-Rich-Plasma
Dr. Rolf Soehnchen
Consultant Dermatologist
Cooper dermatology Clinic
Dubai, UAE
dermadoktor@gmail.com
7. What is Platelet-rich plasma?
• Plasma with platelet concentration above base line values are
referred to as platelet-rich plasma (PRP).
• PRP is a sample of a patient’s own blood and spinning in a
centrifuge for certain minutes.
• As a concentrated source of autologous platelets, PRP contains,
and releases (after activation) several different growth factors and
other cytokines that stimulate regenerating & healing soft tissues.
Ashish Jain et al. Platelet-rich plasma therapy: A novel application in regenerative medicine
Asian J Transfus. Sci. 2015 Jul-Dec; 9(2): 113–114.
14. PRP
in wound healing cascade
Haemostasis Inflamation Regeneration Remodeling
Haemostasis Inflammation Regeneration Remodeling
time
with
PRP
wound healing time can be shortened significantly
Leucocytes Chemotraction &
Mitotic G factors
extracellular matrix &
cell differentiaton
Fibrin &
Platelet
aggregation
w/o
PRP
15. Skin rejuvenation by PRP
proposed mechanisms of action
Mechanisms of action for PRP in skin rejuvenation
• Increased fibroblast proliferation
> increased collagen production
• Upregulates expression of MMP-1 , and MMP -3.
> removal of photodamage
• Increased G1 cell cycle regulators
> accelerates wound healing
Platelet-rich plasma induces increased expression of G1 cell cycle regulators, type I collagen, and matrix metalloproteinase-1 in
human skin fibroblasts. Chow JW, etal. , Int J Mol Med 2012;29:32-
17. Why –
Dr. Sabine Zenker, Novel insights on the platelet-rich fibrin matrix, Prime, International
Journal od Aesthetic & Anti-Ageing Medicine Injectable Treatments on November 15, 2013.
18. PRP stimulates
Fibroblasts
aPRP= activated PRP
aPPP and aPRP treatment increased the proliferation of cultured fibroblast.
- serum-starvation for 24 h, fibroblasts were cultured with FBS, aPPP, or aPRP at 5% and 10%. For 3 days.
Can Platelet-rich Plasma Be Used for Skin Rejuvenation? Evaluation of Effects of Platelet-rich Plasma on Human Dermal Fibroblasts,
Ann Dermatol. 2011 424-431, Kim Dh, et al.
19. PRP
increases proliferation of epidermis basal cells
and hair follicular bulge cells
before PRP before before
after after after
Ki 67 Ki 67 CD 31
Source: The Effect of Autologous Activated Platelet Rich Plasma Injection on Pattern Hair Loss: Clinical and Histomorphometric Evaluation, Cervelli et al. , BioMed Research
Intern. Volume 2014 (2014), Article ID 760709
20. Contra
• Secretion of proinflammatory
cytokines , such as MMP, serin
proteases, oxygen radicals
• Neutrophils trigger increased tissue
matrix degradation
• Pro inflammatory WBC fraction
might inhibit healing process
• Increase localised pain
It seems desirable to have a low amount of WBC & red blood cells
PRP and White Blood Cells
Pro
• WBC fraction contains stem cells
which are essential for woundhealing
• Antibacterial effect
21. The inclusion of WBC’s in PRP may not have any
scientific basis, but rather reflect an inability
of the preparation technique to completely
eliminate this cellular component.
Dohan-Ehrenfest 2009, Mei-Dan 2010
22. PRP selection
• Blood volume required
• Blood Collection tube
(With Gel Separator / Without Gel Separator)
• Centrifugation time & speed
• No contamination of RBCs & WBCs.
• pH of PRP
• Activation agent of PRP
23. PRP Selection
• PRP brand
• PRP at 2800 rpm centrifugation for 6 minutes. No
RBCS & WBCs contamination
Advanced
Gel
Separator
• Reduce the risk of free radicals generation,
inflammation, tissues injury & cell death. High RBCs
concentration = Hemosiderin staining.
Removes
99.8% RBCs
• Reduce the risk of tissue damage, inflammation,
impaired healing & local pain.
Removes
90% WBCs
24. PRP Selection
• PRP brand
• No burning pain during & after PRP injection as it
is in the range of blood pH.
Maintains
7.4 pH of PRP
• Eliminates the risk of contamination
Closed System
• sustained release of growth factors & bioactive
matrix proteins
Separate PRP
Activation Tube
with CaCl2
25. Simple Preparation Steps
Transfer to Syringe
(Ready for application)
Transfer
(transferring PRP into
activation tube)
Centrifugation
(6 minutes, with 1100g
or 2800 RPM)
Blood Draw (with
vacuum system to
prevent contamination)
36. Assessment of efficacy of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) on infraorbital dark circles and crow’s feet wrinkles,
Pedram Mehryan, MD, et al. , Journal od Cosmetic Dermatology 13, 72-78
PRP & dark Circles
41. PRP
combination therapies
PRP & RF
Efficacy of intradermal radiofrequency
combined with autologous platelet-rich plasma
in striae distensae: a pilot study, Int . J
Dermatol 2012 Oct;51(10):1253-8, Su Kim et
al
PRP & Microneedle / RF
Skin rejuvenation by microneedle fractional
radiofrequency and a human stem cell
conditioned medium in Asian skin: a
randomized controlled investigator blinded
split-face study . Cosmet Laser Ther , 2013
Feb;15(1):25-33. , Seo KY, et al.
Efficacy of Microneedling Plus Human Stem
Cell Conditioned Medium for Skin
Rejuvenation: A Randomized, Controlled,
Blinded Split-Face Study
Ann Dermatol. 2014 Oct; 26(5): 584–591. Lee
Hj et al.
PRP & Ultrasound
Treatment of Striae Distensae Combined
Enhanced Penetration Platelet-Rich Plasma
and Ultrasound after Plasma Fractional
Radiofrequency. Dong Hye Suh, J Cosmet
Laser Ther 2012 Dec;14(6):272-6
PRP & Fx Laser
• Platelet-rich plasma combined with
fractional laser therapy for skin
rejuvenation
Dermatol Surg; 2012 Apr;38(4):623-30.
Shin MK, et al.
• Rapid healing and reduced erythema after
ablative fractional carbon dioxide laser
resurfacing combined with the application
of autologous platelet-rich plasma.
Dermatol Surg 2011 Apr;37(4):463-8. , Na
Ji, Choi JW, et al.
43. PRP & Hair Growth
A nonsmoker 52-year-old male patient affected by hair loss.
(a): Preoperative situation of the scalp with hair loss localized to the parietal and vertex areas.
(b): Postoperative situation of the scalp two weeks from the last treatment with increase of the hair count
and hair density.
Source: Cervelli et al. The Effect of Autologous Activated Platelet Rich Plasma (AA-PRP) Injection on Pattern Hair Loss: Clinical and Histomorphometric
Evaluation, BioMed Research International Volume 2014, Article ID 760709, 9 pages
Platelet-rich plasma, or PRP, is blood plasma with concentrated platelets and other growth factors. The concentrated platelets found in PRP have huge reservoirs of bioactive proteins, including growth factors and signalling proteins. Dr Georghy utilizes platelets rich plasma (PRP) and various growth factors and supplements to improve everything from aging skin, stretch marks, hair loss, tennis elbow to degenerative arthritis and much more.
A new cutting edge technology in regenerative medicine utilizes the patient’s own platelets rich plasma (PRP) which can repair and rejuvenate without drugs or medications. Our practice is a leader in introducing integrative medical and surgical techniques which are safe and effective.
PRP is a naturally occurring component extracted from your own (autologous) blood. Blood is made up of red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets and plasma. When platelets are activated in the body they release healing proteins called growth factors. Growth factors create a cumulative result, which assists the body to repair itself by regenerating new tissue, improving blood supply and wound healing, all of which are important factors in regenerative therapies.
Dr.Sabine’s investigations into the impact of PRP on dermal augmentation found that dermal intensities increased following treatment. She used meso- and filling methodologies for full facial rejuvenation to objectively evaluate the effects of three PRP treatments spaced 1 month apart, then analysed the effects of superficial dermal stimulation and augmentation using 20 MHz ultrasound measurements. Treatments were administered to the nasolabial folds, tear trough, and cheeks, with significant preliminary results in skin thickness and neo-collagenesis after only one treatment
There are great differences among the commercially-available PRP preparations that the aesthetic practitioner should be aware of, including:
-The volume of autologous blood required, which can vary depending on the kit used
-The time and speed of centrifugation
-The nature of plasmapharesis, including the removal, treatment, and return of (components of) blood plasma
from blood circulation
-The addition of an activating agent and its effect on pH
-The final platelet, growth factor, and leukocyte concentration
The growth factors amount is still worthy of further investigation and that a technique whereby the growth factor content could be rapidly assessed in PRP may be of therapeutic benefit. The platelet, and consequently the growth factor, availability also depends on the use of the harvesting kit.
Similar methods for platelet gel preparation revealed different performances concerning growth factor recovery and the kinetics of its release from the gel. It is unclear whether these noticeable differences are important for clinical management.
Further features of PRP is amount of blood that is needed. In fact, it is often considered that the lowest draw of blood is actually more beneficial for treatment, as well as a shorter time of centrifugation, which maintains the platelet’s integrity and practicality.
The physiological pH means that when the PRP is injected, cellular integrity is further maintained, and the patient will experience only a minimal sensation of pain. It is also important to be wary of potential contamination and the resulting purity of the final PRP product.
The purity of the final PRP product matters. When high numbers of red blood cells are present in the final PRP formulation, the erythrocytes present will induce the oxidization of extracellular hemoglobin, thus releasing heme (the deep red, non-protein, ferrous component of haemoglobin, C34H32FeN4O4) and reactive ferric
oxide. Free radicals are generated, which lead to inflammation, vascular injury, and cell death; additionally, free heme can lead to haemosiderin staining from iron oxide.
Some authors do not highlight the controversial issue of whether high or low concentrations of white blood cells in the final PRP are desirable or not. If high numbers of white blood cells are present in PRP, leukocytes will also be present, which release matrix metallo-proteinases (MMPs) and produce oxygen radicals/cytokines (catabolic or inflammatory). Thrombin also significantly increases leukocyte IL-1β production18, which can lead to tissue damage, inflammation, and impaired healing as well as localized pain. As a result, it is desirable to have low volumes of white and red blood cells in the final PRP product, as well as low and consistent rates of platelets, to ensure PRP quality.
Liquid PRP can be used to inject into the dermis but for wound healing, PRP gel or a fine delicate membrane is also very important to put on the wound to accelerate healing.
PRP stimulates the follicular cells of the transplanted or non-transplanted hair in the affected region.
PDGF (Platelet Derived Growth Factor): PDGF signals are involved in both epidermis-follicle interaction & the dermal mesenchymal interaction required for hair canal formation and the growth of dermal mesenchyme.
VEGF (Vescular Endothelial Growth Factor): VEGF is a major mediator of hair follicle growth and cycling. VEDGF improves follicles revascularization that promotes hair growth and increases follicle and hair size.
Epidermal Growth Factor (EGF), Fibroblast Growth Factor (FGF) & Transforming Growth Factor-Beta (TGF-beta) provides necessary input in terms of fibrin & elastin protein which are required for hair growth.