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Current therapies, such as minoxidil, finasteride, and hair transplantation, show variable efficacy and may be associated with adverse effects. Platelet\u2010rich plasma (PRP), an autologous preparation enriched with platelets and growth factors, has recently gained attention as a regenerative option for hair restoration.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Objective<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>This review summarizes advances in PRP therapy for AGA, focusing on preparation techniques, mechanisms of action, clinical efficacy, and safety, and provides recommendations for protocol optimization and future research.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>A systematic search of PubMed, Web of Science, Embase, Cochrane Library, and CNKI was conducted for studies published between 2000 and 2025. Eligible articles included randomized controlled trials, cohort studies, case\u2013control studies, and meta\u2010analyses evaluating PRP preparation methods or therapeutic outcomes. Study quality was appraised using the Cochrane Risk of Bias, ROBINS\u2010I, and GRADE frameworks.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>PRP promotes follicular regeneration through angiogenesis and activation of Wnt\/\u03b2\u2010catenin, MAPK, Akt\/ERK, and Notch signaling pathways. Clinical trials demonstrate improved hair density, thickness, and patient satisfaction, particularly when PRP is combined with minoxidil, microneedling, or laser therapy. Reported adverse events are mild and transient, such as localized pain or erythema. 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