Saravut Ruangprapavut. The clinical efficacy of topical platelet-rich plasma with fractional radiofrequency microneedle treatment for atrophic acne scar. Master's Degree(Dermatology). Mae Fah Luang University . : Mae Fah Luang University , 2017.
The clinical efficacy of topical platelet-rich plasma with fractional radiofrequency microneedle treatment for atrophic acne scar
Clinical efficacy of topical platelet-rich plasma with fractional radiofrequency microneedle treatment for atrophic acne scar
Abstract:
BACKGROUND: Acne scarring is a frequent complication of acne vulgaris. Recently, a novel fractional radiofrequency microneedle system has been introduced for the purpose of treating acne scars. Additionally, Platelet-rich plasma has potential benefits in treatment of acne scars. For this research, we evaluated efficacy and safety of the combination technique for acne scars treatment.
OBJECTIVE: To study about efficacy and other effects of the combination treatments on atrophic acne scars.
MATERIALS AND METHODS: It is experimental study. 19 participants with atrophic acne scars age between 18 45 years old were enrolled then treated with fractional radiofrequency microneedle (FRM) and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) at week 0, 4th and 8th. After that, volunteers were followed up at week 4th and 8th. Clinical outcome which took by VISIA® complexion analysis was evaluated by 2 independent physicians before and after each treatment and also skin elasticity was evaluated by Cutometer® MPA 580. Moreover, Sebum production was evaluated by Sebumeter® SM815. Finally, volunteers satisfaction was evaluated by questionnaire after the last follow-up. Adverse reactions were also recorded.
RESULTS: 19 participants were enrolled. 1 patient was drop out at the second treatment (4th week), and 18 participants were evaluated. Acne grading between baseline and follow-up both times time were statistically different with p<0.001. Moreover, There were significant difference of improvement score at week 4th and 8th follow-ups (p=0.002). There were statistical significance (p=0.014) had increase elasticity at 8th week follow-ups. For sebum production, there were statistical significance (p=0.043) had decrease sebum production at 8th week follow-ups. At the last time follow-up, participants had most scores for improvement of acne scar as satisfied (38.89%).
CONCLUSION: Combination of FRM and PRP treatment can be effective treatments for atrophic acne scars. Cutometer found more elasticity at 2 month follow-up. Sebumeter found less sebum production at 2 month follow-up. Longer follow-ups for next studies should be done for acne scar treatment.
The author has indicated no interest with commercial supporters.