Therapeutic Efficacy of a Plasma Rich in Growth Factors Gel Combined with Fractional Ablative Laser in the Management of Post-acne Scars.

BACKGROUND

Acne vulgaris is a common condition that often results in secondary cutaneous damage in the form of scarring. Scars require shape-specific scaffolds. Recently, a new 3D gel derived from plasma rich in growth factors technology (PRGF) has been developed with the aim of overcoming these limitations.

OBJECTIVE

The aim of this study was to preliminarily assess the clinical performance of the combination therapy with PRGF-gel (PG) and fractional ablative laser for post-acne scar amelioration.

MATERIALS AND

METHODS

Nine patients suffering from post-acne scars received a combination of PG and fractional ablative laser therapy. Macrophotographs were taken and patients completed a satisfaction survey. Images were also analyzed following the ECCA score. Clinicians were also asked to fulfill a clinical improvement score and any undesired side effects were recorded.

RESULTS

Patients were referred to be highly satisfied as an 8.7 ± 0.9 satisfaction score was achieved. Healthcare specialists objectivated that the scar reduction and overall skin quality at the end of the study had noticeably improved. The ECCA score showed a significant 55% of improvement compared with baseline. No major side effects were recorded, and the tolerance of the treatment was excellent.

CONCLUSION

The combined therapy with PG and fractional ablative laser might help in the management of post-acne scars and overall skin rejuvenation.