Adipose-derived SVF for Treatment of Alopecia



Status:Completed
Conditions:Dermatology, Dermatology
Therapuetic Areas:Dermatology / Plastic Surgery
Healthy:No
Age Range:18 - 60
Updated:3/23/2019
Start Date:July 20, 2016
End Date:January 22, 2017

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Adipose-derived Stromal Vascular Fraction (SVF) Injections to Stimulate Hair Regrowth for Androgenetic Alopecia

The general objective of this study is to conduct a safety and feasibility study of a single
injection of autologous adipose-derived SVF for the treatment of alopecia.


Inclusion Criteria:

1. Males and females 18 - 60 years of age and older that have been diagnosed with
androgenetic alopecia.

2. Subjects will be in good health (ASA Class I-II) with a BMI < 35. Must have at least a
2cm x 2cm spot on the scalp which shows evidence of alopecia without scarring or
traumatic injury

3. Able and willing to make the required study visits.

4. Able and willing to give consent and follow study instructions.

5. Must speak, read and understand English

Exclusion Criteria:

1. History of bleeding disorders, anticoagulation therapy that cannot be stopped 14 days
prior to injection

2. Allergic to lidocaine, epinephrine, valium or sodium phosphate

3. Individuals with a propensity for keloids

4. Individuals with diminished decision-making capacity will not be included in this
research study

5. Current use of anti-inflammatory or anticoagulation medications that affect bleeding
or are for bleeding disorders. These include: Plavix, Warfarin (Coumadin, Jantoven,
Marfarin). In addition, if any of the following medicines are used two (2) weeks prior
to surgery the patient will be ineligible.

6. Use of concomitant treatments, including topical medications, oral medications,
meso-therapy, non-ablative fractional laser treatment, low-level laser therapy,
interfollicular PRP injection and hair transplantation within the preceding 6 months.

7. All smokers and other tobacco users.
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San Antonio, Texas 78240
Principal Investigator: Jaime Garza, MD
Phone: 210-616-0301
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