15-Hydroxyprostaglandin Dehydrogenase Inhibitor Restores Endothelial Function Under Dihydrotestosterone-Induced Stress in Human Dermal Microvascular Endothelial Cells

    December 2025 in “ Molecules ”
    Mujun Kim, Hak Joong Kim, Yurim Lee … Dong Wook Shin
    Studysummary This study found that the 15-PGDH inhibitor DPP improved endothelial function in hair-related cells exposed to DHT by reducing oxidative stress and enhancing angiogenic capacity.
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