14 citations
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March 2014 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This study found that androgenetic alopecia in asymptomatic young men was associated with increased arterial stiffness, as measured by the cardio-ankle vascular index.
18 citations
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February 2014 in “PubMed” This article reviews current diagnostic and treatment approaches for androgenetic alopecia but reports no new results, focusing on its progression and medical management options.
20 citations
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January 2014 in “International Journal of Trichology” This study found that early onset androgenetic alopecia in young Asian Indian Gujarati men is independently associated with an increased risk of coronary artery disease.
38 citations
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February 2009 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This study found that patients with severe vertex pattern androgenetic alopecia had significantly higher carotid intima-media thickness, suggesting an increased risk of subclinical atherosclerosis compared to other alopecia patterns and healthy controls.
112 citations
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October 2005 in “Mayo Clinic Proceedings” This article reviews the clinical, psychological, and management aspects of androgenetic alopecia in men, stating that it can be effectively managed by generalist clinicians with pharmacotherapy and surgical advancements.
50 citations
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July 2001 in “PubMed” This study suggests a potential link between early-onset baldness before age 30 and increased risk for coronary artery disease, warranting consideration in epidemiological research.
5 citations
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July 2000 in “Southern Medical Journal” This review discusses available treatments for androgenetic alopecia in men, like finasteride and 5% minoxidil, and notes that hair growth results are unpredictable and often driven by industry-sponsored studies.
22 citations
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May 2000 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” This review discusses treatment options for androgenetic alopecia in men and women, highlighting minoxidil and finasteride, without presenting new clinical findings.