Hematological And Hepatic Effects Of Vascular Epidermal Growth Factor (VEGF) Used To Stimulate Hair Growth In An Animal Model

    October 2013 in “ BMC dermatology ”
    Laís Angelo Gnann, R. F. Castro, Ligia Ajaime Azzalis … Fernando Luiz Affonso Fonseca
    Studysummary In this animal study, topical VEGF gel increased hair growth and thickness in Mesocricetus auratus, although it was not completely inert, highlighting the need for further toxicity confirmation.
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