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    Exploring Mesenchymal Stem Cells Versus Minoxidil for Androgenic Alopecia Treatment: A Detailed Animal-Based Histological and Morphometric Study

    November 2024 in “ Cells Tissues Organs ”
    Sherif A. Kamar, Khaled Hamdy, Nagwa El‐Nefiawy … Marwa A. Fetouh
    Studysummary This study found that human umbilical cord blood-derived mesenchymal stem cells (HUCB-MSCs) improved hair growth and follicle structure in male rats with androgenic alopecia, achieving better results and longer-lasting effects compared to minoxidil treatment, with no observed side effects.
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