Quality of Life in Men Treated for Androgenetic Alopecia via a Digital Healthcare Platform: A Retrospective Cohort Study

    June 2026 in “ Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology ”
    Ângela Cristine Bersch-Ferreira, Daniel Reisel, Ashley K. Clift … Gabriel Guimaraes
    Studysummary In this study, digital treatment for androgenetic alopecia over six months led to significant improvements in quality of life among Brazilian men, particularly for those with consistent program adherence, although the absence of an in-person comparator limits causal conclusions.
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