Mesenchymal Stem Cell Exosome Therapy for Acquired Trichorrhexis Nodosa: A Case Series

    November 2024 in “ Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology ”
    X. Chen, Jing Pang, Jianke Li … Guoyan Liu
    Studysummary In this case series, mesenchymal stem cell exosomes were reported to improve hair length, density, pigmentation, and cuticle layer recovery in three patients with acquired trichorrhexis nodosa, suggesting potential as a therapeutic approach for this hair condition.
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