December 2006 in “Belarusian State Pedagogical University repository (Belarusian State Pedagogical University)” This article discusses the controversy surrounding artificial hair fibers in India, reporting no new results, and provides guidelines for dermatologists on their usage.
This article reviews the available data on artificial hair fibers, noting FDA bans and reported side effects, without presenting new research findings.
10 citations
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January 2010 in “International Journal of Trichology” This article reviews the use of artificial hair fibers, discussing their controversial history and the FDA ban, and reports no new research findings.
1 citations
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November 2024 in “Journal of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” This study highlights the historical and contemporary use of hair sutures in plastic surgery, noting their advantages such as favorable aesthetic outcomes, minimal tissue reaction, and cost-effectiveness, despite modern synthetic alternatives.
4 citations
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February 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study reported significant moderate-to-severe complications in two patients following synthetic hair fiber implantation, including recurrent infections, scalp issues, and granulomatous reactions, which were only resolved once the fibers were removed despite initial treatment attempts with antibiotics.
