This study suggests that topical application of a hydrogel containing magnetized saline water may promote wound healing in stage 2-3 pressure ulcers in elderly patients by stimulating autophagy, based on observed clinical improvements in a case series.
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December 2012 in “Current opinion in cell biology” This review discusses the recent advancements in understanding how keratins influence cytoarchitecture, cell dynamics, and disease processes but reports no new clinical results; the authors highlight its roles in development and diseases like cancer.
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January 2008 in “Cold Spring Harbor Symposia on Quantitative Biology” This article reviews recent advancements in understanding skin stem cells and their roles in maintaining epidermal homeostasis and repairing wounds, without presenting new experimental findings.
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October 2008 in “PubMed” This review highlights advancements in skin tissue engineering in China over the past 20 years and reports no new clinical findings, noting future potential for artificial skin in burn treatment.
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February 2012 in “Journal of Clinical Investigation” This review discusses advancements in understanding the biology and pathology of the epidermis and hair follicles, reporting no new clinical results but highlighting the synergy between research and dermatologic patient care.