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December 2002 in “The Lancet” In this study, single fibrinogen/LDL apheresis showed a significant improvement in speech perception for patients with plasma fibrinogen concentrations over 295 mg/dL compared to standard treatment for sudden sensorineural hearing loss.
August 2024 in “Skin Research and Technology” This study found that omega-6 and certain LDL cholesterol fractions are risk factors for androgenetic alopecia, suggesting a causal link between these lipid-related metabolites and the condition, which could inform future therapeutic approaches.
June 2025 in “Skin Research and Technology” The study's findings on omega-6 and hair loss are unreliable.
This study undertook a retrospective chart review to examine the link between the severity of female pattern hair loss and abnormal cholesterol levels in patients from a specialty alopecia clinic, but results are not reported.
October 2002 in “Atherosclerosis Supplements” LDL apheresis lowers inflammation and cardiovascular risk by reducing CRP levels long-term.