2 citations
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February 2021 in “European Journal of Plastic Surgery”
This study found that the Fibonacci 'snail' flap for scalp defect reconstruction healed faster and resulted in better aesthetic outcomes than skin grafts, though not all complication rate differences were statistically significant.
In this retrospective analysis, researchers evaluated 54 patients undergoing soft tissue reconstruction for scalp and forehead defects and reported excellent aesthetic outcomes with localflaps for defects up to 50 cm², while larger defects typically required additional skin grafting.
19 citations
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February 2008 in “Facial Plastic Surgery”
This article reviews various reconstructive surgery techniques for scalp wounds and emphasizes factors affecting aesthetic outcomes, but it presents no new clinical findings.
17 citations
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May 2013 in “Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics of North America”
This article reviews the complex challenges of managing scalp and cranial deformities post-trauma or surgery, advocating for better multidisciplinary approaches to enhance outcomes, but reports no new results.
Donald Trump reportedly took a $70,000 tax deduction for hair styling, possibly for a high-end wig or hair system. He also had a scalp reduction procedure and takes finasteride.
New hair loss treatments include Breezula, PP405, ET-02, KX-826, GT20029, VDPHL01, and CosmeRNA, with some showing promise in reactivating stem cells and reversing greying. Breezula and VDPHL01 are highlighted as potential add-ons or alternatives to current treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.
A user in their early twenties shared progress after 1 year and 3 months on 1mg daily oral finasteride, reporting no side effects and improvements despite initial shedding. They emphasized the importance of early intervention and noted that results come in waves, with shedding followed by regrowth.
PP405 and ABS-201 are promising treatments for male pattern baldness. PP405 shows rapid hair growth in human trials, while ABS-201 shows significant regrowth in animal studies but is still in early human trials.
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride may be more effective for hair regrowth due to dutasteride's stronger enzyme inhibition, but combining both drugs could enhance results. Some users report better outcomes with dutasteride, while others recommend a gradual transition to prevent potential hair loss.