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May 2023 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” In this retrospective study, the authors explored the use of minoxidil and vitamin E for treating nail growth disorders, but no specific outcomes or results are reported in the abstract.
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October 2017 in “Pediatric neurology” This case report suggests that poor hair and nail growth in children with autism spectrum disorder and developmental delay may indicate a biotin-responsive condition, as biotin and acetazolamide therapy improved symptoms and school performance in the reported patient.
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February 2007 in “European journal of cancer” This review discusses the classification, pathogenesis, and management of skin, hair, nail, and mucosal changes due to EGFR inhibitors, emphasizing the importance of informing patients to improve therapy compliance.
This systematic review found that topical minoxidil significantly increases nail growth in healthy individuals and patients with nail disorders, showing a promising mean increase in growth rate and clinical response compared to controls, without serious adverse effects reported.
This systematic review found that topical minoxidil may safely enhance nail growth, with significant increases observed in healthy individuals and those with nail disorders, although larger trials are necessary to confirm its long-term efficacy.