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Glossary Peroxisome Proliferator-Activated Receptors

regulate gene expression related to metabolism and inflammation

Peroxisome Proliferator-Activated Receptors (PPARs) are a group of nuclear receptor proteins that function as transcription factors regulating the expression of genes. They play crucial roles in the metabolism of fats and sugars, inflammation, and cell differentiation, making them significant in conditions like diabetes, obesity, and cardiovascular diseases.

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Lichen Planopilaris Treated With a Peroxisome Proliferator-Activated Receptor Gamma Agonist

research Lichen Planopilaris Treated With a Peroxisome Proliferator–Activated Receptor γ Agonist

105 citations , December 2009 in “Archives of dermatology”

This overview discusses primary cicatricial alopecias, focusing on lichen planopilaris, and highlights the challenges in treatment and the progressive nature of hair loss despite symptom management, without providing new clinical results.

Lichen Planopilaris Treated by the Peroxisome Proliferator-Activated Receptor-γ Agonist Pioglitazone: Lack of Lasting Improvement or Cure in the Majority of Patients

research Lichen planopilaris treated by the peroxisome proliferator activated receptor-γ agonist pioglitazone: Lack of lasting improvement or cure in the majority of patients

33 citations , October 2013 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

In this study, pioglitazone treatment in patients with lichen planopilaris showed limited success, with significant improvement seen in only a minority of cases.

research Peroxisome proliferator-activated receptors (PPARs) and PPAR agonists: the ‘future’ in dermatology therapeutics?

60 citations , May 2015 in “Archives of dermatological research”

This review discusses the role of peroxisome proliferator-activated receptors and their agonists in dermatology but reports no new clinical results.

research Peroxisome proliferator-activated receptors-mediated diabetic wound healing regulates endothelial cells’ mitochondrial function via sonic hedgehog signaling

5 citations , January 2025 in “Burns & Trauma”

This study suggests that activating the PPARs/SHH-mitochondrial axis may enhance diabetic wound healing by improving endothelial cell metabolism and angiogenesis, indicating potential for PPAR agonists in treating diabetic foot ulcers.

research Functions of peroxisome proliferator‐activated receptors (PPAR) in skin homeostasis

46 citations , November 2004 in “Lipids”

This study suggests PPAR isotypes play distinct roles in skin, influencing epidermal barrier formation, sebocyte differentiation, and lipid production, with potential implications for treating skin disorders.

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community You will lose hair if your prostaglandins aren't in balance

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Prostaglandin balance affects hair loss, particularly in conditions like Lichen Planopilaris, where an imbalance can lead to hair follicle damage. Treatments mentioned include prostaglandin analogs and Pioglitazone HCL, with a focus on maintaining prostaglandin equilibrium for potential hair regrowth.

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