43 citations,
July 2019 in “Stem Cells International” Advancements in creating skin grafts with biomaterials and stem cells are promising, but more research is needed for clinical application.
43 citations,
July 2014 in “Experimental Dermatology” Hair follicles can help wounds heal faster and this knowledge could be used to treat chronic skin ulcers, with a potential use of a special stem cell hydrogel to enhance healing.
29 citations,
December 2012 in “Fibrogenesis & Tissue Repair” Adult stem cells are important for tissue repair and have therapeutic potential, but more research is needed to fully use them.
12 citations,
April 2015 in “InTech eBooks” Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) shows promise for tissue repair and immune response, but more research is needed to fully understand it and optimize its use.
10 citations,
October 2010 in “Hepatology” Certain liver diseases respond well to specific treatments and have varying risks for liver cancer.
6 citations,
June 2017 in “Actas dermo-sifiliográficas/Actas dermo-sifiliográficas” Transplanting hair follicles into chronic ulcers helps them heal better.
4 citations,
November 2014 The skin protects the body, regulates temperature, senses touch, and makes vitamin D.
4 citations,
November 2011 in “Archives of Dermatology” Hamilton scale imprecise, hair shaft diameter decreases, stem cell transplant regrows hair, ECP ineffective for alopecia areata universalis.
3 citations,
September 2018 in “Journal of Biomaterials Science, Polymer Edition” Different materials affect the growth of brain cells and fibroblasts, with matrigel being best for brain cell growth.
2 citations,
June 2019 in “Operative Techniques in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery” The pedicled temporoparietal fascial flap is a reliable and versatile option for reconstructive surgery in the head and neck area.
1 citations,
November 2002 in “Neurosurgery Clinics of North America” The article concludes that cranial reconstruction should aim for the best aesthetic result, using various techniques tailored to individual needs and conditions.
January 2019 in “Springer eBooks” Platelet-rich plasma therapy may have benefits and is generally safe, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness and safety.
133 citations,
July 2020 in “Cells” Creating fully functional artificial skin for chronic wounds is still very challenging.
61 citations,
September 2010 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Stress hormones and autoimmune reactions can cause hair loss.
129 citations,
July 2019 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” Epidermal stem cells help heal severe skin wounds and have potential for medical treatments.
79 citations,
January 2018 in “Wiley Interdisciplinary Reviews-Developmental Biology” Understanding how baby skin heals without scars could help develop treatments for adults to heal wounds without leaving scars.
72 citations,
November 2017 in “Journal of developmental biology” The Hedgehog signaling pathway is important for skin and hair growth and can lead to cancer if it doesn't work right.
51 citations,
December 2017 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” Stress may trigger hair loss by affecting immune protection in hair follicles.
45 citations,
April 2019 in “International Immunology” The study concluded that immune cells attacking hair follicles cause hair loss in alopecia, with genetics and environment also playing a role, and highlighted the potential of certain treatments.
33 citations,
January 2001 in “Critical care clinics” Dietary lipids affect inflammation and are crucial for normal cell function and immune health.
27 citations,
December 2002 in “Journal of dermatological science” Merkel cells and Langerhans cells in hair follicles are closely connected and may interact.
22 citations,
December 2013 in “Stem cells and development” Horse skin stem cells combined with platelet-rich plasma improve skin healing.
13 citations,
November 2022 in “Chemical Science” Inorganic-based biomaterials can quickly stop bleeding and help wounds heal, but they may cause issues like sharp ion release and pH changes.
5 citations,
September 2012 in “Dermatology Online Journal” Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) hair transplant is less invasive, leaves no scars, and has quicker recovery times, but it's more time-consuming and challenging. Automation helps speed up the process and improve graft survival, reducing the need for traditional strip surgery.
2 citations,
February 2024 in “Pharmaceutics” Chitosan scaffolds with silver nanoparticles effectively treat infected wounds and promote faster healing.
April 2024 in “Journal of burn care & research” Surgery for burn scar alopecia often involves multiple procedures, and treatment options should be more accessible to improve self-image.
January 2019 in “Springer eBooks” Combination therapies might work better for some vitiligo patients, but results vary.
February 2021 in “Revue médicale de Liège” Platelet-rich plasma injections are a promising new treatment for hair loss, showing initial positive results.
April 1981 in “Postgraduate Medicine” In 1981, the punch graft technique was the main method for hair transplantation, and medical treatments for baldness were not very effective.
3 citations,
August 2011 in “InTech eBooks” The document concludes that skin grafts are essential for repairing tissue loss, with various types available and ongoing research into substitutes to improve outcomes and reduce donor site issues.