74 citations
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August 2023 in “Frontiers in Immunology” In this review, the authors explored the diverse roles of fibroblasts in wound healing, suggesting that understanding their complexity could lead to better insights into wound pathologies and the development of new treatments.
72 citations
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March 2013 in “Primates” In this study, the isotopic fractionation between tissues and diets of captive Japanese macaques was quantified, particularly noting hair's response to diet changes in controlled conditions, but these findings underscore the complexity of reconstructing long-term dietary history.
49 citations
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August 2022 in “Materials Today Bio” This review discusses 3D bioprinting methods for urological diseases, noting its potential to create functional organs for transplantation despite challenges in replicating organ complexity and material limitations.
49 citations
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May 2021 in “Medicine” Understanding skin, hair, and nails is crucial due to their complexity and impact on health.
46 citations
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October 2023 in “Science Advances” In this study, researchers used 3D bioprinting to successfully create engineered skin tissues with hair follicle-like structures, potentially enhancing skin grafts and safety testing for chemical compounds by more closely mimicking natural skin complexity.
39 citations
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March 2022 in “Nature Protocols” This study describes a protocol for generating hair-bearing skin organoids from human pluripotent stem cells, achieving full complexity resembling fetal skin tissue by day 130 in vitro.
37 citations
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August 2020 in “BMC Genomics” This study found that while genetic variants contribute minimally to predicting hair greying in a Polish population, age remains the primary predictor, underscoring the complexity of hair greying as a genetic trait.
32 citations
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March 1988 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This review discusses current concepts on the role of retinoids in keratinization and does not report new clinical results; the authors emphasize the complexity of retinoid effects on skin.
24 citations
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December 2023 in “Gels” In this study, researchers reviewed the progress and challenges in using hydrogels for 3D printing in biomedical applications, highlighting advancements in structural complexity, and identifying ongoing issues like resolution improvement, cell viability, and ethical concerns for clinical use.
18 citations
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January 1999 in “CNS Drugs” This review discusses challenges in managing cutaneous drug reactions to anticonvulsants and reports no new clinical findings; the authors emphasize the complexity of discontinuing or rechallenging suspected agents.
17 citations
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August 2024 in “Discover Nano” This review summarizes that polyesters hold promise for vascular tissue engineering due to their mechanical properties and biodegradability, but optimizing their use in repairing damaged blood vessels remains challenging due to the complexity of vascular tissues.
13 citations
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March 2016 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology” This review of 1360 scalp biopsy specimens revealed that 12.5% of cases involved multifactorial alopecia, highlighting the diagnostic complexity of multiple forms of alopecia present in single biopsies.
6 citations
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April 2011 in “British journal of oral & maxillofacial surgery/British journal of oral and maxillofacial surgery” This study found that serum testosterone levels significantly increased during major head and neck surgeries in maxillofacial surgeons, influenced by factors like tumor size and procedural complexity.
5 citations
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September 2003 in “Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery” This article discusses the follicular-unit grafting technique for hair transplantation and reports no clinical results; the authors highlight its potential for achieving natural-appearing outcomes but note the procedure's complexity.
4 citations
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January 2011 This thesis explores the synthesis and antiproliferative properties of phenylpropanoid sucrose esters, noting the absence of synthetic methods for most of this compound class due to their structural complexity.
2 citations
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February 2021 in “Endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism case reports” This case report describes a 15-year-old girl with severe hyperandrogenaemia linked to both an ovarian androgen-secreting tumor and HAIR-AN syndrome, highlighting the complexity of diagnosing polycystic ovarian syndrome.
2 citations
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May 2000 in “International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery” This review discusses various causes of hair loss, emphasizing androgenetic alopecia, and reports no new findings; the author highlights the complexity of hair transplantation consultations.
1 citations
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April 2020 in “Journal of Mind and Medical Sciences” This case report discusses a 56-year-old female patient with multiple risk factors, including diabetes mellitus and liver cirrhosis, who developed necrotizing fasciitis, emphasizing the complexity and high cost of treatment required.
1 citations
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January 2017 in “UKnowledge (University of Kentucky)” This study found that while dutasteride significantly altered pregnane metabolism in mares during late gestation, it did not impact pregnancy outcomes, highlighting the complexity of pregnane metabolism and the necessity of LC-MS/MS for accurate measurement.
1 citations
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May 2013 in “Oncology Times” This narrative review reflects on the challenges faced by FDA's Oncologic Drugs Advisory Committee members, highlighting public pressure, decision-making complexity, and the evolving landscape of cancer drug development.
May 2026 in “Premier journal of science.” This review examines androgenetic alopecia, detailing its causes and current treatments, but reports no new clinical results; the authors emphasize understanding its complexity for personalized therapy development.
April 2026 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” This study described the population-level incidence of erectile dysfunction in men using finasteride for androgenetic alopecia, finding a varied risk that highlights the complexity of interpreting sexual side effects.
In this case study, a 38-year-old woman with monilethrix, a hair shaft disorder causing hair fragility, was also diagnosed with androgenetic alopecia, leading the authors to emphasize the complexity in diagnosing and managing such combined hair conditions.
February 2026 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This study highlights how combining genetic and environmental risk assessments could advance early screening and personalized prevention for vitiligo, given its genetic complexity and environmental interactions.
January 2026 in “Advances in health and disease” This collection of research papers details a range of health topics, including iodine's essential role across biological kingdoms, holistic health factors, advances in pediatric practice, the complexity of sinus septa in medical procedures, and innovative delivery methods for treating hair loss with nanostructured lipid carriers.
July 2025 in “The Journal of Physiology” This study by Moore et al. (2025) provides the first evidence linking C-tactile afferents in humans to hair follicles, showing that these nerve fibers respond to hair movement rather than skin deformation, adding complexity to the understanding of their role in emotion and touch.
December 2024 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” This study found that monotherapy and topical medications are primarily used to treat pediatric skin diseases, with a variety of drugs prescribed indicating the complexity of these conditions.
November 2024 in “Revista fisio&terapia.” This literature review found that among therapies for Alopecia Areata, Janus kinase inhibitors are particularly promising despite safety challenges, while newer approaches like stem cells face cost and complexity issues; a comprehensive approach integrating medical and emotional support was emphasized for improving patient outcomes.
October 2024 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” In this case report, a rare association between Cushing's syndrome caused by ectopic ACTH from cervical cancer is documented, highlighting the diagnostic challenges, treatment complexity, and high morbidity and mortality, with the patient succumbing to septic shock post-surgery.
October 2024 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” This study highlights a rare case of vitamin D-dependent rickets type 2A caused by a heterozygous mutation in the vitamin D receptor gene, emphasizing the complexity of managing this condition with high-dose calcium and vitamin D therapy.