This study describes a system called FOLLYSIS©, which uses mathematics and image analysis to optimize Follicular Unit Extraction hair transplants, showing high accuracy in measuring donor area density and reducing donor site injury.
2 citations
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March 2024 in “Pharmaceutics” This study demonstrated that while the proposed placebo microneedle stamp design was partially successful in blinding participants with low skin sensitivity, further development of suitable placebo controls is needed.
22 citations
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January 2015 in “Actas dermo-sifiliográficas/Actas dermo-sifiliográficas” This review discusses the increased use of platelet-rich plasma in dermatology for conditions like skin ulcers and alopecia but reports no new clinical results, emphasizing the need for more scientific evidence to support its benefits.
13 citations
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January 2012 in “Case reports in dermatological medicine” An 84-year-old man got a rare scalp condition from using imiquimod cream, which was cured with systemic steroids.
3 citations
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September 2013 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This study suggests that using ex vivo dermatoscopy can improve the accuracy of scalp biopsy processing by correctly guiding tissue bisection and potentially reducing laboratory costs and turnaround time.
January 2025 in “Journal of Materials Chemistry B” A new treatment using special microneedles and a nitric oxide-releasing drug could improve hair growth and be more convenient for people with hair loss.
45 citations
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August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” This article reviews factors affecting follicular unit extraction, emphasizing the need to tailor procedures to individual patient characteristics, but reports no new experimental findings.
May 2023 in “Stem cell research & therapy” This study describes a novel method using force-triggered density gradient sedimentation for efficiently isolating dermal papilla cells from neonatal mouse skin, showing promise for hair follicle regeneration research.
4 citations
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May 2013 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Three new techniques simplify and improve the preparation of tissue samples for skin cancer surgery.
27 citations
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March 2006 in “Dermatologic surgery” This review discusses the widespread acceptance of micropigmentation for cosmetic purposes and its various medical applications, but reports no new clinical findings.
April 2018 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This overview highlights the Dermatologic Surgery journal's detailed coverage of cosmetic and reconstructive skin surgery, but it reports no new research findings.
The document corrects a mistake by stating that pimecrolimus, not tacrolimus, is the drug that concentrates in the skin.
January 2025 in “Dermatology Research and Practice” In this research, RNA expression analysis of scalp biopsies from lichen planopilaris patients revealed changes in specific genes after treatments with hydroxychloroquine, narrow band UVB, or low level laser light therapy, suggesting potential biomarkers and implicating M2 macrophages in the disease's immunopathogenesis.
27 citations
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July 2020 in “Stem Cells International” This study observed that while PRP therapy increased inflammation and fibrosis in photoaged skin, ADSCs therapy showed promising antiaging effects by promoting elastin and fibrillin formation and remodeling the dermis.
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June 2006 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that photoepilation in mice may disrupt normal dermal wound healing and increase the risk of hypertrophic scars or keloids.
October 2022 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” This study found that micro-needling with triamcinolone acetonide led to the best treatment outcomes for alopecia areata compared to other methods of trans-epidermal drug delivery.
12 citations
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June 2019 in “Clinics in dermatology” This review highlights the use of platelet-rich plasma in dermatology for skin and hair treatments but reports no new clinical results, emphasizing the need for larger studies to validate its effectiveness.
3 citations
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July 2024 in “Annals of Biomedical Engineering” This study found that multiphoton microscopy imaging allows for detailed observation and quantitative analysis of collagen alterations in the progression of endometrial cancer, potentially offering a faster, more accurate method for early diagnosis compared to current protocols.
May 2014 in “Transfusion and Apheresis Science” PRP is a safe natural treatment that improves skin by reducing wrinkles and enhancing texture for up to 4 months.
January 2020 in “Journal of Womens Health, Issues and Care” This review discusses scalp micropigmentation (SMP) for camouflaging baldness and reports no new clinical results; it aims to highlight SMP's cosmetic benefits and practical advantages over surgical hair transplantation.
3 citations
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August 2020 in “PubMed” This review discusses the potential efficacy and applications of platelet-rich plasma in dermatology, highlighting its use in various skin conditions but reporting no new clinical results; the authors call for standardization of preparation and treatment methods.
2 citations
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July 2025 in “Drug development & registration” This study developed and tested a new algorithm for analyzing coat and skin coloration in laboratory animals, using digital images and hierarchical color clustering, which effectively quantified color proportions and tracked changes over time without specialized software.
July 2018 in “Plastic and Aesthetic Nursing” This research abstract provides information about the publisher, Wolters Kluwer Health, and the journal's subscription services, but it doesn’t describe a specific study or research findings. Results are not reported.
January 2014 in “Plastic Surgery” In this study, the authors describe a new technique using the Ventralex hernia patch for simultaneous umbilical hernia repair during abdominoplasty, observing its application in 11 female patients.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that long-term imiquimod treatment on mice intensified skin inflammation early on, but topical corticosteroids significantly reduced skin infiltration and inflammatory cytokines after initial inflammation subsided.
September 2025 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” This study describes how comparing the visual characteristics of dermatological conditions to baked goods can aid in memorization and understanding, providing memorable analogies for both diagnosis and patient education.
16 citations
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October 2013 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” In this case report, an elderly woman with erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp showed complete closure of eroded areas after treatment with prednisone and topical tacrolimus, resulting in stable scarring alopecia.
5 citations
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September 2015 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This letter highlights that the effectiveness of skin self-photography for melanoma detection has not been evaluated, although it could be a cost-effective option for patients without access to professional skin photography.
22 citations
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November 2018 in “Brazilian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” This review discusses iontophoresis, low-frequency ultrasound, and microneedles for enhancing topical drug delivery in dermatological treatments and reports no clinical results; it emphasizes their mechanisms and potential uses.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” In this study, the KPAI and KP-IGA scoring systems for assessing keratosis pilaris showed excellent interrater and intrarater reliability, offering standardized measures for clinical and research use.