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July 2023 in “Colloids and surfaces. B, Biointerfaces” This study explores novel alopecia treatments targeting lactate dehydrogenase pathways and improving drug delivery through technologies like phototherapy and soluble microneedles, though practical application challenges remain, necessitating further research for clinical use.
February 2026 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” This review discusses the current evidence on platelet-rich plasma therapy's biological mechanisms and clinical applications, highlighting its promise in regenerative medicine and the challenges to its integration in nursing practice.
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October 2012 in “InTech eBooks” Nanocarriers could improve how drugs are delivered through the skin but require more research to overcome challenges and ensure safety.
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August 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” In this study, topical nitroglycerine spray successfully prevented impending necrosis in 94% of hair transplant cases showing signs of vascular distress.
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August 2011 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This study found that PRP combined with dalteparin and protamine microparticles may enhance hair growth by increasing hair thickness compared to PRP alone.
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December 2024 in “Nano Research” In a study on diabetic mice, researchers developed a protein-based hydrogel that leverages zinc ions and the natural compound phellopterin to promote cutaneous nerve regeneration, angiogenesis, and tissue remodeling in diabetic wounds, highlighting its potential for advanced wound therapy.
November 2024 in “Nanomaterials” This study formulated and characterized a dutasteride-loaded nanocrystalline suspension for long-acting parenteral delivery, finding that it provided sustained drug release in rats with a significant reduction in local inflammation over 28 days following intramuscular injection.
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February 2023 in “Deleted Journal” This study found that Diphenylcyclopropenone (DCP) was effective for treating extensive alopecia areata in Thai patients, although a high relapse rate suggests maintenance therapy might be necessary.
11 citations
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December 2013 in “Clinical and experimental dermatology” This study reports a case of a child with congenital skin fragility, alopecia, and cardiomyopathy due to compound heterozygous mutations in the DSP gene causing desmoplakin deficiency.
May 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” In this study, researchers found that topical application of the diabetes medication Sitagliptin in mice accelerates hair follicle regeneration and reduces fibrosis, suggesting it could be repurposed to treat hair loss conditions like alopecia.
November 2010 in “International Journal of Developmental Neuroscience”
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January 2018 in “Urology & Nephrology Open Access Journal” This case report details an instance of acute kidney injury following the inhalation of hair dye during a hairstyle session.
149 citations
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July 2014 in “Cold Spring Harbor Perspectives in Medicine” This article provides contact information for Bruce A. Morgan and features no new research findings.
January 2026 in “RSC Advances” This study found that the natural polymer-based hydrogel Gel/SA@PL released growth factors in a controlled way, which enhanced tissue regeneration and minimized scarring in the healing of diabetic wounds.
13 citations
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November 2021 in “Frontiers in Molecular Biosciences” This review discusses the mechanisms of platinum-induced peripheral neuropathy related to reactive oxygen species and explores potential antioxidant therapies and nanotechnology approaches, but reports no new clinical results.
44 citations
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June 2009 in “Biomaterials” In this study, fibronectin coating on a low-adhesive substratum increased cell aggregation, growth, and motility, enhancing the formation of hair follicle dermal papilla spheroids.
3 citations
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September 1980 in “Experientia” In this study, the pharmacological action of dobutamine on rabbit retinae was found to be distinct from that of other dopamine analogs like apomorphine and N-methyl-dopamine.
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April 2000 in “Contact dermatitis” In this report, a 19-year-old Japanese man experienced severe and prolonged urticarial reactions following treatment with diphenylcyclopropenone for alopecia universalis, emphasizing the need for caution with potent sensitizers.
18 citations
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January 2018 in “International journal of medical sciences” This study found that non-thermal plasma treatment increased epidermal thickness and dermal collagen density in mouse skin tissue without causing damage, potentially promoting growth factors and tissue remodeling.
February 2016 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” This study found that freeze-dried finasteride nanoparticles significantly improved the dissolution rate and pharmacokinetic parameters compared to pure drug formulations, suggesting enhanced stability and solubility for poorly water-soluble drugs.
91 citations
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August 2024 in “Acta Pharmaceutica Sinica B” This review explores how microneedles can improve the delivery of dermatological treatments by bypassing the skin's outer barrier, discussing their potential use in managing skin diseases, cosmetic applications, and challenges related to clinical adoption.
April 2026 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” This study suggests that nanotechnology-based drug delivery systems can improve the targeted, sustained delivery and stability of dermatological treatments, potentially leading to better outcomes and reduced side effects for various aesthetic skin conditions, though further clinical trials are needed to confirm these benefits.
January 1994 in “Toxicological Sciences” This study found that chronic high dosages of 2-(difluoromethyl)-dl-ornithine caused various toxicities in rats and dogs, with some effects potentially minimized at lower dosages.
2 citations
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October 2002 in “American Journal of Nursing” This article provides contact details and affiliations for Amy M. Karch and Fred E. Karch; it presents no new research findings.
June 2026 in “ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces” In this study, carbon dots derived from dandelion herb demonstrated significant antibacterial and biofilm-disrupting capabilities, promoting wound healing in a mouse model infected with S. aureus, while also showing excellent biocompatibility and the ability to modulate reactive oxygen species.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” In this study, the authors identified a role for hair follicles in regulating the formation and sympathetic innervation of arrector pili muscles, influencing hair follicle stem cell activity and potentially explaining hair loss associated with beta-blockers and androgenic alopecia.
July 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” A single medium, PRIME AIRLIFT, supports better human hair follicle formation in grafts.
61 citations
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April 2021 in “Regenerative Biomaterials” In this mouse study, researchers reported that a 3D bioprinted hydrogel scaffold containing adipose-derived mesenchymal stem cells and nitric oxide enhanced burn wound healing by promoting neovascularization through the VEGF signaling pathway.
January 2026 in “European Journal of Therapeutics” In this study, researchers reported that applying topical 7.5% dapsone led to a significant decline in lichen planopilaris activity within a month and a sustained two-year remission in a patient intolerant to other treatments, suggesting dapsone as a promising alternative for managing this condition.
5 citations
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March 2016 in “Drug Development and Industrial Pharmacy” This article reviews the promising ease of drug administration via transdermal and other topical routes, highlighting their potential for high patient compliance and reduced side effects but provides no new clinical results.