October 2023 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature” Using both minoxidil and finasteride together on the scalp works better for male hair loss than using either one alone.
September 2023 in “Skin Research and Technology” This article presents a new method using dermoscopy to evaluate the severity and treatment effectiveness of androgenetic alopecia in men by capturing images of specific scalp regions.
January 2023 in “Cancer research, statistics, and treatment/Cancer research, statistics and treatment” This narrative from Vijaya, a breast cancer patient, shares her personal experience with diagnosis, treatment, and support, highlighting the importance of emotional resilience and support groups.
July 2022 in “American Journal of Kidney Diseases” This narrative describes a dialogue between a nephrologist and a patient about skin darkening during dialysis, highlighting cultural sensitivity and the importance of addressing cosmetic concerns in medical care.
July 2022 in “Bőrgyógyászati és Venerológiai Szemle” This review discusses recent advancements in mobile technology and artificial intelligence for dermatology, offering an overview of their current applications but reports no new clinical findings.
May 2022 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article outlines a 15-step process for safe and efficient follicular extraction using the follicular unit excision technique, but it reports no new clinical results.
January 2022 in “Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” The book is a detailed guide on facial cosmetic surgery techniques and advancements, useful for both trainees and specialists.
January 2022 in “European Proceedings of Life Sciences” This article discusses the genetic polymorphisms affecting the antioxidant system and suggests that personalized detoxification plans and nutrition may be beneficial for patients with chronic diseases, but it reports no new clinical findings.
June 2021 in “International Journal of Research in Medical Sciences & Technology” This article reviews various causes and treatments for alopecia, including nutritional deficiencies, stress, and hormonal changes, and reports no new clinical results.
September 2020 in “Journal of Education Health and Sport” This article reviews the challenges of managing chemotherapy's adverse effects and suggests that individualized, multidisciplinary treatment strategies are crucial to improving patient outcomes and life expectancy; it presents no new clinical results.
December 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” In this study, researchers developed an innovative training model using oranges to practice designing the scalp's parietal whorl for hair transplantation. They reported that a density of 40-50 follicular units per cm² achieved better results, aiding surgeons in improving their technique.
December 2019 in “Medicina estética” This review examines the role of dermatoscopy in cosmetic medicine and explores literature, training offerings, and practitioner utilization, but reports no new empirical findings.
December 2019 in “Medicina estética” This review examines the literature on dermatoscopy in aesthetic medicine, explores training supply and demand, and analyzes its adoption and use among professionals, without reporting new clinical findings.
The researchers developed a new follicular unit extraction system with adjustable needle lengths and precise rotation speed, which they report as being superior to existing systems for non-incisional hair transplants.
September 2018 in “Gynecology & Obstetrics” In a meta-analysis of 210 hair tourniquet syndrome cases, this study reported that 44.2% involved the penis, 40.4% the toes, and 8.6% fingers, highlighting the condition's potential severity and underreporting, especially in infants and some adults with cognitive impairments.
September 2018 in “Value in Health” In this study, medication errors were reported in 6.4% of hospitalized patients in a South Indian teaching hospital, with administration errors being the most common type, and various systemic factors like workload and communication identified as significant contributors.
This article discusses different approaches to managing female pattern hair loss and suggests using "to care for" rather than "to manage" to better represent addressing patient concerns; it reports no new clinical results.
July 2013 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article provides updates on cosmetic/aesthetic medicine and surgery regulations in the UK and Europe, with no new clinical results reported.
This chapter discusses various aspects of beauty but does not report new research findings.
January 2006 in “The Chinese Journal of Dermatovenereology” This study reported that auto-hairgraft treatment for androgenetic and cicatricial alopecia showed high hair survival rates and patient satisfaction, with successful long-term outcomes.
September 2003 in “Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine” The document concludes that while some advocate for a patient voucher system, it may be unequal and current healthcare reforms should be given a chance, and it also recommends various medical books for their comprehensive coverage and advice on specific health issues.
The book details advanced techniques in cosmetic dermatology for experienced surgeons.
Jockeys using diuretics without potassium supplements can face health problems.
June 1930 in “Archives of dermatology” This case report describes a 26-year-old woman with chronic lupus erythematosus who did not improve after receiving eighty doses of gold and sodium thiosulphate.
January 2021 in “Przegla̧d dermatologiczny” This study found that women had better knowledge and interest in androgenetic alopecia than men, especially about its definition and normal hair loss rates, but both sexes struggled with understanding its etiology and symptoms.
April 2019 in “kufa Journal for Nursing sciences” This study observed that follicular unit extraction hair transplant initiated noticeable hair growth in androgenetic alopecia patients by three months and increased hair density after six months, with some experiencing mild side effects such as postural hypotension and donor site discomfort.
August 2002 in “Zeitschrift für Hautkrankheiten” This review discusses female pattern hair loss, suggesting it involves both androgen-dependent and independent factors, but it reports no new clinical results.
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June 2023 in “Molecules” This review examines various skin pigmentation disorders, their causes, and potential treatments, detailing 25 plants, 4 marine species, and 17 clinically tested topical and oral medications for managing these conditions.
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June 2013 in “Stem Cells Translational Medicine” This review discusses strategies for regenerating cutaneous nerve function in burn patients and highlights the potential role of autologous skin-derived adult stem cells in improving sensory recovery, but reports no new experimental findings.
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January 1997 in “The journal of sex research/The Journal of sex research” In this study of HIV+ men with low CD4 and testosterone levels, testosterone replacement therapy significantly improved sexual interest, erectile functioning, and sexual satisfaction over an eight-week period.