60 citations,
February 2015 in “Biomaterials” A surface with VEGF can specifically capture endothelial cells from flowing fluids.
10 citations,
January 2008 in “PubMed” Hair transplantation is a safe, outpatient procedure for restoring hair in individuals with pattern hair loss or certain types of scarring, requiring a trained physician and team, with ongoing medical treatment recommended.
July 2022 in “Plastic surgery and modern techniques” Using stem cell-enriched fat injections before hair transplant surgery can result in less hair loss and thicker hair.
January 2018 in “Journal of Cleft Lip Palate and Craniofacial Anomalies” The FUE technique can effectively restore moustaches in patients with cleft lips and alopecia, with few complications.
263 citations,
February 2020 in “International journal of molecular sciences” ADSCs help in wound healing and skin regeneration but need more research for full understanding.
10 citations,
November 2021 in “Biomedicines” Some therapies using stem cells and platelet-rich plasma may help treat osteoarthritis, but more research is needed to ensure they are safe and effective.
October 2024 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Including the parietal eminence in hair transplants improves scalp appearance and balance.
June 2023 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – Global Open” Exosomes may improve skin, scars, hair growth, and fat grafts in plastic surgery, but more research is needed.
5 citations,
August 2013 in “Facial plastic surgery clinics of North America” Use a frontal forelock pattern to manage advanced hair loss.
1 citations,
January 2010 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document concludes that local flaps are effective for reconstructive surgery in the head and neck, offering good skin match and function.
3 citations,
October 2017 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Dr. Muhammad Ahmad created a hair classification system to help improve hair restoration surgery outcomes.
3 citations,
July 1997 in “Current problems in dermatology” Hair restoration surgery has evolved over time, with a focus on natural-looking results and managing patient expectations, while also considering potential complications and the lifelong progression of male pattern baldness.
1 citations,
July 2007 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Hair grafts improved the look of a man's leg after an accident and the patient was happy with the results.
July 2012 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The author believes artificial dermis might not be the best first option for hair transplant surgeons when other surgical choices exist for scalp reconstruction.
421 citations,
January 2015 in “Chemical Society Reviews” Improving artificial vascular grafts requires better materials and surface designs to reduce blood clotting and support blood vessel cell growth.
71 citations,
February 2020 in “Journal of Translational Medicine” Progress has been made in skin and nerve regeneration, but more research is needed to improve methods and ensure safety.
63 citations,
May 2000 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Chemotherapy and bone marrow transplant can cause permanent hair loss.
47 citations,
March 2017 in “Materials Science and Engineering: C” Human amniotic membrane helps heal skin wounds faster and with less scarring.
40 citations,
August 2010 in “Archives of dermatology” A 5-year-old boy's skin condition improved with systemic valganciclovir after a cardiac transplant and immunosuppressive therapy.
36 citations,
May 2015 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Low dose oral minoxidil helps regrow hair in permanent chemotherapy-induced alopecia.
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December 2012 in “NMR in Biomedicine” Microencapsulation helps protect and track therapeutic cells, showing promise for treating various diseases, but more work is needed to improve the technology.
13 citations,
May 2005 in “Seminars in Plastic Surgery” Follicular Cell Implantation might become a new treatment for hair loss and could lead to advances in organ regeneration.
11 citations,
October 2020 in “Sensors” Photoacoustic imaging can accurately assess hair follicle density and orientation for hair transplant planning.
11 citations,
January 2011 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Follicular unit transplant successfully repigmented vitiligo patch on upper lip.
11 citations,
June 2005 in “Stem Cells and Development” Intestinal stem cells can help repair skin damage from radiation.
10 citations,
May 2012 in “Journal of Craniofacial Surgery” Cerament effectively corrected forehead irregularities in one patient, and various surgical techniques successfully reconstructed perioral soft tissue in 14 patients.
10 citations,
January 2011 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Surgical methods for hair loss are less common than hair transplants but still useful, especially for scarring hair loss.
9 citations,
September 2017 in “Nanoscale Research Letters” Graphene oxide helps deliver a skin healing agent over time, improving skin and hair follicle regeneration.
9 citations,
November 2008 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” Effective scalp reconstruction requires a wide range of surgical skills and an understanding of hair biology.
6 citations,
February 2013 in “Journal of Visualized Experiments” The method quickly analyzes hair growth genes and shows that blocking Smo in skin cells stops hair growth.