15 citations
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November 2015 in “Trends in biotechnology” This article discusses strategies for changing hair color by regulating target genes in hair follicles using advanced delivery systems, but it reports no new experimental findings.
13 citations
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May 2016 in “International journal of biological macromolecules” This study demonstrated that molecular dynamics simulations of keratin could effectively model the mechanical properties of hair, aligning well with experimental data, especially when conducted in vacuum conditions.
9 citations
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April 2006 in “Experimental and Clinical Endocrinology & Diabetes” This article presents a case of primary adrenal localization of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma in a 70-year-old woman, detailing her diagnosis and treatment, with no signs of recurrent disease after polychemotherapy and radiotherapy.
7 citations
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May 2021 in “Applied sciences” This study investigated various proteins as eco-friendly hair perming agents for Asian hair and found that bovine serum albumin and keratin achieved perming results comparable to commercial products, while also increasing hair moisture, indicating a protective effect during heat styling.
4 citations
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January 2009 in “Eclética Química” This study described a potentiometric titration method for determining minoxidil, which showed recoveries of 97.4 to 98.7% and agreed with chromatographic results within a 90% confidence level.
3 citations
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July 2021 in “Urology Herald” This review discusses the impact of COVID-19 on genitourinary organs, highlights areas for further study, and reports no new clinical results; the authors suggest long-term analysis to clarify outcomes.
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December 2014 This chapter reviews secondary uses for various drugs, noting that some have regulatory approval, indicating verified safety and efficacy, while others lack approval despite strong evidence.
March 2025 in “Journal of Medical Research and Surgery” This report details a case of severe protein-energy malnutrition resembling kwashiorkor in a 43-year-old woman after bariatric surgery, highlighting the crucial role of early diagnosis and a multidisciplinary approach in managing nutritional complications and improving outcomes in similar patients.
September 2025 in “SKIN The Journal of Cutaneous Medicine” This study reports a case of alopecia areata in a 14-year-old male using isotretinoin for acne, illustrating an unexpected side effect not typically linked to the drug, highlighting the importance of monitoring and addressing hair loss risks during treatment.
April 2023 in “Research Society and Development” In this study, a literature review found that corticosteroids were effective and safe for treating Alopecia Areata by stimulating hair follicles and extending the anagen phase, based on data from 2010 to 2022.
January 2019 in “Advances in Environmental Biology” This article discusses the structure and function of sebaceous glands and their role in skin moisture but reports no new research findings.
December 2005 in “Endocrine-related cancer” This case report describes a 57-year-old woman's virilizing adrenal tumor effectively treated with the antiandrogen cyproterone acetate, which led to symptom reversal and tumor resolution.
July 2020 in “Environmental Science and Pollution Research” This study found that finasteride and melengestrol acetate exhibit varying levels of toxicity to freshwater mussels, amphipods, and mayflies, but current environmental concentrations suggest minimal direct effects on these aquatic invertebrates.
January 2024 in “Editora In Vivo eBooks” This study reports a case of dermatophytosis in an 11-month-old spayed female dog, which exhibited alopecia in the neck and ear tip regions, a condition common in tropical and temperate climates and caused by fungi affecting both animals and humans.
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August 2006 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” This review discusses definitions of polycystic ovary syndrome and reports no new clinical results; the authors support using modified 1990 NIH criteria and acknowledge ongoing evolution as research advances.
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October 2008 in “Fertility and Sterility” This review discusses the definition of polycystic ovary syndrome proposed by the AE-PCOS Society Task Force, emphasizing hyperandrogenism, ovarian dysfunction, and excluding related disorders, while noting potential variations needing more research.
989 citations
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August 2007 in “The Lancet” This article reviews the clinical features, diagnostic criteria, and possible genetic and environmental influences of polycystic ovary syndrome but provides no new research findings.
391 citations
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September 2015 in “Journal of Clinical Lipidology” This document extends previous recommendations by the National Lipid Association for managing dyslipidemia, focusing on lifestyle therapies, special patient groups, and strategies to enhance adherence and patient outcomes.
127 citations
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January 2013 in “PLOS ONE” This study found that feeding aged mice a probiotic yogurt induced changes leading to thicker, healthier fur, suggesting a bacteria-triggered interleukin-10-dependent mechanism that mimics signs of youth and reproductive fitness.
112 citations
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July 1998 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that anagen-phase hair follicles in mice are particularly sensitive to damage by ruby laser pulses, resulting in alopecia without scarring, suggesting enhanced laser hair removal strategies.
67 citations
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July 2006 in “Clinics in Dermatology” This review discusses the dermatologic manifestations of hyperandrogenism in women and outlines the diagnostic approach and treatment options, reporting no new clinical results.
55 citations
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July 2013 in “Dermatologic therapy” This review explores the impact of various medications on male fertility, highlighting reversible negative effects from methotrexate, finasteride, and ketoconazole, while reporting no adverse fertility effects for oral retinoids and certain immunosuppressants.
50 citations
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March 2017 in “PeerJ” This study found that longer exposure to 5α-reductase inhibitors significantly increased the risk of persistent erectile dysfunction, especially in younger men exposed to finasteride.
46 citations
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December 2018 in “Genes & Development” This review discusses lung regeneration and highlights the role of facultative stem/progenitor cells, but it reports no new findings and calls for further exploration of underlying mechanisms.
46 citations
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September 2013 in “PLOS ONE” This study identified thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH) as a stimulant of wound healing in both frog and human skin models, suggesting it as a potential neuroendocrine wound repair promoter.
39 citations
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September 2000 in “Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinics of North America” This article reviews evidence on hyperinsulinemia and insulin resistance in women with polycystic ovary syndrome and evaluates therapeutic responses to insulin-lowering agents, reporting no new clinical findings.
32 citations
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December 2018 in “Cytokine” This review discusses the involvement of type I interferons in skin autoimmune and inflammatory diseases but reports no new clinical results.
29 citations
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January 2021 in “Translational Psychiatry” This study found that certain gene sets, including those involved in ligand-gated ion channel signaling and cell adhesion, are associated with Tourette syndrome, suggesting a potential neurobiological basis for the disorder.
22 citations
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November 2011 in “Journal of Analytical Toxicology” This review discusses the relevance of human androgen receptor action in sports doping and examines the potential of cell-based biological assays for detecting androgenic anabolic steroid use, without presenting new research findings.
22 citations
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December 1998 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This study found that preserving hair micrografts in an enriched storage medium for five hours significantly increased their survival rate compared to those stored in saline.