66 citations
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October 2002 in “Human molecular genetics online/Human molecular genetics” This study found that a nonsense mutation in the Cst6 gene of mice leads to severe skin and hair abnormalities, suggesting that cystatin M/E is crucial for epidermal function and viability.
47 citations
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November 1982 in “Journal of Cardiovascular Pharmacology” Nitrendipine and nifedipine effectively block muscle contractions, while papaverine relaxes them and minoxidil needs high amounts to work.
39 citations
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February 2005 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” This review analyzes the clinical, histopathological, and etiopathogenic aspects of alopecia areata and discusses current treatments, reporting no new clinical results.
35 citations
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December 2006 in “Journal of medicinal food” This study found that topical application of Morinda pubescens fruit extract significantly accelerated wound healing and hair regrowth in rats compared to controls, with complete wound contraction and new hair growth observed in treated animals.
14 citations
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February 2014 in “Nutrition in Clinical Practice” This A.S.P.E.N. document offers guidance for managing parenteral nutrition shortages, emphasizing alternative routes and careful allocation to prevent deficiencies.
6 citations
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July 2021 in “Frontiers in Genetics” This study identified a new heterozygous missense variant in CST6 associated with autosomal dominant keratosis follicularis spinulosa decalvans in an Austrian family, affecting epidermal differentiation and hair formation.
4 citations
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January 2018 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article talks about the concept of extraction and reports no new research findings.
3 citations
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August 2024 in “Cureus” This study found that DALL-E 2 performed poorly in generating accurate images of most pediatric dermatological conditions, highlighting the need for more domain-specific and inclusive training data.
3 citations
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February 2018 in “Vigilância Sanitária em Debate” This review discusses the characteristics and potential clinical applications of platelet-rich plasma in Brazil, emphasizing the need for standardized protocols and regulatory oversight to ensure safety and efficacy.
3 citations
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January 2018 in “Cirugía Plástica Ibero-Latinoamericana” This study found that intradermal PRP injections may reduce hair loss and increase hair density in patients with non-scarring alopecia, with differences in the response time between men and women.
2 citations
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January 2023 in “Revista Interfaces Saúde Humanas e Tecnologia” This review discusses platelet-rich plasma's potential for aesthetic procedures like facial rejuvenation and alopecia treatment but reports no new clinical findings; further research is needed.
2 citations
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April 2022 in “Revista Eletrônica Acervo Médico” This review discusses various alternative treatments for androgenetic alopecia, including pharmacological, surgical, and herbal therapies, without presenting new clinical findings.
2 citations
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December 2018 This study found that dermatoscopy can quickly and non-invasively detect facial vellus hair involvement in patients with alopecia frontal fibrosante, occurring frequently and associated with specific facial lesions.
2 citations
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September 2011 in “Revista de Ciências Farmacêuticas Básica e Aplicada” This study examined a shampoo containing chili pepper extract and biopolymer microspheres for hair loss treatment, finding that it was well tolerated by volunteers, particularly due to the exfoliation sensation.
2 citations
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January 2006 in “Publicatio UEPG Ciencias Biologicas e da Saude” This review discusses the potential of dental stem cells from deciduous and permanent teeth for tissue regeneration and reports no new experimental results.
1 citations
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February 2024 in “Peer Review” This study reviewed the use of rosemary essential oil combined with photobiomodulation for treating androgenetic alopecia, highlighting the potential benefits of rosemary's antioxidant and vasodilatory properties alongside enhanced cellular processes from photobiomodulation.
1 citations
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May 2022 in “Recima21” This study reports that combining microneedling with low-intensity laser therapy appears to be a safe and effective treatment for androgenetic alopecia, as indicated by a literature review.
1 citations
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May 2021 in “Revista Eletrônica Acervo Científico” This review discusses various treatment options for androgenic alopecia, noting finasteride's greater efficacy in men and identifies ongoing research needs, particularly for therapies like laser and stem cells.
1 citations
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April 2018 in “Acta Biomédica Brasiliensia” This study reviewed 31 publications and found various adverse events in aesthetic procedures performed by biomedical professionals, including infections, skin burns, muscle dysfunction, emergency-required damage, deformities, and pain, highlighting the need to incorporate patient safety topics into their education.
1 citations
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December 2017 in “Hygeia - Revista Brasileira de Geografia Médica e da Saúde” This study discusses potential connections between geography, stress, and alopecia areata, suggesting that stress is a key factor influencing the condition, alongside geographic factors.
1 citations
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April 2012 in “American Literary History” This essay explores Harriet E. Wilson's spiritualist career in Boston but reports no new findings; it provides context to her autobiographical novel "Our Nig" and early struggles.
August 2026 in “LUMEN ET VIRTUS” This study review reports that alopecia areata is often associated with autoimmune thyroid diseases like Hashimoto thyroiditis, suggesting targeted thyroid screening based on symptoms and risk factors may improve detection while minimizing unnecessary tests.
August 2026 in “International Journal of Advanced Biochemistry Research” This study found that in dogs with pyoderma, a combination of antibiotic and vitamin E treatment normalized oxidative stress biomarkers like lipid peroxidase more effectively by day 14 compared to antibiotics alone, which reduced these markers but failed to fully normalize them by day 21.
July 2026 in “Editora Pasteur eBooks” This study concluded that advancements in understanding the immunological mechanisms of alopecia areata have led to promising therapies, particularly JAK inhibitors and novel drug delivery systems, but further research is needed for clinical application.
June 2026 in “Revista Brasileira de Saúde” This study reviewed current scientific evidence on how scalp microbiome alterations may affect hair growth, citing connections to inflammatory and immune processes and suggesting potential for therapeutic targeting, though further studies are needed to confirm clinical applications.
May 2026 in “Revista Iluminart” In this study, researchers found that adding coffee grounds to neutral shampoo, a popular DIY trend, resulted in peak caffeine extraction after seven days, with concentrations surpassing those in commercial products, suggesting educational potential for chemistry classes.
May 2026 in “RECIMA21 - Revista Científica Multidisciplinar - ISSN 2675-6218” This study reviewed recent scientific evidence on the neuroendocrine and metabolic impacts of chronic use of 5-alpha reductase inhibitors, detailing its association with sexual dysfunction, mood disorders, insulin resistance, and other metabolic disorders, suggesting persistent biopsycho-social risks beyond transient side effects in users.
April 2026 in “Open MIND” This review article discusses the aesthetic impacts of GLP-1 medications like Ozempic (semaglutide), including "Ozempic Face," skin sagging, and loss of lean mass, and explores potential recovery methods such as biostimulators, HIFU, endolaser, and PRP.
March 2026 in “Open MIND” This review evaluates PRP, microneedling, and LLLT for alopecia and telogen effluvium, reporting improvements of 30-40% but offers no new clinical data.
January 2026 in “Magazine Portal Bibliotech Digital (Universidad Nacional de Colombia)” This study reviewed the literature on Minoxidil and finasteride for androgenetic alopecia, finding both drugs effective but noting potential side effects, with combined therapy possibly enhancing efficacy and patient adherence while reducing adverse effects.