16 citations
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April 2025 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” In this study, an expert panel established a consensus guideline indicating that photobiomodulation is a safe and effective treatment for various conditions, including peripheral neuropathy and androgenic alopecia.
1647 citations
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June 2014 in “BMJ” This article argues that while evidence-based medicine has provided many benefits, it has also led to negative unintended consequences, and proposes a renewed focus on integrating context and professional expertise to improve patient treatment.
This review discusses hair transplantation as a permanent treatment for androgenetic alopecia, emphasizing the importance of stabilized hair loss, skilled surgical teams, and realistic expectations, while calling for more quantitative evidence from controlled trials.
72 citations
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November 2020 in “Frontiers in Surgery” This review found that the clinical results of L-PRF as a grafting material in maxillary sinus augmentation were mixed, with some studies reporting positive effects and others finding no significant impact.
This review explores the causes and diagnostic methods for androgenetic alopecia but reports no new clinical results, underlining the importance of developing new treatments.
August 2024 in “Nutrition Bulletin” This editorial examines how GLP-1 receptor agonists, providing significant weight loss and cardiovascular benefits, can be integrated into a comprehensive obesity treatment alongside diet and lifestyle changes, but highlights the need for further guidance on their real-world application and multidisciplinary care.
6 citations
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August 2023 in “Fertility and Sterility” This review details the 2023 International Guideline update for assessing and managing polycystic ovary syndrome, which provides evidence-based recommendations to improve care and patient outcomes but notes the remaining low to moderate quality of evidence.
4 citations
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November 2023 in “Acta obstetricia et gynecologica Scandinavica” In this guideline update, researchers emphasized refining diagnostic criteria for polycystic ovary syndrome using ultrasound or hormone levels, while highlighting a healthy lifestyle's importance without specific diet recommendations, and reviewed treatments with a focus on comorbidities and pregnancies from a Nordic standpoint.
1 citations
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September 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study introduces the "skinspan" framework to promote skin longevity through sun protection, topical retinoids, and antioxidants as first-line care. It suggests lasers and emerging therapies as additional options but emphasizes the need for more randomized controlled trials to solidify the evidence base.
3 citations
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August 2024 in “European journal of medical research” This study developed an evidence-based informed consent form for PRP injections that was legally validated and implemented in a medical institution.
1 citations
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June 2021 in “Journal of gynecology and womens health” This study found that the prevalence of polycystic ovarian syndrome among women of reproductive age in urban and rural areas of Hyderabad, Telangana, is between 6.5% and 6.8%.
12 citations
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May 2024 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” This study reviewed the role of probiotics in dermatological disorders and suggests they may help treat or prevent inflammatory skin conditions by modulating the microbiota, potentially reducing the need for steroids and antibiotics, though further research is needed to confirm efficacy and safety.
90 citations
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April 2013 in “Dermatology online journal” This article reviews various medical treatments for hidradenitis suppurativa based on the author's experience with over 350 patients, but it reports no new clinical findings.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology” This study surveyed hair loss practitioners and found that while most view androgenetic alopecia as having pathological features, opinions vary on whether it is a disease or requires treatment.
December 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review examined 40 studies on exosome-based therapies for alopecia areata, reporting significant hair regrowth and improvements in hair count, length, and thickness, but highlighted the need for standardized methodologies and robust RCTs before clinical application.
40 citations
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August 2018 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study reported that a 10-week course of clindamycin and rifampicin was commonly used for treating folliculitis decalvans but the evidence on its efficacy remains inconclusive due to the low quality of available studies.
June 2022 in “Biotechnological Research” This review discusses the potential of activated autologous platelet-rich plasma (aaPRP) for improving diabetic foot ulcer outcomes but reports no new clinical results, noting the need for further evidence.
June 2025 in “Naunyn-Schmiedeberg s Archives of Pharmacology” This literature review reports that certain herbal remedies, such as rosemary, green tea, and ginseng, have shown promise in promoting hair growth and improving hair density, though variability and study design limitations highlight the need for more rigorous research.
5 citations
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April 2024 in “BMJ Open” This scoping review revealed that methods for measuring traumatic scar thickness using ultrasound are inconsistently reported and mainly remain in early research phases, highlighting a need for standardizing these methods to bridge the gap to routine clinical practice.
December 2025 in “Journal of Integrated Standardized Homoeopathy” This case report describes the use of individualized homoeopathic treatment and dietary modifications to manage hypothyroidism in a 23-year-old woman, resulting in symptom improvement and normalized TSH levels after tapering off levothyroxine.
22 citations
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September 2024 in “Human Reproduction Update” This study found that total testosterone and free testosterone are recommended as first-line tests for diagnosing biochemical hyperandrogenism in women with PCOS; liquid chromatography with tandem mass spectrometry is preferred for its accuracy.
7 citations
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March 2025 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery”
21 citations
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May 2021 in “Patient education and counseling” This study explored the challenges faced by both clinicians and women with polycystic ovary syndrome in managing the condition, highlighting issues with treatment options, misinformation, and differing expectations in care.
7 citations
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January 2018 in “Skin appendage disorders” This article reviews the historical development of trichology and proposes the term "trichiatrist" for physicians specializing in the medical treatment of hair and scalp, noting no new clinical findings.
October 2025 in “JEADV Clinical Practice” This systematic review found very weak evidence supporting the use of minoxidil as an adjunctive treatment for traction alopecia, with improvements noted from 3 months onwards, primarily based on limited case reports and retrospective case series.
March 2026 in “Anti-Aging Eastern Europe” This review examines current evidence on personalized management strategies for PCOS, but does not present new clinical results; the authors advocate for treatments tailored to predominant symptoms and individual health profiles.
3 citations
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January 2019 in “International Journal of Trichology” This article reviews common malpractices in the treatment of hair and scalp disorders, attributing them to autistic-undisciplined thinking, and reports no clinical findings.
September 2024 in “Indian Journal of Skin Allergy” This review article explores the current use and evidence of stem cell therapy in dermatology, detailing its applications, benefits, and limitations across various skin disorders, while also addressing teledermatology's rise during COVID-19 and proposing its ongoing integration into healthcare delivery.
July 2014 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” The editorial concludes that while evidence-based medicine is crucial, doctors should also use their own experience and consider patient preferences in dermatology care.
January 2026 in “Cosmetics” This study highlights emerging regenerative strategies, such as stem cell-derived therapies and machine learning tools, that may advance hair loss treatment beyond traditional methods by promoting follicle regeneration and offering personalized care.