June 2026 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This study found that individuals with frontal fibrosing alopecia have increased odds of thyroid disease, lupus erythematous, vitiligo, and heart disease, supporting the consideration of FFA as a systemic disorder.
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March 2007 in “BioTechniques” This study introduced a new in vivo angiogenesis assay using Gelfoam implanted in ND-GFP transgenic mice to efficiently identify angiogenesis stimulators and inhibitors through GFP visualization.
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December 1996 in “Cell Biology and Toxicology” November 2025 in “Turkish Journal of Dermatology” This study found that both follicular unit transplantation (FUT) and follicular unit extraction (FUE) are safe and effective for female pattern hair loss, with FUE offering broader indications and higher patient satisfaction.
September 2024 in “Medicina” This study found that among women with PCOS, the FokI CC genotype of the VDR gene may offer protection against acne and seborrhea, while the VDR-TaqI dominant genotype is associated with reduced oxidative stress.
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April 2023 in “Preprints.org” This study found that the guided SEFFI technique for facial volume restoration and anti-aging is minimally invasive with a low complication rate, suggesting it as a promising treatment option.
This study found that VDAC2 promotes apoptosis in secondary hair follicle stem cells of Albas cashmere goats by activating the P53 signaling pathway, with knockdown of VDAC2 reducing apoptosis and a P53 inhibitor partially rescuing VDAC2-induced apoptosis.
January 2016 in “Hair transplant forum international” This meeting summary outlines efforts by the British Association of Hair Restoration Surgery to establish common practices for Follicular Unit Extraction among its members, reporting no new research findings.
January 2022 in “Дерматологія та венерологія” This paper presents two cases of frontal fibrosing alopecia in postmenopausal women, noting challenges in monitoring due to the invasive nature of the diagnostic process.
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April 2024 in “Dermatology Practical & Conceptual” Hair loss in male frontal fibrosing alopecia may spare areas covered by a wristwatch.
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January 2016 in “Intractable & Rare Diseases Research” In this clinical experience, treating frontal fibrosing alopecia with oral finasteride, hydroxychloroquine, tacrolimus, and excimer laser was associated with optimal results in patients with active inflammation.
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October 2015 in “Mikrobiyoloji bülteni” This case report describes a 20-year-old female with favus caused by T. schöenleinii, which initially improved with antifungal treatment but recurred due to poor adherence, underscoring favus as an ongoing health issue in Turkey.
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June 2006 in “Journal of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery” This study found that follicular unit transplantation using specific techniques may improve the natural appearance of transplanted hair in patients with male-pattern hair loss.
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February 2018 in “Clinical Medical Reviews and Case Reports” In this report, a rare case of scalp arteriovenous fistula following hair transplantation was successfully treated using direct puncture embolization with n-butyl cyanoacrylate glue, demonstrating effective management of this condition.
March 2026 in “Collagen and Leather” This study found that a newly developed supramolecular FPC hydrogel effectively promotes wound healing through its anti-inflammatory and angiogenic properties, making it a promising material for wilderness first aid due to its storage convenience, sprayability, and ability to speed up wound recovery.
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September 2008 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” This study observed that frontal fibrosing alopecia predominantly affects postmenopausal women, can be associated with lichen planus, and may lead to progressive hairline recession, though this progression is not consistent in all cases.
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August 2020 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This review discusses the various designs of follicular unit excision punches used in hair transplantation without reporting new clinical results; it emphasizes the importance of understanding each punch's benefits and limitations.
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January 2006 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This study found that the SAFE System may improve follicular unit extraction by reducing follicle transection rates and broadening patient eligibility, with only minor adverse reactions reported.
This study found that finasteride reduces microvascular density and VEGF expression in the seminal vesicle tissue of rats.
February 2025 in “FASEB BioAdvances” In this study, hypoxic conditions were found to enhance stemness in hair follicle neural crest stem cells, while inhibiting the Hippo pathway significantly decreased their proliferation.
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September 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This study found that FucoPol hydrogel membranes can effectively deliver model drugs such as caffeine and diclofenac sodium via different loading methods, with notable mechanical and release properties, suggesting their potential as platforms for topical drug delivery.
January 2025 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” This review discusses the various factors implicated in the etiology of frontal fibrosing alopecia and notes the need for effective treatments, reporting no new clinical findings.
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June 2023 in “Journal of Cellular and Molecular Medicine” This study observed that tissue-engineered skin, using VEGF165 gene-modified cells embedded in astragalus polysaccharide-containing 3D printed scaffolds, enhanced early vascularization, and collagen and hair follicle regeneration, leading to improved skin repair in nude mice with full skin defects.
September 2023 in “Frontiers in cell and developmental biology” This study found that a catalytically active version of Vav2 significantly altered gene expression patterns in hair follicle stem cells in mice, with these changes varying over the animals' lifespans.
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January 2015 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study reports that familial frontal fibrosing alopecia was diagnosed earlier in premenopausal women compared to postmenopausal women, though long-term outcomes remain uncertain without a definitive treatment.
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January 2019 in “Skin appendage disorders” This study found that Follicular Maps, derived from trichoscopic images, remained consistent over time and unaffected by hair cycling or noncicatricial alopecia, offering a precise tool for diagnosing and monitoring hair and scalp conditions.
December 2016 in “Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery” In this study, the Instant Follicular Hair Unit Transplant technique demonstrated superior hair growth compared to conventional FUE in patients with androgenetic alopecia, although it requires a steeper learning curve for surgeons.
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November 2020 in “Advanced Functional Materials” This study found that a prevascularized collagen fiber space improved hair generation compared to intracutaneous transplantation by providing a better microenvironment for transplanted cells.
January 2015 in “Spectrum Research Repository (Concordia University)” This study confirmed that porcine platelet-rich plasma could commercially replace fetal bovine serum due to its higher growth factor levels and effectiveness as a hair growth promoter comparable to existing serum.
This study found that the Arabidopsis thaliana protein Formin 2 localizes to plasmodesmata and is crucial for regulating their permeability by anchoring actin filaments, which affects virus susceptibility.