33 citations
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August 1985 in “Archives of Dermatology” This study suggests that acquired progressive kinking of hair, which typically appears at or after puberty, may be androgen dependent and could progress to male pattern baldness.
27 citations
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January 2002 in “Exogenous Dermatology” In this study, researchers reported that chronic UV exposure may contribute to androgenic alopecia progression by influencing hair cycle changes and exacerbating solar elastosis in the scalp.
5 citations
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January 1995 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” A trial found that using finasteride, a hair growth drug, can be effectively measured by comparing before and after photos.
2 citations
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August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” This review discusses unique anatomical features and management strategies for crown alopecia but reports no new clinical findings, focusing instead on surgical techniques for natural-looking results and optimal density.
1 citations
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July 2007 in “Regenerative Medicine” Stem cell research and regenerative medicine have made significant advancements in treating various diseases and conditions.
1 citations
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January 1998 in “Seminars in Plastic Surgery” Hair transplantation using micro- and minigraft megasessions is safe, effective, and provides natural results with high patient satisfaction.
1 citations
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January 1997 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” In this study using a macaque model, RU58841 at a 5% concentration significantly increased hair density, thickness, and length in the frontal bald scalp over six months.
1 citations
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December 2023 in “Curēus” In this study, researchers found that alopecia significantly impacts depression and quality of life, especially for those with hereditary baldness in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia, and emphasized the need for psychological support to improve mental health.
January 2014 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Proteins like aPKC and PDGF-AA, substances like adenosine and ATP, and adipose-derived stem cells all play important roles in hair growth and health, and could potentially be used to treat hair loss and skin conditions.
April 2003 in “Experimental Dermatology” This workshop review from the Australian Hair and Wool Research Society discusses findings in cutaneous biology and endocrinology but presents no new research results.
September 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The author reports that an evaluation system for assessing candidacy in alopecia-reducing procedures significantly decreased unsuitable surgeries while maintaining consistently good outcomes.
January 2014 in “Plastic Surgery” In this study, the authors describe a new technique using the Ventralex hernia patch for simultaneous umbilical hernia repair during abdominoplasty, observing its application in 11 female patients.
The document concludes that most hair loss treatments don't work, balding isn't caused by dandruff, and hair loss may indicate serious health issues that require medical attention.
148 citations
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December 2018 in “Journal of autoimmunity” This review discusses genetic and environmental factors contributing to autoimmunity in alopecia areata and reports no new clinical findings, emphasizing the need for further study on its aetiology and pathophysiology.
22 citations
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June 1980 in “International Journal of Dermatology” The document concludes that correct diagnosis of alopecia types is crucial, scalp biopsies are important, and more research is needed.
6 citations
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March 2003 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This article describes techniques for correcting cosmetic deformities caused by older hair flap surgeries, restoring a more natural appearance.
2 citations
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September 2012 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” This article discusses the modern societal obsession with body perfection and its impact on body dissatisfaction, escalating demand for aesthetic techniques, and advertising, without reporting new research findings.
This article reviews common disorders leading to hair loss in females and discusses their clinical features and management strategies, but it presents no new clinical results.
March 2003 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This article reports that a series of techniques can effectively improve cosmetic deformities caused by Juri and Elliott flap procedures, restoring patients to a more natural appearance.
3 citations
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June 2004 in “Alternative and Complementary Therapies” This article reviews the history, biology, genetics, prevention, conventional treatments, and herbal alternatives for hair loss, but reports no new research findings.
102 citations
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January 2003 in “Dermatology” This review discusses the potential link between smoking and hair loss and suggests that raising awareness about this association could enhance anti-smoking education efforts.
72 citations
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September 1997 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This review discusses follicular transplantation for hair restoration, highlighting the importance of evaluating patient suitability and careful planning to achieve excellent cosmetic outcomes, but reports no new research findings.
48 citations
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February 2013 in “Molecular and Cellular Endocrinology” This review discusses the presence of the StAR protein in 17 non-classical steroidogenic tissues, suggesting that advanced detection methods are needed for a complete understanding of its functions in these tissues.
36 citations
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January 1998 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” This study developed a standardized questionnaire to measure patient-perceived changes in hair growth and appearance, which showed significant favoring of active treatment over placebo in a clinical trial for male androgenetic alopecia.
26 citations
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October 2012 in “Dermatologic Clinics” This article reviews recent advancements in hair transplantation techniques, particularly follicular unit transplantation, and suggests an expansion of its applications beyond male pattern hair loss, but reports no new results.
23 citations
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July 1993 in “Pharmacotherapy” Finasteride treats enlarged prostate and baldness, but may cause limited urinary improvement and sex-related side effects.
20 citations
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November 2013 in “The Open Cancer Journal” This observational study provides cause-specific mortality estimates to help patients and physicians better understand long-term outcomes for localized prostate cancer based on initial treatment choices.
19 citations
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January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology” This review discusses environmental factors like UV radiation and smoking that affect hair health and highlights the potential role of nutrition, but it reports no new results.
15 citations
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March 1997 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This article discusses the potential use of 5α-reductase inhibitors in dermatology and reports no new clinical results; the authors suggest further exploration of their dermatological applications.
15 citations
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January 2013 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” This study observed that direct hair transplantation, as a modification of follicular unit extraction, was effective in improving baldness in the majority of treated male patients.