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September 2001 in “European Journal of Cancer Care” Chemotherapy-induced hair loss significantly affects patients' well-being, and nurses are key in helping them cope, but more research is needed to find effective treatments.
38 citations,
April 2018 in “Psychopharmacology/Psychopharmacologia” Blocking CRF-R1 can reduce alcohol intake in stressed mice.
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April 2009 in “Journal of Plastic Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery” The surgery for severe congenital ptosis in children is safe and effective, with good long-term results.
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February 2023 in “Biomaterials Research” Special gels help heal diabetic foot sores and reduce the risk of amputation or death.
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March 2011 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Custom-designed implants effectively repaired skull damage in most soldiers injured in combat.
January 2025 in “Pharmaceuticals” Peptide-based hydrogels are promising for healing chronic wounds effectively.
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October 2023 in “Life science alliance” Pantethine may boost the immune system's ability to fight sarcoma.
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The skin is a complex barrier for drug penetration, but understanding its structure and interactions can improve drug delivery methods.
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5 citations,
July 1999 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Unsatisfactory hair restoration results can be significantly improved with strategic hair redistribution and new donor hair placement, despite previous surgery challenges.
68 citations,
September 2003 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Shrinking skin cancer increases the chance of cancer in nearby lymph nodes.
May 2023 in “Frontiers in Immunology” Treg cell-based therapies might help treat hair loss from alopecia areata, but more research is needed to confirm safety and effectiveness.
26 citations,
September 2013 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Serum granulysin levels can indicate the activity and prognosis of alopecia areata.
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8 citations,
December 1981 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The document concludes that parathyroid diseases have a range of clinical features and outcomes, with some conditions being treatable and others having a high risk of mortality.
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2 citations,
November 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The authors' 10-year experience shows that a personalized approach to hair restoration surgery, using various techniques, leads to natural results and high patient satisfaction.
1 citations,
July 1999 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” The article discusses how to fix bad results from hair restoration surgery, with different doctors suggesting methods like adding more grafts, moving transplanted hair, or using smaller grafts.
June 1997 in “The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery” Gradual improvements in hair restoration techniques are safer and more effective than drastic changes.
July 1998 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Various techniques and tools for hair restoration were presented in 1998, including a mathematical model for donor area, use of lasers in surgery, methods for controlling grafted hair direction, and ways to increase graft yield. Satisfaction rates were around 39%, and studies showed trauma and dehydration can damage hair follicles.
10 citations,
December 1997 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Hair restoration surgery has improved with better techniques for natural looks and managing patient expectations, but it remains labor-intensive and requires careful consideration of potential complications.
3 citations,
January 2021 in “Skin appendage disorders” Hair loss can occur about 4 weeks after scalp surgery but usually grows back within 3 months without treatment.
January 2023 in “Operative Techniques in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery” Hair transplants help transgender patients look more like their gender identity, with different procedures for trans women and men.
8 citations,
January 1986 in “The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology” Hair loss surgeries like grafts, scalp reductions, and flap rotations can be effective for black men with proper technique adjustments.
4 citations,
April 2000 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” The document suggests fixing common hair transplant issues by combining artistic principles with plug reduction, recycling, and additional micrograft transplantation, while also potentially using arnica to help with post-operative swelling.
September 2016 in “Hair transplant forum international” Methylene blue is less effective than normal saline solution for storing hair grafts and may reduce graft survival.
February 2023 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Careful planning and skilled surgery can make hair replacement safe and effective.
October 2021 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery” Hair transplant techniques have improved and become less invasive over time, but there are concerns about unregulated centers. The market is growing, with potential for more growth in India due to increasing hair loss cases. New technologies like robotic transplants are promising for the future. Surgeons are encouraged to prioritize patient safety and understand the science behind their techniques.