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January 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetics, Dermatological Sciences and Applications” Hair transplant surgery can successfully treat hair loss at the back of the neck.
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July 2012 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The author believes artificial dermis might not be the best first option for hair transplant surgeons when other surgical choices exist for scalp reconstruction.
May 2010 in “Dermatologic Clinics” The document concludes that new treatments for skin conditions are complex but effective, including spironolactone for female hair loss and propranolol for infantile hemangiomas.
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