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October 2003 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Minoxidil, finasteride, and hair transplantation combined give best results for hair loss.
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13 citations,
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13 citations,
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May 2016 in “British Journal of Dermatology” AGA progression involves increased lipid synthesis, electron transport, and hair follicle miniaturization.
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11 citations,
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11 citations,
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11 citations,
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11 citations,
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11 citations,
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