19 citations
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May 2004 in “The American Journal of Dermatopathology” In this study, scalp biopsies from HJMD patients revealed histological similarities to chronic telogen effluvium and highlighted the role of CDH3 mutations disrupting normal hair cycles.
5 citations
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April 2024 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This study found that by using an automated system to analyze skin histology, 108 structural features were significantly affected by age, and it identified four new aging biomarkers and notable sex-based differences in skin aging.
1 citations
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August 2016 in “Journal of Buffalo Science” This study examined hair follicle arrangement to identify a suspected wild boar involved in a dynamite blast, concluding based on circumstantial evidence that it may have belonged to a wild boar.
77 citations
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April 2004 in “Gene expression patterns” This study observed specific expression patterns of three zebrafish estrogen receptor genes during development, highlighting robust co-expression of esr2a and esr2b in primary neuromasts, branchial arches, and other tissues.
June 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Laser treatment shows promise for hair growth, but needs further research.
170 citations
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December 2009 in “Histopathology” This review discusses the histopathological diagnosis of scarring and non-scarring alopecias, emphasizing the importance of adequate tissue sampling and clinical information; it reports no new empirical results.
12 citations
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February 2008 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This review discusses recent advances in molecular genetics and their impact on the accuracy and understanding of diagnosing inherited skin diseases but reports no new results.
6 citations
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December 2011 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” A woman developed rare, unexplained curly hair on her scalp and eyelashes.
January 2012 in “Yearbook of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery” The study concluded that a 'Swiss cheese' pattern in hair follicles is a useful sign for diagnosing alopecia areata.
2 citations
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January 2017 in “Springer eBooks” The book is a detailed guide on children's skin disorders, their causes, and diagnosis, with many images for medical professionals.
September 1994 in “The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology” This article reviews challenges and errors in performing Mohs surgery, emphasizing vigilance in maintaining its procedural integrity for successful treatment outcomes, and reports no new clinical findings.
38 citations
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June 2003 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” This article reviews various topics discussed at a workshop on hair disorders, focusing on hair biology, diagnosis, and challenges in therapy evaluation, without presenting new clinical findings.
April 2012 in “Informa Healthcare eBooks” Temporal triangular alopecia is a lifelong condition with hairless patches on the side of the head that may be present from birth.
260 citations
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June 2011 in “Cell” This study found that Wnt signaling in the hair follicle is crucial for coordinating the behavior of epithelial and melanocyte stem cells, which drives hair regeneration and melanocyte differentiation in mice.
7 citations
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March 2017 in “Journal of dermatology” This review outlines the clinical and histopathological features that aid in classifying tumors arising from the folliculosebaceous apparatus and reports no new research results.
95 citations
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January 2004 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” This study found that peripilar signs on the scalp are linked to perifollicular lymphocytic infiltrates in early androgenetic alopecia, detectable even in areas with high hair density.
8 citations
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February 2005 in “Veterinary dermatology” This study suggests that hair loss in Chesapeake Bay retrievers is a breed-specific syndrome characterized by unique histological features and abnormal steroid production, possibly influenced by familial factors.
56 citations
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July 2005 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that vertical sections of alopecia biopsy specimens had a higher concordance rate with the original combined diagnosis compared to transverse sections alone, although both methods have their pros and cons.
12 citations
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June 2006 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” This study reports that scalp biopsies in white adults usually have 16.5 hair follicles, primarily in the anagen phase, with male samples showing fewer follicular units but more fibrous tracts in certain areas.
97 citations
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May 2008 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology” This review highlights the challenges in identifying histological features of adverse reactions to soft tissue fillers and emphasizes the need for increased awareness due to product uncertainty and delayed reactions.
27 citations
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August 2014 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” This study compared the microscopic treatment zones created by different fractional lasers and radiofrequency in swine skin, finding distinct patterns and damage levels for each technology.
24 citations
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August 2005 in “The American Journal of Dermatopathology” This article critically assesses literature favoring horizontal over vertical sections for diagnosing scalp diseases and concludes that a qualitative, vertical approach improves diagnostic precision for alopecias.
19 citations
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January 2021 in “Experimental dermatology” This study found that acne inversa is primarily an epithelial-driven disease, with cyst-forming tendrils causing inflammation due to rupture and the release of debris, highlighting limitations of punch biopsies for analysis.
2 citations
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March 2014 in “Veterinary World” This study characterized the hair follicle patterns of Indian bison, Black buck, and Nilgai, providing valuable data to help identify these endangered species' skins, commonly targeted by poachers.
April 2012 in “Informa Healthcare eBooks” The document concludes that diagnosing hair loss requires evaluating multiple histological features, as no single feature is definitive on its own.
71 citations
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March 1995 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study concluded that combining vertical and transverse sections of scalp biopsy specimens improves diagnostic yield for certain hair disorders without increasing costs.
38 citations
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October 1988 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Minoxidil can help grow hair and make hair follicles bigger, but it can also cause side effects.
33 citations
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August 2005 in “The American Journal of Dermatopathology” This article provides departmental contact information for Dr. Dirk M. Elston at the Geisinger Medical Center and reports no research findings.
29 citations
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October 2012 in “Anais Brasileiros De Dermatologia” This review presents an objective analysis of female androgenetic alopecia, discussing clinical and dermoscopic examination approaches but reports no new clinical findings.
19 citations
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September 2011 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” This study suggests that for single biopsy specimens, transverse sections may be preferable for diagnosing noncicatricial alopecia, while vertical sections may be better for suspected lichen planopilaris.