55 citations
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October 2019 in “The journal of allergy and clinical immunology/Journal of allergy and clinical immunology/The journal of allergy and clinical immunology” This review discusses emerging research areas in alopecia areata pathobiology, highlighting the potential roles of unconventional immune cells and the need for more targeted therapeutic strategies, but reports no new experimental results.
55 citations
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November 2010 in “Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology” This study found that the TLR3 L412F genetic variant is associated with severe viral infections, especially CMV, and immune dysfunction in a subgroup of chronic mucocutaneous candidiasis patients.
55 citations
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September 2003 in “Experimental Dermatology” In this study, researchers found that certain cytokines can significantly down-regulate PDGF expression in dermal papilla cells and follicular keratinocytes, indicating a potential link between PDGF signaling and catagen induction.
53 citations
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September 2020 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” This review discusses strategies to enhance mesenchymal stem cell therapy effectiveness but reports no new clinical results; it highlights the need for improved consistency and efficacy in MSC-based treatments.
53 citations
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May 2001 in “The American journal of the medical sciences” This article reviews common skin eruptions in chemotherapy patients and discusses how recognizing these patterns can help avoid unnecessary changes to cancer treatment; it reports no new clinical results.
52 citations
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March 2010 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This study demonstrated the expression of type 1 interferon-related proteins in inflammatory lesions of alopecia areata, showing a distinct distribution pattern compared to cicatricial alopecia.
49 citations
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December 2007 in “Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery” This case report suggests that oral finasteride, used for benign prostatic hyperplasia, may be associated with intraoperative floppy-iris syndrome during cataract surgery.
48 citations
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September 2020 in “Frontiers in Immunology” In this study, researchers found that loss of OGG1 in a mouse model of systemic lupus erythematosus increased IFN-driven immune responses and aggravated skin lesions, suggesting a protective role for OGG1 in SLE skin disease.
47 citations
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March 2016 in “Journal of dermatology” This review discusses various rare syndromes associated with ichthyosis and emphasizes the importance of understanding their molecular genetics and mechanisms for developing effective treatments and genetic counseling, but it reports no new clinical findings.
47 citations
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September 2015 in “Cell Cycle” This study found that hair follicle and interfollicular epidermis stem cells contribute differently to skin regeneration, with their persistence influenced by factors like spatial constraints and competition moderated by Notch suppression.
47 citations
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December 2011 in “Experimental Dermatology” This study suggests that the neuropeptide CGRP may protect against, but not restore, IFNγ-induced collapse of hair follicle immune privilege in alopecia areata.
47 citations
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December 2019 in “Frontiers in immunology” This study identified a novel G207E STING mutation associated with severe inflammatory symptoms and suggested that common polymorphisms in TMEM173 and IFIH1 may modify the phenotype in affected individuals.
46 citations
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June 2013 in “Journal of structural biology” This study suggests that the mechanical robustness of hair may be enhanced by the binding interactions of keratin-associated proteins, particularly KAP8.1, with intermediate filament proteins.
45 citations
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July 2002 in “The Neurologist” This article reviews the challenges of using disease-modifying therapy for multiple sclerosis and offers strategies to improve treatment adherence and manage adverse effects, but reports no new clinical findings.
45 citations
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May 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This manuscript reviews the latest understanding of alopecia areata's pathogenesis, highlighting the roles of genetic, immunological, and environmental factors, with a focus on immune responses involving IFN-γ and cytotoxic CD8+ T-cells as key contributors to hair follicle inflammation and function disruption without follicle destruction.
41 citations
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July 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study identified molecular differences between dysplastic nevi and common melanocytic nevi, including altered keratinocyte differentiation, increased hair follicle-related molecule expression, and distinct immune microenvironment characteristics in dysplastic nevi.
40 citations
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August 2022 in “Frontiers in immunology” This review discusses the potential of JAK inhibitors as a promising treatment strategy for alopecia areata, highlighting their mechanism and recent FDA approval based on clinical trial efficacy.
37 citations
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December 2021 in “Cells” This study found that dysregulation of systemic Th1, Th2, and Th17 cytokines is associated with alopecia areata, with specific cytokines linked to disease activity and treatment response.
37 citations
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October 2017 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” This article discusses the potential of oral tofacitinib as a treatment for atopic dermatitis, alopecia areata, and vitiligo, without presenting new clinical results.
36 citations
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June 2015 in “International journal of toxicology” This study established a new mouse model for TCE-induced skin sensitization and reported that proinflammatory cytokines TNF-α, IFN-γ, and IL-2 significantly contribute to this sensitization process.
35 citations
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March 2012 in “Journal of dermatological science” This observational study aims to more accurately detect and localize Propionibacterium acnes in acne lesions by combining multiple microbiological visualization techniques, but it does not present new results on their causality to acne.
35 citations
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January 2002 in “Dermatology” This article discusses alopecia areata occurring during Interferon Alpha-2b/Ribavirin therapy and reports no new clinical results.
34 citations
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April 2008 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This study reported that while lichen planus was not significantly linked to hepatitis C virus infection, pruritus, dry skin, and hair loss were more common in HCV patients post-interferon treatment.
34 citations
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June 2020 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” In this study, researchers observed that follicular damage and stem cell loss in frontal fibrosing alopecia may be mediated by immune attacks at the bulge region, suggesting potential for JAK/STAT-targeting treatments to prevent progression.
33 citations
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June 2012 in “Journal of Crohn's and colitis” This review discusses the role of immune responses, especially Th1 cytokines, in alopecia areata pathogenesis and reports no new research findings.
32 citations
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April 2019 in “JAAD case reports” This study discusses the immune dysregulation observed in individuals with Down syndrome, highlighting their increased risk for autoimmune skin conditions, but does not yet clarify the molecular mechanisms behind this profile.
32 citations
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December 2018 in “Cytokine” This review discusses the involvement of type I interferons in skin autoimmune and inflammatory diseases but reports no new clinical results.
31 citations
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May 2021 in “Journal of endocrinological investigation” This study in Italy found that APS-1, a rare disorder, is associated with various AIRE gene mutations and most individuals have autoantibodies such as IFNωAbs, which are markers of the condition.
30 citations
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November 2012 in “Proceedings of the Royal Society B Biological Sciences” This study found that the keratin matrix in mammalian hard α-keratins is crucial for maintaining stiffness in water by controlling intermediate filament hydration.
27 citations
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January 2013 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study identified somatostatin as a potential secretory factor contributing to the immune privilege of human hair follicles.