July 2026 in “Journal of Nanobiotechnology” This study describes a multifunctional hydrogel system designed to treat androgenetic alopecia by integrating nanozymes for reactive oxygen species clearance and melanin nano photothermal agents to enhance hair follicle health, suggesting potential for multi-target precision therapy and improved hair growth.
November 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” AMP-303 injections can increase hair growth in androgenetic alopecia with minimal side effects.
July 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” In this study, AMP-303 injections demonstrated a trend toward increasing non-vellus hair count in men with mild to moderate androgenetic alopecia, notably showing a 14.5% peak increase at 60 days compared to saline, with effects lasting up to five months.
April 2024 in “Chemical engineering journal” In this study, a novel injectable hydrogel with antibacterial and hemostatic properties showed promise in promoting the healing of MRSA-infected skin wounds.
This study found that an injectable calcium alginate-amelogenin hydrogel is biocompatible, degradable, anti-inflammatory, and promotes osteogenesis, which may enhance the bone healing process in jaw and facial bone defect areas by mediating the bone immune microenvironment.
June 2021 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This study found that gene therapy using a mouse cytomegalovirus vector with telomerase reverse transcriptase or follistatin significantly extended lifespan and improved health markers in mice, without adverse effects.
January 2021 in “Hair therapy & transplantation” This study reports encouraging results in treating androgenetic alopecia by combining injectable PRF and PDO thread insertion on the scalp.
December 2022 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” This study estimated the starting dose range for a finasteride long-acting injectable formulation in humans, suggesting that 16.80 mg may be the optimal starting dose.
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July 2019 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” This study found that a newly developed injectable hydrogel combined with human umbilical cord-mesenchymal stem cells significantly accelerated wound healing and reduced inflammation in full-thickness cutaneous wounds.
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June 2022 in “Materials Today Bio” This paper reviews recent advances in the design and use of injectable biomaterials for spinal degeneration treatment, highlighting the types of biomaterials like hydrogels and bone cements, and discussing key challenges and opportunities for clinical translation.
December 2024 in “eCommons - AKU (Aga Khan University)” This study concluded that the platelet rich plasma injectable competency assessment tool (PICAT) demonstrated strong validity, internal consistency, and inter-rater reliability for evaluating dermatology residents at PNS Shifa Hospital.
November 2001 in “Oncology Times” The committee unanimously voted against recommending approval of the injectable cisplatin/epinephrine gel IntraDose for certain head and neck cancer patients, citing insufficient clinical benefit and concerns about toxicity in this study.
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January 2020 in “Theranostics” This study demonstrated that OSA hydrogels enhanced the stability and retention of dermal papilla-derived extracellular vesicles, which significantly improved hair regeneration in both cultured human hair and a mouse depilation model.
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October 2015 in “Journal of bioactive and compatible polymers” This study found that keratin hydrogels extracted from human hair showed potential as biodegradable and biocompatible filler materials, promoting angiogenesis and cell proliferation in rat models.
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January 2016 in “Surgical and Cosmetic Dermatology” January 2008 in “Chinese Journal of Aesthetic and Plastic Surgery” In this study, the authors found that rabbit hair material ground for 8 hours had better suitability and histocompatibility for injectable soft tissue augmentation compared to other tested formulations.
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January 2025 in “Journal of Materials Chemistry B” In this study, researchers developed a multifunctional, injectable hydrogel that adapts to irregularly shaped wounds, enhances healing, and shows potential antibacterial activity without significant toxicity, suggesting promise for treating chronic wounds.
February 2025 in “International Journal of Dermatology” In this review, researchers examined pressure alopecia related to injectable treatments, identifying that injected volume can compress blood vessels, leading to hair loss through ischemia and inflammation, which emphasizes the need for targeted risk management and therapeutic strategies in dermatology.
October 2021 in “Book Publisher International (a part of SCIENCEDOMAIN International)” This review discusses the potential benefits of antioxidants and growth factors for treating alopecia but reports no new clinical results.
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March 2019 in “Advanced Healthcare Materials” This review assesses the benefits and limitations of various supramolecular hydrogels, including polymeric and peptide-based types, for wound healing, but reports no new clinical results.
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May 2004 in “Multiple Sclerosis Journal” This article highlights adverse skin reactions due to injectable therapies for MS, noting that while generally mild, some cases can progress to serious lesions requiring medical intervention.
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November 2015 in “Frontiers in Genetics” This review discusses the development and potential therapeutic effects of nitroxide small molecule agents for age-related macular degeneration and cardiovascular disease, but reports no new clinical results.
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January 2017 in “Stem Cells International” This review discusses the potential of adipose-derived stem cells for treating vitiligo, hair loss, and chronic wound healing, but reports no new clinical results and suggests the need for further investigation.
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February 2005 in “Facial plastic surgery” This article reviews techniques for rejuvenating the lower face, neck, and jawline using newer cosmetic interventions and reports no new clinical results.
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October 2017 in “Dermatologic Clinics” This abstract discusses advancements in hair transplantation technology, highlighting the role of robotics and follicular unit extraction/grafting in achieving excellent clinical outcomes, with adjuvant treatments like platelet-rich plasma, lasers, and stem cells potentially improving the durability and appearance of results.
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February 2016 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This study concluded that dermatology has made the most significant contributions to noninvasive and minimally invasive cosmetic procedures, while other specialties have also provided important literature in this field.
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January 2014 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Scalp Roller therapy helped improve hair growth in patients with hard-to-treat alopecia areata.
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January 2023 This chapter discusses current nonsurgical facial rejuvenation techniques such as skin treatments and injectable fillers, but it reports no new clinical results.
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June 2012 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This review discusses treatment strategies for managing scarring based on severity using volume, surface, and movement interventions, but does not present new experimental results.
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January 1998 This article reviews various cosmetic procedures like botulinum A exotoxin and chemical peels for aesthetic enhancement but reports no new clinical findings, emphasizing existing methods.