September 2021 in “Selçuk Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi dergisi” This abstract discusses the dermatological symptoms associated with hepatitis C virus infections but reports no new research findings.
June 2021 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This study discovered that the gene Tfap2b identifies a melanocyte stem cell population in zebrafish, essential for regenerating melanocytes with multi-fate potential into adult pigment cells.
April 2018 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” In this study, 82% of systemic lupus erythematosus patients at a tertiary care center in India exhibited skin manifestations, including photosensitivity, malar rash, discoid rash, and oral ulcers.
In this study, botulinum toxin type A injections reduced the severity of treatment-resistant scalp psoriasis in more patients compared to placebo over a 12-week period.
January 2018 in “Stem cell biology and regenerative medicine” This review discusses the interplay between signaling/transcription factor-mediated and epigenetic mechanisms in skin development and regeneration, highlighting the need for further exploration of epigenome reorganization in these processes.
This study found that activating Toll-like receptor 3 signaling in periodontal ligament stem cells may enhance their immunomodulatory properties, suggesting potential implications for future stem cell therapy applications.
January 2017 in “Elsevier eBooks” This review discusses the potential of Ziziphus species and its extracted oil as new therapeutic agents in drug development and highlights the need for further studies to fully exploit this species for human health benefits.
July 2016 in “American Journal of Dermatopathology” The meeting showcased rare skin disease cases, highlighting the need for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
Lupus is a complex disease that requires personalized treatment because it varies greatly between individuals.
This study reported that high cholesterol levels were linked to increased prostate cancer risk, while selenium supplementation affected gene expression, suggesting nutritional and clinical factors might influence prostate cancer risk and biology.
June 2010 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Scientists found key proteins and genes that affect skin and hair health, and identified potential new treatments for hair loss, skin disorders, and wound healing.
June 2020 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that platelet-derived growth factor secretion in PRP therapy for alopecia is highly variable between patients, which may contribute to inconsistent clinical responses.
This dissertation reported that the loss of Ovol2 impairs hair follicle regeneration and wound repair in mice, highlighting its role in regulating directional migration of epithelial cells.
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April 2009 in “The journal of neuroscience/The Journal of neuroscience” This study found that TRPA1-deficient mice exhibited normal cold sensitivity but had decreased mechanical response in nociceptors, suggesting TRPA1's role in mechanotransduction.
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November 2012 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This study found that dopamine directly induces the catagen phase in human scalp hair follicles in vitro.
September 2011 in “Clinical Biochemistry” The demineralized bone matrix scaffold is better for cell attachment than the mineralized bone allograft.
September 2011 in “Clinical Biochemistry” This article discusses how recent research suggests that aggressive video games have little effect on aggression and violence among players, calling for professional organizations to update their policy statements accordingly.
September 2011 in “Clinical Biochemistry” This review discusses the relationship between vitamin K and osteoarthritis, noting that while lower vitamin K levels are associated with increased osteoarthritis, the effects of vitamin K supplementation on the condition remain unclear due to a lack of clinical trials.
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May 2002 in “The Plant Journal” This study identified a mutant in Arabidopsis with shorter root hairs due to early growth cessation, implicating the IRE gene in regulating root hair growth duration.
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January 2017 in “Experimental Dermatology” In this study, deleting the Igf1 receptor in specific skin cells of mice affected hair follicle cycling but not overall skin health, suggesting Igf1r's role in hair cycle regulation through Bmp-4 activation.
July 2023 in “Photodermatology, Photoimmunology and Photomedicine” This review compiles existing research on infrared radiation's effects on human skin, noting both its potential harmful thermal impacts and encouraging therapeutic applications, but reports no new clinical results.
November 2014 in “International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery” This announcement explains the Fellow designation for hair restoration surgeons meeting specific educational criteria, without reporting new research findings.
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November 2021 in “World Family Medicine Journal /Middle East Journal of Family Medicine” In this study, it was found that higher test anxiety negatively correlated with lower OSCE performance among medical students at Taif Medical College, with female students experiencing a greater impact than males.
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November 2021 in “World Family Medicine Journal /Middle East Journal of Family Medicine” In this study, clinicians in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, most commonly reported using a blended consultation model, which combines elements from various approaches to enhance doctor-patient interactions.
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November 2021 in “World Family Medicine Journal /Middle East Journal of Family Medicine” This study found that COVID-19 had more severe outcomes in asthmatic patients, with increased ICU admissions and oxygen needs, particularly when asthma control was poor.
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November 2021 in “World Family Medicine Journal /Middle East Journal of Family Medicine” This study aims to determine if an integrated early childhood development package can reduce developmental delays among two-year-old children in public health centers in Pakistan.
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November 2021 in “World Family Medicine Journal /Middle East Journal of Family Medicine” This study found that although initiation of breastfeeding is common among mothers in Abha, Saudi Arabia, discontinuation before the recommended duration is prevalent, especially among those with higher education and employment.
November 2021 in “World Family Medicine Journal /Middle East Journal of Family Medicine” This study reported that women with polycystic ovarian syndrome are more likely to experience depression and have a poorer body image perception compared to healthy controls.
November 2021 in “World Family Medicine Journal /Middle East Journal of Family Medicine” In this study, 9% of gynecological cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy at a Saudi Arabian hospital contracted COVID-19, and patients with recurrent disease showed higher COVID-19 incidence and mortality.
November 2021 in “World Family Medicine Journal /Middle East Journal of Family Medicine” In this study, levothyroxine therapy showed no significant effect on blood sugar level changes in children with growth hormone deficiency in Saudi Arabia.