October 2023 in “Biomaterials” This review highlights the potential of nanotechnology for hair follicle regeneration, focusing on strategies such as hair cycle modulation, progenitor cell stimulation, and wound-induced hair neogenesis, while also discussing regulatory challenges that may affect the development of these innovative approaches.
July 2023 in “JAAD International” This study describes androgenetic alopecia as a common non-scarring hair loss condition primarily influenced by genetic factors and androgen sensitivity, notably impacting psychosocial well-being, especially in females and younger males seeking treatment.
This comprehensive review analyzes androgenetic alopecia treatments, discussing the mechanisms, costs, efficacy, and safety of FDA-approved drugs like minoxidil and finasteride, as well as newer non-FDA-approved options that have shown effectiveness across various studies.
May 2023 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” This review article reports recent advancements in understanding, diagnosing, and treating various hair loss conditions, like androgenetic alopecia and alopecia areata, including their genetic factors and new therapeutic options, while also examining the impact of COVID-19 on hair loss.
May 2023 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This review examines the efficacy of various novel treatments for androgenetic alopecia, including oral minoxidil and platelet-rich plasma, suggesting potential benefits but emphasizing the need for further high-quality clinical trials to thoroughly evaluate their effectiveness.
April 2019 in “Advances in Cosmetic Surgery” The document concludes that ongoing medical therapy is crucial for preventing hair loss, and surgical options can restore hair, with future treatments for hair loss being promising.
July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” This review discusses novel treatments for androgenetic alopecia, including therapies like platelet-rich plasma and adipose-derived stem cells, and reports no new clinical results.
February 2018 in “Medicine - Programa De Formación Médica Continuada Acreditado” This review discusses current and emerging treatments for androgenic alopecia, noting that minoxidil and finasteride are the only FDA-approved options, while other methods lack comparable evidence of efficacy.
July 2012 in “International Journal of Trichology” This article discusses various aspects of hair and scalp health, ancient philosophical perspectives on hair, and causes of hair disorders in children, without reporting new clinical results.
January 2019 in “Springer eBooks” This chapter discusses procedural therapies like platelet-rich plasma and low-level light therapy for androgenetic alopecia, but reports no new clinical findings.
30 citations
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January 2019 in “International Journal of Trichology” This study observed that androgenetic alopecia significantly impacts the quality of life in males, with personal relationships being notably affected, based on Dermatology Life Quality Index and hair-specific Skindex-29 assessments.
17 citations
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November 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This review discusses treatment options for androgenetic alopecia, highlighting the need for personalized, evidence-based approaches but reports no new clinical results.
15 citations
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April 2020 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” This study suggests platelet-rich plasma may be more effective than other non-surgical treatments for male androgenetic alopecia, while low-level laser therapy ranks highest for women; however, the evidence quality was low.
15 citations
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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.
13 citations
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July 2019 in “PubMed” This article reviews various nonsurgical treatments for patterned hair loss, emphasizing options like minoxidil, finasteride, and low-level laser therapy, but does not report specific study results.
10 citations
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April 2018 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” This study describes the prescribing habits of Spanish dermatologists, highlighting that topical minoxidil and oral finasteride are the most common treatments for male AGA and postmenopausal female AGA.
9 citations
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January 2023 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” This review discusses the use of aesthetic treatments for medical purposes and their therapeutic potential but provides no new clinical results.
8 citations
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October 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study evaluated treatments for frontal fibrosing alopecia and found hydroxychloroquine and 5a-reductase inhibitors to be most effective, with 70-72% of patients experiencing stabilization or improvement, but limitations in treatment consistency and assessment methods remain.
7 citations
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September 2021 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This review summarizes treatments for scalp involvement in dermatomyositis and suggests that therapies like low-dose naltrexone and platelet-rich plasma may warrant further investigation, although evidence remains limited.
5 citations
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September 2015 in “PubMed” This review discusses emerging treatments for androgenetic alopecia, exploring medical, procedural, and surgical options, but reports no new clinical results and highlights the need for further research.
4 citations
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May 2021 in “Dermatologic Clinics” This article reviews advancements in hair transplantation, highlighting robotic and follicular unit techniques, and discusses adjuvant modalities like platelet-rich plasma, lasers, and stem cells without reporting new clinical results.
4 citations
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November 2015 in “Hanbang an'i'bi'in'hu pibu'gwa haghoeji” This review analyzes recent research trends on alopecia and reports no new results, highlighting findings in Western medicine and TCM related to combination therapies, patients' characteristics, and treatment approaches.
3 citations
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November 2021 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This article discusses hormonal mechanisms underlying androgenetic alopecia but does not report any new findings; it reviews the roles of dihydrotestosterone and available FDA-approved treatments.
2 citations
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December 2022 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This article confirms a significant rise in hair and scalp-related disorders at tertiary outpatient dermatology centers, particularly in cases of androgenetic alopecia and frontal fibrosing alopecia.
1 citations
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January 2024 in “Brazilian Journal of Health Review” This review concluded that topical 5% Minoxidil treatment for androgenetic alopecia yielded the best results and enhancing it with other drugs or procedures further improved outcomes.
1 citations
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October 2023 in “RECIMA21 - Revista Científica Multidisciplinar - ISSN 2675-6218” This review examines the psychological impacts of androgenic alopecia on women and evaluates existing treatment methods, highlighting the need for more effective and accessible therapeutic approaches.
1 citations
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July 2023 in “Cureus” This article examines advancements in understanding and managing androgenic alopecia (male pattern baldness), discussing genetic and psychological factors, diagnostic methods, classifications, and various treatment options, including traditional and emerging therapies, to aid healthcare professionals in making informed treatment decisions.
1 citations
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October 2022 in “Current Opinion in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Obesity” This review discusses the diagnosis, management, and clinical challenges of female pattern hair loss in PCOS patients but reports no new clinical findings, highlighting the need for further research and multidisciplinary care.
1 citations
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July 2022 in “Clinical dermatology review” This review elaborates on follicular unit extraction as a hair restoration procedure and provides a detailed step-by-step guide but does not present new clinical results.
1 citations
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October 2021 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This review discusses treatment options for androgenetic alopecia in transgender and gender-diverse patients, highlighting first-line treatments like topical minoxidil and finasteride, but reports no new clinical results.