21 citations
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February 2017 in “Dermatologic surgery” In this study, different donor and recipient site preparation techniques for melanocyte-keratinocyte suspension were associated with similar repigmentation outcomes in stable vitiligo, but efficacy varied by body site.
20 citations
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December 2003 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” This study found that an 800-nm diode laser was effective for reducing pigmented hair and extending hair plucking intervals, with most patients tolerating the procedure well without anesthetics.
19 citations
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March 2019 in “Behavioural Brain Research” This study found that repeated finasteride administration in male Wistar rats led to increased depression-like behavior, suggesting an animal model for investigating finasteride's neuropsychiatric effects is viable.
19 citations
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February 2017 in “Journal of radiation research” This study found that high-dose radiation can induce accelerated cellular senescence, inflammation, and loss of epithelial stem cells in mouse and human skin, contributing to radiation dermatitis.
19 citations
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January 2012 in “International Journal of Trichology” This case series suggests that Propionibacterium acnes colonization may contribute to the development of hair casts and diffuse non-scarring alopecia, as patients' symptoms improved with antibiotics targeting the bacteria.
18 citations
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May 2017 in “Fertility Research and Practice” This study found that increased ovarian volume is associated with markers of insulin resistance in women with polycystic ovary syndrome, while follicle number was not linked to metabolic risk.
17 citations
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April 2021 in “Clinical Phytoscience” This review discusses the ethnobotanical uses and phytochemistry of Plumbago zeylanica L., highlighting its potential pharmacological benefits for conditions such as diabetes and cardiovascular disorders, but reports no new experimental findings.
17 citations
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May 2015 in “Nanomedicine: Nanotechnology, Biology and Medicine” This study found that lipid nanocarriers called squarticles, conjugated with an antibody, enhanced minoxidil uptake in dermal papilla cells, potentially improving alopecia treatments.
16 citations
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April 2011 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This article overviews dermatologic findings in forensic pathology and reports no new results; it emphasizes the importance of recognizing skin manifestations in identifying types of injury.
15 citations
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November 2023 in “Supportive Care in Cancer” In this publication, a collaborative group reviewed the role of dermocosmetics in cancer care and formulated recommendations for using these products to manage skin toxicities and minimize treatment interruptions associated with cancer therapies.
15 citations
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October 2006 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This case report describes subcutaneous emphysema in a patient's forearm as a rare complication of liquid nitrogen spray used on hypertrophic actinic keratosis, resolving spontaneously within a day.
14 citations
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July 2016 in “Fertility and Sterility” This study found that increasing the follicle number criteria for diagnosing PCOS to 25 per ovary excluded some women who continue to show evidence of metabolic risk.
14 citations
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March 2020 in “Scientific Reports” This study found that dual-frequency ultrasound with microbubble cavitation significantly enhanced minoxidil delivery and hair growth in both lab and animal models compared to single-frequency ultrasound, without damaging the skin in mice.
14 citations
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February 2020 in “Stem Cells International” This study reported that a single local subcutaneous infusion of mesenchymal stromal cells from the human umbilical cord promoted wound healing, improved blood circulation, and reduced wound size in patients with chronic wounds without significant adverse effects over one year.
13 citations
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August 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This paper introduces Follicular Unit Extraction and reports the FOX Test can identify suitable candidates, with about 25% of patients being ideal and 35% being good candidates for the procedure.
13 citations
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May 2019 in “Cancer Prevention Research” This study found that a three-month regimen of leucoselect phytosome, a grape seed extract complex, was well tolerated and significantly reduced bronchial proliferation markers in heavy active and former smokers.
13 citations
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September 2018 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article discusses the unique aspects of hair transplantation for achieving natural and dense coverage, but it provides no new clinical results.
12 citations
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January 2010 in “Pediatric Health” This review discusses treatment strategies for PCOS, focusing on using insulin-sensitizing medications alongside weight reduction and exercise to improve hyperinsulinemia and hyperandrogenism, and reports no new results.
10 citations
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April 2016 in “Research and reports in transdermal drug delivery” This review discusses the potential of follicular drug delivery systems to target the pilosebaceous unit and reports no new research findings.
10 citations
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September 2020 in “Biopolymers” This study found that bleached hair showed optimal protein structural integrity and tensile strength at pH 5, with significant changes in cross-linking, water content, and diameter at more alkaline or acidic levels.
10 citations
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January 2007 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This study reported that a new surgical technique resulted in minimal scars visible to the naked eye in most cases, suggesting a significant improvement over conventional closure techniques.
9 citations
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November 2015 in “Key Engineering Materials” This abstract discusses the challenges faced by the wool industry in Baluchistan, Pakistan, highlighting the need for improved education and technical resources for wool shearing and processing, but reports no new research results.
9 citations
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September 2015 in “Medical Clinics of North America” This article reviews common dermatologic procedures, focusing on skin biopsy techniques, with no new clinical results reported.
9 citations
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February 2018 in “Forensic Science International” This study investigated the identity of Victor Vinnetou as Mbuyisa Makhubu using forensic facial comparison and DNA testing, but the findings were inconclusive, requiring further investigation.
9 citations
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July 2011 in “Scientific Reports” This study suggests that human evolution involved accelerated changes in the HR gene, affecting its role in mediating postnatal hair cycling.
9 citations
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March 2011 in “Oxidative stress and disease” This review explores herbal medications for skin disorders, covering their clinical efficacy, safety, and common drug interactions, but reports no new clinical results.
9 citations
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January 2005 in “Experimental dermatology” The researchers observed that normal murine hair follicles are direct targets for melatonin, with receptor expression varying throughout the hair cycle, suggesting melatonin's role in hair cycle control.
8 citations
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January 2013 in “Medicinal chemistry” This study reported that among 10 tested 2-(4-chlorophenyl)-5-aryl-1,3,4-oxadiazole compounds, compound 4c showed the highest activity against cancer cell lines, with a 95.37% average growth rate.
7 citations
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March 2019 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” This study found that African and Caucasian hair contain the most lipids, and depletion of these lipids leads to less water retention and increased water desorption, with Caucasian hair showing improved breaking tenacity after lipid extraction.
7 citations
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November 2018 in “International Journal of Research -GRANTHAALAYAH” This study introduces a tabletop technique demonstrating that endogenous biomagnetic fields from human hair can induce red blood cells agglutination and Rouleaux formations.