26 citations
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December 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that the acceleration of endothelial to mesenchymal transition due to loss of Notch signaling led to delayed wound healing and increased scarring in skin wounds.
28 citations
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November 2009 in “Journal of Structural Biology” This study found that the molecular structure of hair is more sensitive to synchrotron X-ray radiation than its supramolecular architecture, indicating potential concerns for biological analyses using such radiation.
July 2026 in “Lasers in Medical Science” In this study, the Peninsula Timerevert Needle was found to provide effective treatment for skin photoaging and acne scars with less pain and shorter treatment duration compared to EndyMed, although it caused more bleeding.
41 citations
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September 2005 in “Wound Repair and Regeneration” This study found that hydrogen peroxide interfered with scarless healing in a murine fetal wound repair model, potentially by inducing transforming growth factor-beta1, which may contribute to increased fibrosis.
27 citations
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March 2006 in “Dermatologic surgery” This review discusses the widespread acceptance of micropigmentation for cosmetic purposes and its various medical applications, but reports no new clinical findings.
17 citations
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June 2018 in “Frontiers in Physiology” This study found that acellular dermal matrix scaffolds may facilitate full-thickness skin wound healing by promoting a pro-regenerative immune response through M2 macrophage polarization via the Lamtor1 pathway.
4 citations
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October 2008 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This case report highlights a rare presentation of hair-thread tourniquet syndrome in a two-year-old child, emphasizing that prompt identification and removal of the constricting fiber is crucial for successful treatment and prevention of tissue damage.
8 citations
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January 2024 in “Journal of Materials Chemistry B” In this study, acellular dermal matrix hydrogels significantly improved healing in a rat model of radiation-induced skin injury by promoting angiogenesis and modulating inflammation, suggesting potential as a novel treatment for this common radiotherapy complication.
4 citations
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January 2017 in “Annals of Dermatology” Frequent hairdryer use may worsen hair fragility in people with Pili Annulati.
1 citations
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January 2000 in “Journal of pharmacopuncture” This study confirmed that microneedle therapy systems (MTS) significantly improve hair growth and skin conditions, including acne and acne scars, without serious side effects.
27 citations
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September 2008 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This study describes patients with moderate to severe scarring alopecia of the scalp margin and suggests that traction is not the sole cause for this condition, as half of the patients had no history of harsh hairstyling practices.
April 2026 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This research observed that diabetes impairs wound healing in mice by disrupting key mechanotransduction pathways in fibroblasts, which are crucial for the healing process. The study also suggests transcriptomic changes could inform future diabetic wound repair therapies.
7 citations
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September 2018 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” This case report describes a patient who developed acute, painful lymphadenopathy after microneedling with platelet-rich plasma, suggesting a need to include this potential risk in patient consent forms and education.
Post-earthquake, skin issues like dermatitis and infections were common due to trauma, disinfectants, and stress.
4 citations
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May 2020 in “The journal of pediatrics/The Journal of pediatrics” This case report details the diagnosis of monilethrix in a 4-year-old boy, characterized by brittle hair and specific dermoscopic findings, and highlights the condition's hereditary nature and management through avoiding mechanical hair damage.
February 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study observed that trichoscopic examination revealed specific signs of secondary post-traumatic cicatricial alopecia in patients with mine-explosive injuries and burns, and reported an 84.1% hair survival rate following transplantation and PRP therapy, with marked improvements in scalp condition after 12 months.
January 2024 in “Turkiye Klinikleri Journal of Dermatology” This review discusses the potential of microneedling as a treatment for hair loss, suggesting it may stimulate hair growth through controlled skin trauma and growth factor release, but notes clinical data are limited and lacks standardized procedures.
9 citations
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September 1997 in “Dermatologic Surgery” In this paper, the authors describe a standardized micrografting technique for hair transplantation that significantly speeds up the procedure and minimizes surgical trauma, enhancing graft survival.
9 citations
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October 2020 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” In this study, researchers found that microglia play a crucial role in neurogenesis and brain regeneration in zebrafish by regulating inflammatory signaling, and their absence impairs these processes.
6 citations
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April 2010 in “The American Journal of Surgical Pathology” This report highlights two cases where trichoblastoma in the breast was initially misdiagnosed as malignancy due to diagnostic challenges in needle core biopsies, emphasizing the importance of expert dermatopathologic review.
1 citations
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November 2017 in “Skin appendage disorders” Ingrown hairs are a common feature in scarring alopecias due to follicular damage.
June 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study reports that autologous micrografting may effectively treat stretch marks by promoting extracellular matrix remodeling and enhancing fibroblast activity, potentially expanding therapeutic options for this condition.
13 citations
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July 2020 in “Anais brasileiros de dermatologia/Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” This article discusses the use of trichoscopy as a helpful tool for early diagnosis and monitoring of dissecting cellulitis, but it reports no new clinical results.
4 citations
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October 2021 in “Journal of Cellular and Molecular Medicine” This study observed that mature neutrophils and their extracellular traps inhibit wound-induced hair follicle neogenesis in mice, despite being stimulated by pro-regenerative cues.
December 2017 in “Journal of the Portuguese Society of Dermatology and Venereology” This article outlines the benefits and applications of the trichophytic closure technique in hair transplant surgery, noting its role in improving cosmetic outcomes for donor area scars.
October 2022 in “Hair Transplantation” This review discusses scalp micropigmentation for hair loss and scarring and reports no clinical results; the authors highlight its use as both a standalone and adjunct treatment.
39 citations
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May 2015 in “Advanced drug delivery reviews” This review discusses skin tissue engineering and highlights the potential role of microRNAs in improving bioengineered skin equivalents, concluding that further exploration of microRNA targets could address unmet clinical needs.
29 citations
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November 2014 in “Experimental Dermatology” This study found that α-MSH administration before skin wounding in adult mice reduced inflammation and scar area, suggesting a potential pathway to more regenerative healing.
6 citations
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July 2023 in “Diabetology” This study in an animal model found that Rigenera® technology's use of autologous micrografts improved wound healing in diabetic rats by increasing factors like VEGF-A, IL4, and IL10 while reducing TNF-α and oxidative stress.
May 2026 in “IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences” This study evaluated the use of automated microneedling therapy for managing facial scars, finding significant improvement in scar size and vascularity with minimal complications, particularly between the second and third treatment sessions, and achieving good to excellent patient satisfaction in two-thirds of participants.