38 citations
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September 2017 in “Oncologist” This source reports that scalp cooling is currently the only safe and FDA-cleared method to potentially reduce chemotherapy-induced hair loss, with about a 50% chance of maintaining sufficient hair to avoid needing a wig.
29 citations
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July 2014 in “PLoS ONE” This study suggests that inactivation of β-catenin is necessary for chick retina regeneration, as it allows cells to enter the cell cycle during injury and promotes regeneration without needing FGF2.
28 citations
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January 2009 in “Cellular & Molecular Biology Letters” This study concluded that finasteride-induced DHT deficiency intensified constitutive iNOS expression in rat testicular and epididymal cells, suggesting a complex regulatory relationship needing further investigation.
20 citations
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August 2018 in “Clinics in Dermatology” This study highlights the significant psychological impact of alopecia areata, emphasizing the reciprocal relationship between the disorder and psychiatric issues, and underscores the importance of identifying patients needing additional psychological support, especially women, young individuals, and those with severe alopecia or previous psychiatric history.
7 citations
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February 2022 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” In this randomized controlled trial, intralesional vitamin D3 injections significantly improved localized alopecia areata symptoms compared to a saline placebo, with minimal and transient side effects, suggesting vitamin D3 as an effective treatment option without needing prior serum vitamin D level measurement.
6 citations
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November 2018 in “American journal of transplantation” This study reported that using UVB preirradiation and anti-CD154 antibody treatment in a humanized mouse model prolonged hair follicle allograft survival and reduced immune cell infiltration without needing generalized immunosuppression.
4 citations
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March 2022 in “Transgender Health” This study reports that psoriasis prevalence among transgender individuals is similar to that in the general population, with possible links to gender-affirming hormone therapy needing more research.
3 citations
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January 2025 in “Scientific Reports” This study found that treating asymptomatic or mild COVID-19 with cepharanthine did not significantly reduce the time to a negative test result, though 60 mg/day showed a non-significant trend needing further validation.
3 citations
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March 2020 in “The Journal of Urology” This study found that Medicare patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia had high adherence to 5-alpha reductase inhibitor therapy, which was associated with a reduced risk of needing surgical intervention.
3 citations
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October 1979 in “Laboratory animals” This study found that phenylbutazone and fluocinolone acetonide have similar anti-redness effects in both haired and hairless animals, making hairless rats a potential alternative for testing without needing depilation.
2 citations
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February 2019 in “PubMed” In this study, Biofibre® artificial hair implantation showed high patient satisfaction and low fiber loss over three years among those with androgenetic alopecia, suggesting its safety and effectiveness for both genders with limited donor supply or needing quick results.
2 citations
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March 2016 in “Journal of Mind and Medical Sciences” This study observed several mild to moderate oral adverse effects during finasteride use, which generally improved with topical treatment without needing to discontinue the drug.
1 citations
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September 2024 in “Veterinary Medicine and Science” In this study, researchers found that a single oral dose of afoxolaner was safe and effective in treating a severe case of Trixacarus caviae mange in a guinea pig, achieving full remission of clinical signs and mite eradication within 4 weeks without needing repeated treatment.
1 citations
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December 2018 in “IntechOpen eBooks” This review discusses the potential of using human hair proteomics for non-invasive diagnostic and forensic applications but reports no new results; the authors highlight areas needing further research.
January 2026 in “Journal of Biosciences and Medicines” Androgenetic alopecia treatments focus on reducing hair loss by targeting hormones, with new therapies showing promise but needing more research.
January 2026 in “Open Science Framework” This scoping review aims to map current knowledge about treatment strategies for alopecia caused by VPA (valproic acid) across various patient groups, identifying reported management strategies, supporting evidence, observed outcomes, and areas needing further research, but results are not provided.
November 2025 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International” This study reviewed 18 studies on the effects of ustekinumab and vedolizumab on alopecia in ulcerative colitis patients, finding varied outcomes ranging from significant hair regrowth to increased hair loss, with 65.5% experiencing regrowth and potential therapy benefits needing further exploration in larger trials.
March 2025 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” This study reviewed adverse events associated with low-dose oral minoxidil for treating alopecia, finding hypertrichosis and fluid retention as common, typically manageable side effects without needing treatment discontinuation.
This review discusses platelet-rich plasma therapy for hair loss and reports no new clinical results, highlighting its potential benefits, mechanisms of action, and areas needing further research.
December 2024 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” This case report describes a 3-year-old boy with atrichia with papular lesions, emphasizing that dermoscopy, showing the 'cluster of stars' appearance, facilitated diagnosis without needing a skin biopsy.
November 2024 in “Journal of Education Health and Sport” This study reviewed different hair loss treatments and suggested that microneedling, PRP therapy, hair transplantation, and certain pharmacological and supplementation approaches show varying effectiveness, with some needing further research for confirmation.
July 2024 in “The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine” In this study of Egyptian patients on hepatitis C treatment, 34% experienced skin-related side effects from sofosbuvir and daclatasvir, such as itching and hyperpigmentation, but most reactions were mild and reversible without needing to stop therapy.
January 2024 in “Advances in Cosmetic Surgery” This review highlights that robotic hair transplantation reliably and efficiently extracts follicular units with transection rates comparable to manual methods, potentially allowing more physicians to offer hair restoration without needing additional staff, and notes ongoing software advancements that could enhance aesthetic results.
December 2023 in “Anti-Aging Eastern Europe” This review discusses the interplay between polycystic ovary syndrome, aging, and fertility in women, and reports no new clinical results; the authors highlight pathways and interventions needing further research.
December 2022 in “Journal of Natural Remedies” This study found that compounds extracted from Cucurbita maxima seeds at 50 °C for 2 hours demonstrated significant binding affinities against breast cancer-related proteins, suggesting potential anticancer activity needing further in vitro and in vivo evaluation.
August 2022 in “Case reports” In this case report, isotretinoin treatment led to complete remission of folliculitis decalvans lesions in a 26-year-old male after a year and a half, despite the lack of certain histopathology images and control tests; the findings also suggest potential familial clustering needing further genetic investigation.
June 2022 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” This study found that telemedicine effectively managed common dermatological conditions like tinea, acne, hair disorders, and dermatitis during the COVID-19 pandemic, with a significant portion of patients not needing face-to-face consultations.
August 2020 in “Textile research journal” This study introduces a modular fiber model to investigate how changes in microstructural properties of wool affect its critical buckling load, highlighting potential uses and areas needing further research in wool fiber biophysics.
January 2020 in “Lʹvìvsʹkij medičnij časopis” This review explores modern scientific approaches in using bioelementology to diagnose and treat different forms of alopecia, reporting no new clinical results but identifying gaps needing further research.
1 citations
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November 2024 in “Pathogens” This study provides a comprehensive analysis of over two decades of lung microbiome research, highlighting increasing publication and citation trends, key authors, institutions, and emerging research frontiers, while identifying areas needing more exploration for future studies.