6 citations
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October 2015 in “Clinical Case Reports” This study highlights that scalp hair loss is an underreported side effect of somatostatin analogs therapy, potentially linked to decreased GH/IGF-1 levels or a direct drug effect.
3 citations
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October 2024 in “Advances in Therapy” In this study, Chinese children with central precocious puberty receiving 6-monthly injections of triptorelin showed luteinizing hormone suppression and slowed development of sexual characteristics over 12 months, without severe adverse events, suggesting it may be an effective treatment option for this population.
December 2025 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” In this report, a unique female presentation of IFAP syndrome is described, featuring musculoskeletal contractures but no photophobia, highlighting the importance of early detection and multidisciplinary care to improve outcomes and prevent disability.
This chapter discusses the role of orthognathic surgeons in facial feminization surgery, focusing on procedures such as forehead reduction and orbital rim contouring, but reports no new clinical results.
3 citations
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August 2013 in “International journal of research in Ayurveda and pharmacy” This study assessed the effects of the poly herbal formulation Hairbac, reporting significant improvements in hair texture, density, and loss among females with diffuse hair fall, with no adverse effects noted.
July 2026 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” In this study, researchers found that EqualsTwo Oil Free Hair Oil significantly reduced hair fall by up to 73.8% and improved hair strength, scalp condition, and growth cycle parameters in pregnant and lactating women over a 30-day period, without adverse effects.
In this study, researchers aim to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of combining plum-blossom needle tapping with ginger juice rubbing to prevent hair loss in obese women after metabolic bariatric surgery, through a randomized controlled trial involving 96 participants.
January 2007 in “Universiti Putra Malaysia Institutional Repository (Universiti Putra Malaysia)” This study concluded that keratin-gelatin composite films were more effective than bFGF-gelatin films in promoting early and uncomplicated wound healing in dogs, observing improved epithelialization and graft acceptance.
May 2024 in “Ordu Üniversitesi Hemşirelik Çalışmaları Dergisi” In this study, patients undergoing plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery reported higher levels of self-confidence if they were satisfied with their appearance, based on scores from the Coppersmith Self-Confidence Scale and other measures of self-esteem and social support.
58 citations
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January 2020 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review evaluates various kits for isolating platelet-rich plasma using established processing standards and finds they enable compliance with consensus quality criteria; ongoing research is needed to refine these procedures for improved consistency and safety.
February 2024 in “Journal of Robotic Surgery” This review described the growing field of surgical robotics and highlighted various companies producing surgical robots primarily in America and Europe, emphasizing the robots' potential to improve surgical outcomes in multiple specialties but also noting their limitations.
3 citations
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October 2023 in “Cureus” In this survey study, dermatologists in the Aseer region of Saudi Arabia generally exhibited good knowledge of isotretinoin's ocular side effects like dry eye and contact lens intolerance, but their practices varied regarding patient education and management of these effects.
December 2013 in “Macedonian Journal of Medical Sciences” This case report describes a 69-year-old woman with hirsutism and elevated serum testosterone, where surgery resolved symptoms and serum testosterone, suggesting ovarian steroid cell tumor consideration in similar profiles.
5 citations
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January 2024 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal Open Forum” This review notes that while ATX-101 showed a favorable safety profile for reducing submental fat in clinical trials, serious adverse events related to procedures have been reported in real-world use, prompting recommendations for improved management and prevention strategies.
5 citations
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February 2023 in “European journal of endocrinology” This study found that older patients with Cushing's syndrome had fewer typical symptoms of hypercortisolism, more comorbidities, and were more often treated conservatively compared to younger patients.
March 2017 in “Open access journal of surgery” This review discusses the historical development of platelet-rich fibrin from fibrin glue to platelet-enriched formulations and reports no new clinical results.
April 2026 in “Cosmetics” This review highlights that robot-assisted surgery is still in its early stages within plastic surgery, especially for aesthetic procedures, due to challenges like high costs, equipment bulkiness, and limited docking methods despite the precision advantages offered by such technology.
June 2024 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Global Open” This source reports that the JOLT technique using HA fillers is effective in lifting and tightening the lower face and neck, camouflaging the jowl, and improving marionette lines and the mandibular border.
9 citations
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February 2025 in “Biomimetics” This study highlights the potential benefits and current limitations of robotic systems in nipple-sparing mastectomies, noting their promise in reducing surgeon fatigue but pointing out challenges such as longer operating times, high costs, and limited haptic feedback.
1 citations
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March 2023 in “Nutrients” This joint consensus statement from several Polish professional associations discusses strategies for improving obesity treatment and enhancing primary care's role in managing obesity, with no new empirical data reported.
December 2025 in “Medicina” This study found that six months after bariatric surgery, Latvian patients experienced significant improvements in quality of life, weight loss, and resolution of some obesity-related symptoms, although hair loss was a common postoperative effect.
November 2025 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” This narrative review highlights innovations in regenerative medicine and longevity research within plastic surgery, emphasizing biological, ethical, and regulatory aspects. The study underscores the potential to extend healthspans while balancing these advances with ethical considerations and safety.
February 2024 in “Medicina-lithuania” This narrative review explores how obesity, related diseases, and bariatric surgery can impact hair health and the hair development cycle, highlighting potential effects such as hair thinning and telogen effluvium.
January 2022 in “Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” The book is a detailed guide on facial cosmetic surgery techniques and advancements, useful for both trainees and specialists.
15 citations
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January 2023 in “Biomaterials Research” This review explores the application and implications of 3D bioprinting in plastic surgery but reports no new clinical results, emphasizing its potential benefits and challenges for future research.
4 citations
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February 2018 in “InTech eBooks” This book offers a practical guide for dermatologists interested in expanding their skills in skin surgery and cosmetic procedures, but it reports no new research findings.
13 citations
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June 2020 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open” This study found that preserving hair grafts in platelet-rich plasma before implantation significantly improved hair density, graft uptake, and hair thickness compared to saline preservation in hair transplantation patients.
4 citations
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December 2021 in “Applied sciences” This study observed that a combination of micro-needling and low-level light/laser therapy significantly increased hair density in patients with mild to moderate androgenic alopecia, showing an increase of 12 hairs/cm² after 16 weeks, compared to baseline.
2 citations
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September 2025 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” This review highlights the potential of regenerative medicine therapies, such as biologics and emerging technologies, to significantly impact aesthetic and reconstructive procedures in plastic surgery and dermatology.
This case report highlights the diagnosis of Parry Romberg syndrome in a 52-year-old man within a primary care setting, emphasizing the importance of awareness and team discussion among family physicians for rare conditions.