February 2026 in “Journal of Korea Society of Ingrielogy” This review discusses the potential immuno-regenerative effects of polydioxanone threads in hair loss treatment, focusing on tissue responses and immune modulation, but does not report clinical results.
December 2025 in “Zagazig University Medical Journal” This review discusses polydioxanone threads as a promising, minimally invasive treatment for androgenetic alopecia in both males and females, but notes that further research is needed to optimize protocols and outcomes.
January 2023 in “Al-Azhar International Medical Journal (Print)” This pilot study found that using polydioxanone monofilament threads for scalp stringing resulted in significant hair regrowth and increased hair density in male patients with vertex androgenetic alopecia (crown baldness) over six months, showing favorable and promising outcomes.
January 2021 in “Hair therapy & transplantation” This study reports encouraging results in treating androgenetic alopecia by combining injectable PRF and PDO thread insertion on the scalp.
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January 2025 in “PubMed” This study compared the effectiveness of different thread types in improving collagen profiles in UVB-exposed aging model rats, finding that PCL threads were more effective than PDO and PLLA in enhancing dermal collagen characteristics.
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January 2024 in “Egyptian Dental Journal /Egyptian Dental Journal” This study observed that injecting minimally cross-linked hyaluronic acid with PDO smooth threads in female patients with dry, cracked lips led to significant improvements in lip texture, elasticity, and reduced fissure depth, effects that lasted up to nine months with additional booster injections.
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May 2017 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Results are not reported in this letter to the editor on the use of scalp threading with polydioxanone monofilament threads for hair restoration.
September 2025 in “AESTHETIC OROFACIAL SCIENCE” This study found that polidioxanona threads increased hair density and satisfaction in treating various types of alopecia, with no adverse events reported, though the small sample limits broader conclusions.
August 2024 in “International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)” In this study, 10 men with androgenetic alopecia who did not respond to standard treatments showed significant hair regrowth and satisfaction after being treated with polydioxanone scalp threads, suggesting a potential therapeutic advantage for this approach.
January 2017 in “Journal of cosmetology & trichology” In this study, polydioxanone threads significantly reduced hair loss and promoted hair regrowth in patients with androgenetic alopecia who did not respond to minoxidil and finasteride.
January 2025 in “Scripta Medica” In this study, PDO, PLLA, and PCL thread implants in ageing rat skin did not alter MMP1 gene expression but maintained collagen levels similar to young skin without UV-B exposure, suggesting possible benefits for skin collagen but not gene expression modification.
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January 2021 This chapter explains the mechanisms of facial aging and evaluates non-surgical treatments like thread lifts, platelet concentrates, high intensity focused ultrasound, and radio frequency for addressing aging signs, highlighting their potential for excellent patient outcomes.
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January 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” The editorial introduces various topics on laser and cosmetic treatments in a medical journal.
July 2023 in “AESTHETIC OROFACIAL SCIENCE” This article reviews the use of polydioxanone (PDO) threads for facial rejuvenation and reports no new clinical findings, highlighting their safety and potential for natural, durable results.
April 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” The editorial introduces studies on various cosmetic and laser treatments, their effectiveness, and posttreatment care.
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December 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that combining poly-l-lactic acid microthread therapy with minoxidil improved hair density and appearance more effectively than minoxidil alone in women with androgenetic alopecia.
January 2024 in “Dermatology Review” This study assessed the quality of social media information about thread lifting and found it generally low across platforms, with YouTube rated highest. The researchers emphasized the need for dermatologists and plastic surgeons to provide better-quality content and for platforms to monitor health-related information conscientiously.
July 2025 in “Egyptian Journal of Medical Research” This study found that platelet-rich plasma significantly improved hair density and thickness compared to monofilament thread implantation in treating androgenetic alopecia.
August 2023 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This study reviewed evidence suggesting that certain types of wounds might stimulate localized hair growth in humans, noting anecdotal reports and mixed efficacy of treatments like microneedling and lasers for androgenetic alopecia, but emphasized that further research is needed.
October 2013 in “InTech eBooks” Successful outcomes depend on accurate diagnosis and strong doctor-patient relationships.
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September 2018 in “Medical Clinics of North America” This article reviews the biological causes and treatment options for facial aging but reports no new clinical findings.
This study reported that autologous platelet-rich plasma injections significantly improved stress urinary incontinence symptoms in women without affecting sexual function, suggesting it as a promising minimally invasive treatment option.
In this study, women with stress urinary incontinence who received a platelet-rich plasma injection experienced significant improvement in symptoms without significant adverse reactions.
In this interventional study, researchers observed that women with stress urinary incontinence experienced significant symptom improvement one and three months after receiving autologous platelet-rich plasma injections, with no notable impact on sexual function or adverse reactions reported.
This study reported that women with stress urinary incontinence experienced significant symptom improvement at one and three months following autologous platelet-rich plasma injections, highlighting this minimally invasive treatment as effective and safe.
June 2026 in “WORLD JOURNAL OF PLASTIC SURGERY” This study highlights that modern facial rejuvenation techniques have shifted toward minimally invasive injectable methods, with botulinum toxin and hyaluronic acid fillers effectively reducing wrinkles, enhancing facial features, and temporarily addressing age-related facial changes as alternatives to more invasive surgery.
September 2025 in “Cureus” This narrative review highlights recent advancements in anti-ageing cosmetic procedures, emphasizing personalized interventions that improve patient outcomes and quality of life. The review synthesized evidence from 144 articles to assess the effectiveness and potential side effects of surgical and non-surgical techniques for facial rejuvenation.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprosy Sciences” This review discusses the various off-label treatments for alopecia areata, highlighting that these therapies may promote hair growth but are not curative.
January 2024 in “Surgical & Cosmetic Dermatology” This review discusses recent research on exosomes' role in dermatology, highlighting their involvement in skin diseases and rejuvenation and exploring therapeutic possibilities in these areas.
July 2018 in “Plastic and Aesthetic Nursing” This research abstract provides information about the publisher, Wolters Kluwer Health, and the journal's subscription services, but it doesn’t describe a specific study or research findings. Results are not reported.