January 2023 in “Annali di stomatologia” This review traces the development and application of Platelet-rich Plasma in regenerative medicine, emphasizing its role in tissue healing and bone regeneration, but reports no new clinical results.
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May 2005 in “Hair transplant forum international” This study evaluated the effectiveness of follicular units and growth factors derived from autologous platelet-rich plasma in improving hair growth and density in 23 male patients with pattern hair loss.
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November 2020 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” This study found that placenta-derived mesenchymal stem cells overexpressing PRL-1 inhibited adipogenesis in orbital fibroblasts from Graves’ ophthalmopathy patients by modulating specific signaling pathways, suggesting a potential therapeutic strategy.
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January 1989 in “Carcinogenesis” This study found that dexamethasone treatment inhibited the inflammatory response and the induction of ornithine decarboxylase activity in mouse skin after TPA application, although the effect on ODC was weaker during the hyperplastic stage.
November 2022 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study observed that three-dimensional cultures of dermal papilla cells enhanced endothelial cell migration and angiogenesis in vitro, which may improve vascularization in tissue-engineered skin constructs.
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.
26 citations
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March 2013 in “Journal of Biomedical Materials Research Part A” This study demonstrated that PEGDA hydrogel microwells successfully supported cell survival and proliferation while mimicking hair follicle architecture in vitro, suggesting a potential tool for hair follicle engineering.
September 2022 in “British Dental Journal” Platelet-rich fibrin is becoming popular for medical and cosmetic uses like hair growth and natural fillers.
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July 2015 in “PubMed” This review summarizes existing literature on PDGF's role in adipose-derived stem cells, highlighting PDGFRβ's functions in inhibiting white adipocyte differentiation and promoting proliferation and angiogenesis.
July 2020 in “CRS 2020 Virtual Annual Meeting” This study found that the newly developed microarray patches for intradermal delivery of finasteride showed high drug content and significantly improved skin deposition compared to existing methods.
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August 2011 in “The EMBO Journal” The enzyme PA-PLA1α is important for proper hair follicle development.
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December 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that after treatment with platelet-rich plasma, male androgenetic alopecia patients showed significant improvements in hair count, hair diversity, and reduction in certain dermoscopic features.
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May 2000 in “Endocrinology” This study identified a new gene, mrp4, in mice, which suggests it may have a unique role in the growth and development of hair follicles in the ears and tails.
July 2026 in “Research Square” October 2025 in “Environment International” This study reports that prenatal and prepubertal exposure to organochlorine compounds and perfluoroalkyl substances may affect pubertal development at age 12, with observed changes in development patterns in both girls and boys, highlighting the need for further research.
3 citations
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January 2018 in “Biomedical dermatology” This study found that epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) may reduce paclitaxel-induced apoptosis in human dermal papilla cells by regulating microRNA expression related to apoptosis and cell proliferation.
3 citations
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February 2019 in “Molecular genetics and metabolism” This study found that coadministration of tadalafil and finasteride improved lower urinary tract symptoms and erectile function in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia better than finasteride alone over 26 weeks.
August 2026 in “Materials & Design” This study developed a multifunctional 3D-printed hydrogel scaffold, SH-EGCG, that showed promising results for repairing infected diabetic wounds; in lab and animal tests, it demonstrated antibacterial activity, enhanced wound healing, and improved tissue regeneration and remodeling through various supportive mechanisms.
12 citations
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June 2020 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” This study found that the PP2A-B55α regulatory subunit is crucial for ectodermal development in mice, with knockout embryos displaying severe neural and epidermal defects and failing to survive to birth.
April 2026 in “International Journal of Nursing Education and Research” This study found that a structured teaching program significantly improved adolescent girls' knowledge of polycystic ovary syndrome.
January 2014 in “Journal of Central South University(Science and Technology)” This study found that poly(propylene carbonate maleate) microspheres can successfully prolong finasteride release over 42 days, showing potential for long-term sustained drug delivery.
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August 2023 in “Journal of Dentomaxillofacial Science” This study found that freeze-dried homologous platelet-rich plasma (FD HPRP) increased osteocalcin levels in cultured osteoblasts, suggesting its potential to support bone regeneration in periodontal treatment.
4 citations
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February 2024 in “Scientific Reports” This study found that Platelet Rich Plasma is effective as a direct pulp capping agent, comparable to Mineral Trioxide Aggregate, but with potentially better cellular dentinogenic responses and homogenous tissue formation in dogs.
December 2021 in “Figshare” This study found that BBS7 is important for Sonic hedgehog signaling activity, which may be crucial for maintaining periodontal ligament homeostasis in occlusal hypofunction.
25 citations
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May 2020 in “Daehan saengsik uihak hoeji/Clinical and experimental reproductive medicine” This article discusses the potential benefits of platelet-rich plasma injections in ovarian tissue to improve reproductive outcomes in IVF for older individuals and proposes a mechanism to enhance embryo ploidy rescue, but reports no new clinical results.
April 2008 in “Progrès en Urologie” 13 citations
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January 2010 in “Immunopharmacology and immunotoxicology” This study found that increased Bcl-2 protein expression after DPCP treatment was associated with hair regrowth in alopecia areata patients, suggesting its role in inhibiting apoptosis.
12 citations
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February 2017 in “International journal of developmental neuroscience” This study observed that reduced in utero exposure to the neurosteroid allopregnanolone increased anxiety-like behavior in female guinea pigs during the juvenile period without affecting long-term allopregnanolone levels.
87 citations
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March 2020 in “Australian Dental Journal” This review discusses different preparation and application methods of platelet-rich plasma in dental regenerative medicine and reports no new results, highlighting its potential and associated controversies.
This study found that encapsulating dermal papilla spheroids in alginate hydrogel with extracellular matrix proteins increased alkaline phosphatase activity, suggesting an enhanced manipulation of dermal papilla activity.