4 citations
,
January 2021 in “Journal of Clinical Medical Research” This review provides an in-depth analysis of the structure and function of c-kit activation, and its role in both normal physiological and pathological conditions, with no new research findings reported.
3 citations
,
November 2017 in “The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery” This study evaluated donor area scars in hair restoration using a new assessment scale and found that most patients had good quality scars, with average scores of 15 or less out of 40.
3 citations
,
February 2000 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The document concludes that hair restoration has improved with follicular unit transplantation, making it more scientific and precise.
2 citations
,
February 2016 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This study found that topical bimatoprost significantly improved eyelash growth in individuals with idiopathic and chemotherapy-induced eyelash hypotrichosis compared to a vehicle treatment.
2 citations
,
July 2014 in “Irish Journal of Medical Science” The meeting discussed medical findings, including benefits of certain treatments for cancer and heart conditions, and highlighted issues like poor adherence to preventive measures and skill gaps among interns.
2 citations
,
December 2004 in “Medicine” This review discusses various causes of hair loss, emphasizing the importance of a structured diagnostic approach, and reports no new clinical findings.
2 citations
,
May 2001 in “Current problems in dermatology” The conclusion is that effectively treating hair disorders is difficult due to the complex factors affecting hair growth and more research is needed to improve treatments.
2 citations
,
January 2001 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This study concluded that poliglecaprone 25 sutures may result in less postoperative discomfort and narrower scar formation compared to metal staples in hair transplantation donor site closures.
July 2025 in “Journal of Dermatology Research Reviews & Reports” In this case study, a 10-year-old girl with infantile ophiastic alopecia areata and ciliary madarosis showed excellent hair and eyelash regrowth after 56 days of treatment involving oral corticosteroids, topical minoxidil, and clobetasol hair lotion, following an initial diagnosis and psychological evaluation.
January 2018 in “Practical diabetes” In this study, leflunomide was effective in treating rheumatoid arthritis, showing comparable efficacy to methotrexate and greater response rates than sulfasalazine, but has significant side effects that require monitoring.
January 2018 in “Springer eBooks” Men and women need different facial rejuvenation treatments due to distinct aging processes and anatomical differences.
Surgeons should evaluate new technologies critically, offer a range of services including non-surgical options, and be aware of marketing influences to meet patient needs and maintain a successful practice.
June 2012 in “Springer eBooks” Eating disorders can cause various hair problems, and while hair loss in these disorders is linked to metabolic syndrome, treatment focuses on specific medications and lifestyle changes for the syndrome.
The man's scalp tightness after hair surgery affects his life and work, and it's unclear if it's due to the surgery or a mental health issue.
July 2011 in “Springer eBooks” This review discusses both conventional and new pharmaceutical treatments for hair loss, as well as various natural and herbal remedies, but reports no new clinical results.
May 2011 in “Value in Health” This review assessed patient-reported outcome measures for alopecia treatments but found that none met current FDA guidelines; however, some could potentially be adapted for more comprehensive use.
January 2009 in “Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics of North America” The document concludes that understanding risks, careful patient selection, precise surgery, quick complication management, and good communication can improve cosmetic facial surgery outcomes.
April 2005 in “Dermatologic Clinics” The document summarizes recent dermatological treatments and advances in areas like pediatric care, wound healing, skin closure, light-based therapies, pigment disorders, hair loss, immunotherapy, infection management, melanoma, drug reactions, and facial rejuvenation.
September 2003 in “Clinics in Family Practice” Different hair diseases affect people during childbearing years, with treatments ranging from medication to psychological support.
May 1991 in “Current problems in dermatology” This article reviews the relationship between the skin and the immune system and discusses how skin manifestations can indicate immunodeficiencies but reports no new research findings.
2 citations
,
November 2017 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” This study found that serum myo-inositol oxygenase levels do not differ between women with polycystic ovary syndrome and healthy controls, suggesting that MI deficiency in PCOS is not due to MIOX levels.
373 citations
,
September 2009 in “Obstetrics & Gynecology” This review examines the best available evidence for diagnosing and managing PCOS but reports no new clinical results.
research Acne
231 citations
,
April 2005 in “The New England Journal of Medicine” This article discusses the treatment considerations for a 17-year-old boy with a six-month history of acne but reports no new research findings.
213 citations
,
December 2020 in “Annals of internal medicine” This study observed that 32% of COVID-19 patients experienced persistent symptoms, including fatigue, dyspnea, and loss of taste or smell, 30 to 45 days after their initial diagnosis.
165 citations
,
September 2003 in “Toxicology and applied pharmacology” This review discusses the pharmacology and toxicology of cyclooxygenase in skin, highlighting its role in inflammation, wound healing, and tumorigenesis, without presenting new clinical results.
153 citations
,
August 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This paper introduces the Follicular Unit Extraction procedure and its accompanying FOX Test, finding that 60% of tested patients were suitable candidates for this minimally invasive hair transplantation method.
151 citations
,
May 2014 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” This review concluded that oral finasteride for men and topical minoxidil for both genders have the most evidence supporting their effectiveness and safety for treating androgenetic alopecia.
122 citations
,
November 1984 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This review discusses the potential autoimmune pathogenesis and various contributing factors of alopecia areata, noting that current treatments remain palliative while emerging therapies offer new hope for extensive cases.
119 citations
,
June 1993 in “BMJ” This article discusses the high toxicity and potential use of thallium as a poison, highlighted by two cases of intentional thallium poisoning.
108 citations
,
January 2003 in “Fertility and Sterility” This study found that flutamide at 250 mg daily modestly improved hair thinning in premenopausal women with hyperandrogenic alopecia over one year, while cyproterone acetate and finasteride were not effective.