16 citations
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January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” This review explores new theories, diagnostic tools, and management strategies for primary cicatricial alopecia but reports no new clinical findings.
15 citations
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January 2014 in “BioMed Research International” This review discusses the concept of drug repositioning and highlights fragmin and protamine as emerging biomaterials for tissue engineering and regenerative medicine, but it reports no new clinical results.
14 citations
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December 2022 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” This study reports that negative pressure wound therapy combined with PRP may effectively accelerate wound healing and reduce mortality in diabetic foot ulcers, with albumin and age identified as independent predictors of mortality risk.
14 citations
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October 2020 in “Natural Products and Bioprospecting” This review discusses current topical treatments, natural products, and complementary therapies for androgenetic alopecia, but it reports no new clinical results.
14 citations
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October 2017 in “European Journal of Medical Research” In this study, platelet-rich plasma injections in mice promoted hair growth and angiogenesis compared to control, as evidenced by longer hair lengths and increased vessel formation.
12 citations
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June 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review examines the potential of biomaterial-based wound dressings in managing diabetic foot ulcers, highlighting their versatility and therapeutic properties for promoting wound healing in individuals with diabetes mellitus.
12 citations
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August 2018 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” This study observed that adipose-derived stem cells modified with trichogenic factors have similar properties to dermal papilla cells and show enhanced hair regeneration potential compared to unmodified adipose-derived stem cells.
12 citations
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July 2008 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” This article outlines a targeted approach for optimal upper facial rejuvenation in male patients but presents no new clinical findings.
12 citations
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September 2020 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” This study found that trichoscopy aided in assessing treatment responses for patchy alopecia areata, with both intralesional corticosteroids and platelet-rich plasma showing effectiveness, but only PRP significantly improved patient symptom impact scores.
12 citations
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March 2018 in “Bioengineering” This review discusses the use of non-transfusional hemocomponents in surgical procedures for tissue regeneration and reports no new empirical findings.
11 citations
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October 1980 in “Archives of Dermatology” This case report describes a 75-year-old woman with pustular psoriasis who developed Beau's lines on her nails, coinciding with episodes of telogen effluvium.
10 citations
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April 2018 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” This study describes the prescribing habits of Spanish dermatologists, highlighting that topical minoxidil and oral finasteride are the most common treatments for male AGA and postmenopausal female AGA.
10 citations
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January 2016 in “Dermatologic Clinics” This review discusses the side effects and monitoring guidelines for commonly prescribed systemic acne treatments and reports no new clinical findings.
9 citations
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September 2024 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” This study found that intrauterine PRP infusion is a safe and effective treatment for patients with refractory thin endometrium and implantation failures, with the improvement primarily driven by the angiogenic cytokines in PRP.
9 citations
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July 2019 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” This pilot study suggests that topical PRP may improve facial rejuvenation, with observed enhancements in collagen production and skin architecture over 8 weeks.
8 citations
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December 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” In this study, successful treatment outcomes with platelet-rich plasma injections in patients with IC/BPS and rUTI were associated with specific cytokine concentrations, particularly lower TNF-α levels.
8 citations
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February 2020 in “Fertility and Sterility” This study discusses treatment approaches for refractory Asherman syndrome, highlighting the potential role of CD133+ bone marrow-derived stem cells in conjunction with hysteroscopy for endometrial regeneration and improved pregnancy outcomes.
8 citations
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February 2009 in “Current Women's Health Reviews” This review discusses the impact of testosterone therapy on postmenopausal women's sexual function and well-being but notes a lack of long-term safety studies and debates on defining androgen insufficiency.
8 citations
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May 1998 in “Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery” This article discusses the importance of oral and maxillofacial surgeons understanding the pathogenesis and treatment of acne vulgaris, but it presents no new research findings.
7 citations
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January 2024 in “Regenerative Biomaterials” This study developed a multifunctional core-shell fiber dressing that preserves platelet-rich plasma for 180 days, facilitating sustained growth factor release and improved wound healing.
7 citations
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February 2022 in “Journal of Personalized Medicine” This meta-analysis found that platelet-rich plasma treatments significantly increased hair density in patients with androgenic alopecia, with results influenced by treatment frequency and patient age.
7 citations
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May 2021 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” This review highlights platelet-rich plasma as a promising nonsurgical treatment for female pattern hair loss, but it reports no new clinical results.
7 citations
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February 2021 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This review discusses various pathologies involving sebaceous glands, primarily and secondarily, but reports no new clinical findings.
7 citations
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April 2019 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” This study found that repeated applications of both nonactivated and activated PRP in rats led to increased hypersensitivity to pain, which may be linked to elevated nerve growth factor levels and inflammatory mediators.
6 citations
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October 2024 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” This study reported that the use of composite RGDmix hydrogel improved the survival and proliferation of human amniotic mesenchymal stem cells and increased growth factor expression, enhancing wound healing through the RGDSP/integrin αv/PI3K/AKT signaling pathway.
6 citations
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May 2021 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” This study found that intradermal injections of platelet-rich plasma were equally safe and effective for treating androgenetic alopecia, with higher platelet numbers possibly enhancing hair density and follicle diameter.
6 citations
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January 2020 in “International journal of biological sciences” In this study, deletion of ROBO4 in mice ameliorated hair loss caused by elevated PAF levels, suggesting potential interplay with VLDLR-related pathways.
5 citations
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January 2025 in “Burns & Trauma” This study suggests that activating the PPARs/SHH-mitochondrial axis may enhance diabetic wound healing by improving endothelial cell metabolism and angiogenesis, indicating potential for PPAR agonists in treating diabetic foot ulcers.
5 citations
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January 2019 in “Revista Latino-americana De Enfermagem” In this study, the direct cost of producing autologous platelet rich plasma gel in a Rio de Janeiro university hospital was found to be US $4.88 per session, highlighting its potential as a low-cost and accessible treatment option within the Unified Health System.
5 citations
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February 2015 in “Journal of Bio- and Tribo-Corrosion” This study found that plasma jets can effectively clean and oxidize human hair fibers, with argon/oxygen plasma having the strongest effects, suggesting potential as an alternative to peroxide treatment.