September 2023 in “The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism” This study found that genetic risk factors for PCOS are linked to increased body mass index and earlier developmental milestones in childhood, indicating that PCOS may affect both sexes from early life.
180 citations
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June 2004 in “Journal of Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics” This study found that progesterone's antiseizure effects in mice occurred primarily through conversion to allopregnanolone, rather than through the progesterone receptor, as evidenced by results in PR knockout mice.
65 citations
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March 2017 in “Experimental Dermatology” This review discusses the genetic and biological factors influencing hair curliness, revealing strong links to specific protein variations, and reports no new clinical results.
14 citations
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March 2017 in “Brain research” This study suggests that ovarian cycle-related progesterone and neurosteroids regulate α2-subunit expression of GABA-A receptors in the hippocampus through a pathway independent of progesterone receptors, potentially affecting brain conditions linked to the menstrual cycle.
June 2026 in “Experimental Dermatology” This study found no strong genetic link between hair color and alopecia areata risk, although a weak inverse association with blond hair was suggested, noting the results are exploratory and require further investigation with larger cohorts.
16 citations
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March 2018 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – Global Open” This literature review suggests that early and aggressive intervention may improve outcomes for avulsive ballistic facial injuries, although further comparative studies are needed.
14 citations
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March 2017 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open” In this study, various types of minor hair follicle damage were observed during follicular unit extraction, with paring and hair bulb injury being more apparent under microscopic examination.
13 citations
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January 2017 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open” This study found that Juvéderm Ultra Plus was safe and effective for correcting severe nasolabial folds in a Chinese population, requiring less volume than Restylane while achieving similar responder rates, with fewer severe treatment site reactions.
9 citations
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January 2018 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – Global Open” Using PDRN injections and RF treatments improved revision nose surgery results without major side effects.
9 citations
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September 2016 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open” In this study, a curved nonrotary punch was found to achieve the lowest follicular unit transection rates of less than 5% compared to conventional rotary punches in hair transplantation for patients with tightly curled Afro-textured hair.
7 citations
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November 2017 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open” This review discusses the combined use of follicular unit extraction and scalp micropigmentation for hair loss treatment, reporting no new clinical results; the authors note significant industry growth.
6 citations
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March 2017 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open” This study found that both pretrimmed and direct nonshaven follicular unit extraction techniques are effective for hair transplantation, with pretrimmed having a higher calculated density and longer time requirement than direct.
September 2017 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – Global Open” This report describes six patients experiencing significant relief from migraine symptoms after undergoing hair transplantation.
17 citations
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October 2013 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open” This review examines misconceptions and gaps in the understanding of androgenic alopecia (AGA) etiopathogenesis, offering new perspectives but no new experimental results.
13 citations
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March 2015 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open” In this case report, eyelash transplantation with leg hair resulted in less frequent maintenance and no need for perming compared to using nape hair donor sources.
13 citations
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July 2023 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Global Open” This study examined attractive white celebrities and found no significant difference in central forehead height between genders, but reported narrower and downward slanting foreheads in women, which may influence facial rejuvenation and gender-affirming surgery approaches.
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.
10 citations
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October 2014 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Global Open” In this case study, Botulinum toxin type A injections were associated with improved hair growth and scalp condition in a patient with radiation-induced alopecia, though the mechanisms remain speculative.
9 citations
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June 2019 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Global Open” This study reviewed the outcomes of a limited incision lateral brow lift technique, reporting that the procedure safely resolved lateral brow hooding with a low revision rate in 150 patients, and observed no permanent nerve injuries.
7 citations
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August 2020 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open” In this study, QR 678 and QR 678 Neo formulations containing growth factors and peptides were found to be safe in vitro and promoted hair growth in vivo in an animal model, suggesting their potential as treatments for alopecia, including secondary alopecia post-chemotherapy.
5 citations
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April 2019 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open” This literature review suggests that fractional laser therapies may positively impact hair regrowth in androgenic alopecia, though current evidence is mostly limited to small studies and case reports, highlighting a need for more comprehensive randomized controlled trials to confirm their efficacy and safety.
4 citations
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April 2016 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open” This study found that scalp medical tattooing effectively improved cosmetic appearance and concealed bifid parietal whorls without complications in the patients evaluated.
4 citations
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October 2023 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Global Open” This paper notes the rising trend of cosmetic surgery in Japan and emphasizes the future importance of developing a large-scale database to provide more accurate and beneficial information. Results are not reported.
3 citations
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January 2024 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Global Open” Social media, especially Instagram and TikTok, strongly influences people's motivation for cosmetic surgery in Japan.
3 citations
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October 2023 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Global Open” This study suggests that waiting for scarred tissue to mature and preparing the recipient area with nanofat can lead to better outcomes for hair transplantation in patients with eyebrow loss due to deep facial burns.
2 citations
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September 2017 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open” This pilot study found that a single session of nanofat treatment may increase hair thickness and density in male patients with androgenic alopecia, with effects lasting up to 12 months in some cases, though results varied.
1 citations
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September 2018 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open” This study found that a single session of nanofat combined with platelet-rich plasma significantly increased hair density and thickness in male androgenic alopecia patients compared to platelet-rich plasma alone, with effects partially persisting at 12 months.
1 citations
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October 2025 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Global Open” This study found that a novel cross-linked hyaluronic acid dermal filler is safe and effective for improving lip enhancement, cheekbone augmentation, and nasolabial folds across different skin types, with significant improvements in wrinkle severity and overall facial aesthetics observed.
1 citations
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July 2024 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Global Open” Blood products can improve healing and aesthetics in plastic surgery but have inconsistent results.
1 citations
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April 2024 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Global Open” This study found that using a blunt cannula for lip augmentation is a safe and effective alternative to traditional needle methods, resulting in no bruising and high patient satisfaction, which may influence future cosmetic practices.