May 2017 in “InTech eBooks” Hair transplantation can lead to complications like pain, swelling, and rare serious issues, but risks can be reduced with careful practices.
105 citations,
April 2004 in “Dermatologic Therapy” The document concludes that proper diagnosis and a combination of medical, hair-care, and surgical treatments are important for managing alopecia in black women.
9 citations,
March 2013 in “ISRN Stem Cells (Online)” Skin stem cells were turned into heart cells using a chemical, suggesting a new way to treat heart attacks.
August 2020 in “Revista de chimie” Nitroglycerin ointment is now used to treat several skin conditions with fewer side effects.
45 citations,
August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Using sharp tools and the right techniques in hair transplant surgery leads to less damage to hair follicles.
33 citations,
January 2018 in “Blood” Ruxolitinib helps protect skin stem cells and keeps skin healthy in mice with skin GVHD.
2 citations,
July 2013 in “Veterinary dermatology” Dog skin with hair loss, when transplanted to mice, regrew hair, suggesting the hair loss cause is likely body-wide, not skin-specific.
35 citations,
October 2012 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Autoimmune diseases can cause hair loss, and early treatment is important to prevent permanent damage.
Different connective tissue disorders have unique symptoms and treatments, with varying outcomes and often require ongoing care from a specialist.
June 2021 in “Cosmoderma” Hair transplantation techniques have improved, making the process safer and more effective with less visible scarring.
17 citations,
January 2014 in “Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research” Patients with oral lichen planus or oral lichenoid reactions had worse cholesterol levels and a higher risk of obesity compared to healthy individuals.
30 citations,
June 2008 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The SAFE System may improve hair transplant results but isn't suitable for everyone.
January 2016 in “Georg Thieme Verlag eBooks” Hair transplantation in East Asians needs special techniques to ensure natural results and prevent complications due to their unique hair and scalp characteristics.
6 citations,
March 2019 in “Dermatologic surgery” Chilled ATPv-supplemented saline best preserves hair grafts' key genes.
November 2018 in “Springer eBooks” The document concludes that specialized hair transplant techniques can be effective, with varying success rates depending on the donor area and patient factors.
31 citations,
July 2015 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Hair restoration surgery effectively treats hair loss with natural-looking results, using techniques like stem cells and platelet-rich plasma.
21 citations,
November 1981 in “Archives of Dermatology” Ashy dermatosis may be linked to atopy and thyroid disease and can be treated with topical steroids.
9 citations,
May 2012 in “PLOS ONE” ILK is essential for skin development, pigmentation, and healing.
Hair restoration surgery has improved to transplant hair in natural groupings, but it's labor-intensive and can't fully restore normal hair density.
8 citations,
January 2008 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” Hair transplantation for men has improved, offering natural, lasting results, and may be enhanced by certain medications and future technologies.
4 citations,
November 2013 in “Hair transplant forum international” The document calls for standardized terms and definitions in hair transplant methods.
February 2023 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Careful planning and skilled surgery can make hair replacement safe and effective.
19 citations,
February 2016 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry” KCNQ potassium channels help control the sensitivity of touch receptors in the skin.
27 citations,
January 2006 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The SAFE System for hair transplants results in low damage to follicles and could make the procedure suitable for more patients.
1 citations,
January 2006 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The SAFE System may reduce hair transplant transection rates but has been critiqued for not being as minimally invasive as claimed.
February 2023 in “International journal of research - granthaalayah” The new microscope method helps study energy from pre-cancerous skin cells.
15 citations,
June 2015 in “Lasers in Medical Science” The 830-nm wavelength was most effective at promoting hair growth in rats using low-level laser therapy.
12 citations,
January 2016 in “Skin appendage disorders” Hair restoration surgery can potentially treat primary scarring alopecias, but it's important to start early medication, ensure patient remission before transplant, and monitor after surgery.
January 2024 in “Burns and trauma” The skin microbiome helps heal wounds and can be targeted to improve healing.
106 citations,
December 2015 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Correct skin biopsy techniques are crucial to avoid misdiagnosis of skin diseases.