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Platelet-rich plasma is a promising and cost-effective treatment for hair and skin issues in older adults in India.
Silk sericin dressing with collagen heals wounds faster and improves scar quality better than Bactigras.
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Combining microneedling with platelet-rich plasma enhances skin repair and collagen production but may not offer significant extra benefits.
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May 2023 in “International journal of molecular sciences” The ABCA4 gene protects hair follicle stem cells from toxic vitamin A byproducts.
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November 2021 in “European journal of medical and health sciences” Growth factors-rich plasma treatments can significantly speed up wound healing and tissue regeneration.
July 2024 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” Storing nanofat at -20°C for 7 days does not harm its ability to regenerate.
November 2013 in “Journal of clinical & experimental dermatology research” The follicular unit extraction method for hair transplants is a technique with benefits and drawbacks.
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