February 2018 in “Journal of dermatology & cosmetology” This study investigated a combination of high negative pressure microdermabrasion with intralesional steroid injections for treating alopecia areata, comparing its effectiveness to steroid injections alone.
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March 2017 in “Expert Opinion on Investigational Drugs” This review examines the potential of bimatoprost for treating various types of eyelash and eyebrow hypotrichosis, discussing its pharmacological properties but providing no new clinical results.
October 2015 in “CRC Press eBooks” This review discusses various surgical techniques for treating androgenetic and scarring alopecia and highlights the importance of understanding scalp anatomy and hair physiology, but it does not present new clinical results.
January 2009 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery” This study evaluated surgical methods for treating cicatricial alopecia and found that factors such as size, location, and shape are crucial in deciding the approach, with good outcomes seen in 18 out of 24 patients.
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May 2024 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” This study suggests that ivermectin 1% cream may be effective in treating scalp rosacea, as observed in a small case series involving five adult patients over 12 weeks.
July 2022 in “Al-Mağallaẗ al-ʻirāqiyyaẗ li-l-ṣaydalaẗ” In this study, topical azelaic acid cream 20% was observed to show acceptable efficacy for treating localized alopecia areata of the scalp, offering a potential therapeutic alternative to topical clobetasol ointment 0.05%.
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January 2001 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Photodynamic therapy was effective in treating multiple scalp basal cell carcinomas with minimal side effects and good cosmetic results.
August 2023 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This systematic review suggests that botulinum toxin may be effective for treating certain scalp conditions, but the current evidence varies widely in quality and often derives from small observational studies.
Infliximab was effective in treating a scalp condition that did not respond to other treatments.
September 2021 in “Farmacja Polska” In this summary of needle mesotherapy's role in treating alopecia, the researchers highlight its use in delivering beneficial substances directly to the skin or hair follicles, showing hair loss reduction after one treatment and hair regrowth after several sessions, although contraindications exist for certain populations.
September 2021 in “Hair transplant forum international” This case report documents severe scalp necrosis and permanent scarring in a man following synthetic hair implantation, which was performed without sufficient risk disclosure.
January 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Topical imiquimod is as effective as 5-fluorouracil for treating actinic keratosis, with about a 5% risk of it turning into squamous cell carcinoma.
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October 2003 in “Dermatologic Clinics” This article discusses the complexities of treating hair and scalp disorders in African American patients, emphasizing the importance of understanding their specific hair care practices and the unique impact on quality of life, but reports no new empirical findings.
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July 2019 in “International journal of research in dermatology” This study reported that intralesional triamcinolone acetonide was more effective than intralesional PRP for treating scalp alopecia areata, with minimal recurrence and side effects like atrophy and hypopigmentation.
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November 2023 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This commentary discusses whether topical steroids or topical calcineurin inhibitors are better for treating scalp atrophy caused by steroid use in patients with scarring alopecia, but specific results or conclusions are not provided.
January 2019 in “Clinical pediatric dermatology” This review discusses the use of follicular unit extraction and scalp micropigmentation in treating male pattern baldness, noting that scalp micropigmentation provides a non-surgical option to emulate natural hair appearance without downtime.
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May 2020 in “Journal of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery” This systematic review found inconclusive evidence on the effectiveness of botulinum toxin for treating alopecia and highlighted the need for further prospective randomized controlled trials.
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June 2010 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery” This study found that complete surgical resection and multidisciplinary management were crucial for treating proliferating trichilemmal tumors, though malignant cases showed recurrence and mortality risks.
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May 2011 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article discusses the potential of platelet rich plasma injections for treating hair loss but reports no new clinical results, emphasizing the need for further research.
July 2022 in “المجلة العراقية للصيدلة” This study reported that topical azelaic acid cream 20% demonstrated statistically significant efficacy in treating localized alopecia areata of the scalp over 12 weeks, comparable to topical clobetasol ointment 0.05%, suggesting it as a potential therapeutic option.
16 citations
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January 2000 in “Journal of dermatological treatment” This study found that calcipotriol scalp solution was more effective than a coal tar-based shampoo for treating mild to moderate scalp psoriasis and showed continued efficacy with long-term use.
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November 2020 in “Journal of Craniofacial Surgery” This study found that scalp micropigmentation minimized visible fading over time and led to high patient satisfaction in treating scalp pigmentation issues, with all participants willing to recommend the procedure.
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April 2009 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” This study found that the once-daily gel combining calcipotriene and betamethasone dipropionate was more effective and faster in treating scalp psoriasis compared to individual treatments, with a similar safety profile.
January 2022 in “Surgical & Cosmetic Dermatology” This review concludes that the two-stage technique of hair transplantation with prior fat grafting appears effective for treating scalp scars, based on existing literature.
15 citations
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November 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This article discusses the potential of trichoscopy in diagnosing and treating dissecting cellulitis of the scalp and emphasizes the need for early diagnosis to prevent progression but reports no new clinical results.
6 citations
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November 2020 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This study found that intralesional injections of triamcinolone acetonide at 5 mg/mL are as effective and safe as 10 mg/mL for treating patchy alopecia areata on the scalp, with similar hair regrowth rates, side effects, and recurrence observed between the two dosages.
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November 2020 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” This study found that intralesional triamcinolone acetonide at both 5 mg/mL and 10 mg/mL concentrations had similar effectiveness and safety for treating patchy alopecia areata on the scalp, with no significant difference in response rates or side effects between the two dosage groups.
June 2024 in “Dermatology and therapy” This study reviewed recent advancements in using botulinum toxin for treating androgenetic alopecia and emphasized the need for further research to determine the most effective injection sites and depths, as current strategies show inconsistent results.
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January 2015 in “Dermatology” In this study, bimatoprost solution showed better results than corticosteroid in terms of rapidity, percentage of hair regrowth, and side effects for treating scalp alopecia areata.
February 2026 in “Middle European Scientific Bulletin” In this study, researchers explored the formation of the skin's epidermal barrier, its interplay with skin microbiota, and the role of skin appendages, suggesting that probiotics might offer promising avenues for treating scalp diseases, particularly those affecting hair loss.