October 2025 in “Iraqi postgraduate medical journal” This study observed that using fractional CO2 laser-assisted delivery of clobetasol propionate cream significantly improved treatment outcomes for localized alopecia areata compared to the cream alone, suggesting the laser's enhancing effect on hair regrowth.
May 2024 in “International journal of molecular sciences” This review synthesizes evidence on platelet-derived bioproducts like PRP and PRF, highlighting their role in tissue regeneration and their benefits in aesthetic medicine applications such as hair restoration, scar treatment, and wound healing.
December 2020 in “TURKDERM” This case report describes a 3-year-old boy diagnosed with temporal triangular alopecia, emphasizing the importance of clinical and dermoscopic examination for correct diagnosis due to the condition's rarity and risk of misdiagnosis.
April 2018 in “Dermatologic Surgery” A new surgical technique using vellus hair grafts effectively treated vitiligo without causing unwanted hair growth.
January 2016 in “Springer eBooks” The document concludes that there are various causes and treatments for hair loss, with hair transplantation being a notable option.
In this case report, a 68-year-old Caucasian woman with Brunsting-Perry pemphigoid experienced scarring alopecia, which was effectively managed using intralesional betamethasone and topical mometasone furoate, suggesting this rare condition may be underdiagnosed in scarring alopecia cases.
June 2023 in “Juan Cuevas eBooks” This volume is part of a series intended to educate plastic and reconstructive surgeons, residents, and other medical professionals, but the abstract does not report specific research findings.
80 citations
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March 2000 in “Journal of cutaneous pathology” This study found that the Verhoeff-Van Gieson stain effectively distinguishes scarred from non-scarred dermis and aids in classifying types of permanent alopecia based on elastic tissue patterns.
46 citations
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March 2013 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” This study found that non-ablative and/or ablative fractional lasers promoted hair growth in patients with certain uncommon hair disorders, though effectiveness varied among different conditions.
44 citations
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August 2010 in “Lupus” This article reviews the characteristics and classification criteria of cutaneous lupus erythematosus and reports no new clinical findings.
40 citations
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November 2021 in “npj Regenerative Medicine” In this study, spiny mice showed superior cardiac recovery after myocardial infarction compared to other mouse strains, with enhanced myocardial preservation and functional stabilization.
28 citations
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November 2020 in “Journal of Controlled Release” In this study, microneedles combined with finasteride nanostructured lipid carriers (FIN-NLC-MNs) were found to enhance skin penetration and specifically target hair follicles, promoting hair growth and gene regulation in androgenetic alopecia.
20 citations
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February 2001 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This study reports that micropigmentation with iron oxide pigments is a safe and effective method for camouflaging scalp scars.
8 citations
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November 2020 in “Optics and Laser Technology” This review discusses the applications and advantages of LED-based photobiomodulation therapy for dermatological and cosmetic purposes but highlights existing challenges and health concerns while exploring future perspectives.
4 citations
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November 2015 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” Using tissue expanders for scalp reconstruction in patients with extensive Aplasia Cutis Congenita is effective and has minimal complications.
3 citations
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January 2019 in “Skin Research and Technology” This study found that thermal hair straightening in Asian women was associated with various signs of scalp and hair damage, including CCCA-like hair loss.
2 citations
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December 2004 in “Medicine” This review discusses various causes of hair loss, emphasizing the importance of a structured diagnostic approach, and reports no new clinical findings.
2 citations
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November 1990 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Albendazole can cause hair loss, and piroxicam can cause fixed drug eruption.
2 citations
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March 2023 in “Frontiers in medicine” This case report presents the first successful treatment of perifolliculitis capitis abscedens et suffodiens using a regimen of adalimumab and baricitinib, resulting in almost complete healing after nine months.
1 citations
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May 2017 in “InTech eBooks” The document explains the causes, types, diagnosis, and treatments of hair loss, and its psychological impact, especially on women.
December 2025 in “International Journal of Research in Ayurveda and Pharmacy” In this study, an 18-year-old female with vitiligo underwent Pracchana Karma and Ayurvedic treatments, resulting in progressive skin re-pigmentation and improved quality of life without adverse effects.
December 2025 in “MEDFARM Jurnal Farmasi dan Kesehatan” This review evaluates existing research on topical metformin for skin conditions, reporting promising outcomes such as improved wound healing, melasma, psoriasis, acne, and alopecia, with innovative formulations like hydrogels and lipid nanoparticles enhancing its cutaneous delivery while minimizing systemic exposure.
April 1955 in “Archives of pediatrics & adolescent medicine” This article discusses prevalent skin diseases in children, including alopecia areata, and reports no new clinical results; it outlines conditions and treatment options without presenting original data.
January 2026 in “Forum Dermatologicum” This study observed that 2.5% of patients with mycosis fungoides or Szary syndrome experienced alopecia, predominantly within skin lesions, with scalp metastases from other cancers also potentially causing hair loss, highlighting the diagnostic value of trichoscopy in differentiating alopecia types.
14 citations
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May 2021 in “Marine Drugs” This review discusses the therapeutic properties of polydeoxyribonucleotides derived from marine organisms for wound healing and inflammation, but it reports no new clinical results.
13 citations
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July 2004 in “Skinmed” This article reviews the structure and function of hair follicles, diagnostic approaches, and treatments for nonscarring alopecias, but reports no new clinical results.
January 2023 in “The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine” This review explores new treatment strategies for alopecia areata, highlighting that oral tofacitinib and the 308-nm excimer laser may aid hair regrowth, but it reports no new clinical findings.
December 2025 in “Clinical Case Reports” This study found that exosome injections from human umbilical cord, with or without polydeoxyribonucleotide, promoted regrowth and repigmentation of white beard hairs and improved scarring in a 35-year-old man with refractory alopecia areata, suggesting potential as a minimally invasive regenerative treatment.
26 citations
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January 2016 in “Journal of cutaneous and aesthetic surgery” Hair transplant combining scalp and beard hair with PRP was successful for scarring alopecia.
July 2025 in “Nano Research” This article discusses how designing biomaterials to modulate immune responses has become a promising strategy for enhancing tissue repair and regeneration.