March 1998 in “Dermatologic Surgery” In this study, miniflap scalp reconstruction with a staged scalp-lifting procedure showed excellent flap viability, acceptable scarring, and customizable hair direction, offering a preferred option for hair relocation in selected cases.
7 citations
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October 2011 in “International Surgery” This article reviews the evolution of hair restoration surgery, discusses a specific technique used at the authors' center, and suggests possible future innovations, but it reports no new clinical results.
3 citations
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July 2016 in “Atlas of the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics” This article discusses the goals and considerations of cosmetic surgery for upper facial rejuvenation, including patient expectations and potential complications, and does not present new research findings.
45 citations
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January 2021 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” This study found that incorporating adipose-derived stem cell conditioned medium into a polysaccharide hydrogel effectively reduced scar hyperplasia, with the combination offering better outcomes in preventing hypertrophic scarring compared to the medium alone in a rabbit ear model.
31 citations
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November 2013 in “Dermatologic Clinics” This article discusses the use of a robotic system for hair graft harvesting in hair restoration surgery, focusing on its capabilities and the advantages and disadvantages, but it reports no new clinical findings.
1 citations
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April 2026 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” This study found that radiofrequency microneedling is effective and well-tolerated for improving various skin conditions, showing comparable efficacy to fractional lasers for atrophic acne scars with generally favorable patient satisfaction and safety.
August 2023 in “International journal of medical science and clinical research studies” This review discusses platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy for pediatric surgical wound care, evaluating its potential as an adjunctive treatment, but reports no new clinical results.
79 citations
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October 2015 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” This review assesses the use of platelet-rich plasma in dermatology and concludes that while there may be modest benefits for certain conditions, more evidence is needed before it can be widely recommended.
6 citations
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January 2024 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” This study developed a smart PVA-TPE/HA-AMP/SF/ALG wound dressing that shows promise in infected wound healing by providing bacterial resistance, promoting cell proliferation, and modulating inflammation through various signaling pathways, potentially reducing scar formation.
1 citations
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June 2001 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Surgery and Aesthetic Dermatology” In this study, an innovative flap procedure was described that may effectively treat extensive frontal baldness through a 180° rotation of a midline occipital flap, aligning hairs naturally.
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.
January 2024 in “Advanced Science” In this study, researchers used a chemical cocktail and hydrogel microspheres to successfully guide fibroblasts into dermal papilla cells, promoting wound healing and in situ hair follicle regeneration while reducing scar formation, in both in vitro and in vivo experiments.
16 citations
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March 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review highlights how natural compounds can enhance wound healing by influencing fibroblast behavior and discusses innovative biomimetic engineering and delivery methods. This source emphasizes combining traditional and modern approaches for effective and scar-free healing, while noting challenges in clinical translation.
11 citations
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September 2013 in “Otolaryngologic Clinics of North America” This review outlines various techniques to improve facial scars following trauma but reports no new clinical results, highlighting the need for further research to address psychosocial impacts.
98 citations
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May 2008 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This review discusses evidence-based guidance for managing primary cicatricial alopecias but reports no new clinical results, highlighting significant gaps in knowledge and the need for more quality trials.
62 citations
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May 1997 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” This study concluded that sebaceous glands are the main pathway for the antiandrogen RU 58841 to permeate the skin, with liposomes enhancing localization in these glands.
This report describes a patient with X-linked hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia who lacked the usual hair growth issues, highlighting the challenge of diagnosing this condition due to atypical presentations and underscoring the need for awareness to improve management and future planning.
41 citations
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August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” This article discusses the benefits, techniques, and unique considerations of follicular unit extraction for hair grafting, but reports no new clinical results.
9 citations
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December 1984 in “The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology” This article discusses a new method for harvesting donor hair grafts that uses a small area to yield a maximum number of grafts, emphasizing cosmetic improvements with layered suture closure, but reports no clinical results.
8 citations
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January 2012 in “Dermatology Research and Practice” This article describes a new subcision technique intended to simplify the procedure for surgeons without reporting clinical results or outcomes.
May 2026 in “European Burn Journal” This systematic review concluded that the scalp can be a safe and effective donor site for split-thickness skin grafts in pediatric burn patients, with evidence indicating good scar quality and manageable complications, though a rigorous technique is essential to minimize risks.
January 2025 in “Advances in Clinical Medicine” This source highlights that fractional CO2 laser, as a minimally invasive technology, shows significant benefits in treating various skin and mucosal conditions by improving therapeutic outcomes, shortening recovery times, and enhancing precise personalized interventions through emerging technologies like AI and biomarker monitoring.
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.
February 2018 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This study found that nonshaven follicular unit extraction is an effective method for pubic hair restoration in women with pubic atrichosis or hypotrichosis, based on high satisfaction scores from both patients and the surgeon.
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.
40 citations
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December 1980 in “The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology” This review describes an improved scalp reduction technique that removes two to three times more bald skin than previous methods, utilizing wide undermining, serial relaxing incisions, and adrenocorticosteroids.
32 citations
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July 2011 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” This review discusses recent surgical and medical advancements in hair restoration techniques but reports no new clinical results.
13 citations
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November 2018 in “Annals of Plastic Surgery” This article presents a surgical approach for nonshaven follicular unit extraction in hair transplantation, describing its application across various conditions with an average graft transection rate of 8.2%.
11 citations
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January 2007 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” This study found that follicular unit transplantation effectively corrected postrhytidoplasty stigmas like visible scars or displaced hairlines, with high patient satisfaction and a low complication rate.
8 citations
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July 1984 in “The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology” This study found that using a specific donor row configuration with suturing improves both short-term and long-term scarring, allowing 10-15% more grafts to be taken while maintaining finer donor scars.