13 citations
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June 2016 in “Journal of neurological surgery” This study suggests that leukocyte-platelet-rich fibrin membranes may aid postoperative healing in endoscopic skull base surgery, with some patients showing reduced crusting and low rates of cerebrospinal fluid leaks.
8 citations
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September 2008 in “Medical Hypotheses” This article proposes a novel hypothesis that androgenetic alopecia may be mainly caused by skull bone expansion affecting blood supply to hair follicles rather than differences in individual follicle programming, and calls for more genetic research into skull development.
3 citations
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May 2020 in “Annals of the Academy of Medicine Singapore” Hair dye can cause serious scalp issues, including skull erosion.
September 2026 in “Surgical Neurology International” This case report describes a 28-year-old male who developed a subpericranial abscess, an unusual complication of subpericranial hematoma, potentially related to microneedling procedures, highlighting a risk of infection even without open wounds.
November 2023 in “Indian journal of surgery” This study found that platelet-rich gel is a simple and effective non-surgical method for healing exposed skull injuries, resulting in complete healing with minimal scars and sparse hair growth in all patients.
4 citations
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August 2008 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery” This study reports that the composite galeal frontalis pericranial flap can be successfully used for reconstruction in anterior cranial base surgery, effectively sealing cerebrospinal fluid leaks, while minimizing complications like numbness and skin necrosis.
September 2016 in “Archives of Pediatric Infectious Diseases” This case study reports that chronic skull base osteomyelitis should be considered a serious complication in patients with a history of cranial trauma or scalp procedures, despite its rarity.
July 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” In this study, baicalin, a component of Baikal skullcap, was found to inhibit necroptosis in a cellular model of toxic epidermal necrolysis, suggesting it may be effective against severe drug-induced skin eruptions.
6 citations
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August 2020 in “Journal of Plastic Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery” This paper suggests various cost-effective home practice models for maintaining and developing microsurgical skills during COVID-19 restrictions, offering alternatives that minimize reliance on clinical settings.
March 2026 in “Gazzetta Medica Italiana Archivio per le Scienze Mediche” This analysis concluded that finasteride effectively reduces prostate size and urinary symptoms in benign prostatic hyperplasia, offering a favorable safety profile and versatility as a treatment option.
September 2003 in “Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine” Doctors should set boundaries and seek outside help for family medical issues.
This study suggests that the long non-coding RNA Xist is a key factor in sex differences in systemic lupus erythematosus and rheumatoid arthritis, affecting immune cell behavior and inflammatory pathways in women.
September 2015 in “Fluids and Barriers of the CNS” This study developed simulated skull models and a method to assess programming tool movements, selecting three models as most clinically relevant for hydrocephalus shunt valve programming.
54 citations
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September 2005 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” This study found that general practitioners' diagnostic accuracy for skin conditions aligned with histological diagnosis in 24% of cases, whereas dermatologists achieved 77% concordance.
11 citations
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January 1983 in “Educational leadership” This study found that NFIB and STAT5 work together to regulate mammary-specific genetic programs in mice, with their combined absence hindering functional alveoli formation.
March 2024 in “International Design Journal” In this study, researchers found that fashion designs inspired by Saudi architectural structures enhanced creativity and technical skills among fashion students, with high scores on creativity (92.3 to 95.5) and techniques (91.8 to 97.5), supporting the study's hypotheses.
March 2018 in “Indian Journal of Mental Health(IJMH)” This study found that among Indian women with PCOS, coping skills did not significantly impact psychiatric morbidity, quality of life, or body-mass index.
8 citations
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January 2003 in “Journal of Immunology Research” In this study, replacing the original pin with a different one on a larger cupola improved pseudo alopecia areata lesions in 58.8% of patients.
8 citations
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February 2009 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Targeting androgen receptors with antiandrogen oligonucleotides could effectively treat hair loss.
November 2025 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery” In this study, researchers found that using the FUE method, performed by surgeons instead of technicians, allows for more precise follicular unit extraction than the traditional FUT method, potentially improving outcomes and donor area utilization in hair transplantation.
October 2017 in “European Neuropsychopharmacology”
14 citations
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May 2004 in “Annals of Plastic Surgery” This study found that muscle-only free flaps for skull coverage were associated with serious complications, suggesting that composite or thicker muscle flaps may reduce these risks.
9 citations
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February 2013 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” This article reviews options and principles for reconstructing defects of the scalp, skull, orbit, and maxilla, but reports no new clinical results.
April 2026 in “Research Square” This study found that dental students' manual dexterity was weakly associated with their performance in skills-based assessments, while self-perceived skill levels showed no significant correlation with assessment outcomes, suggesting a potential benefit from focusing on dexterity enhancement in dental education.
1 citations
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October 2019 in “Journal of Craniofacial Surgery” In this study, 3D planned resection and reconstruction for skull defects after resection of cSCC with bony invasion led to accurate procedures, though patient-specific factors should guide treatment decisions.
694 citations
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April 2000 in “Nature genetics” This study found that Msx2-deficient mice exhibit skull and bone formation defects similar to those seen in human MSX2-related conditions, highlighting the gene's importance in skeletal and organ development.
39 citations
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October 1967 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Hair loss in women often doesn't follow a pattern, isn't linked to age, may be genetic, and can be related to thyroid issues or other health factors.
17 citations
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May 2007 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This case report describes a child with Gomez–Lopez–Hernandez syndrome, highlighting developmental challenges and medical interventions, yet noting academic success and participation in mainstream activities.
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.
March 2025 in “Journal of Craniofacial Surgery” This study found that male hairlines naturally exhibit significant rightward asymmetry, suggesting that embracing this asymmetry in hair transplant procedures may result in more natural-looking outcomes.