research Nomenclature Proposal for the Zones and Landmarks of the Balding Scalp
Michael L. Beehner proposed a standardized naming system for balding scalp areas to help hair restoration surgery.
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research The Importance of Dual 5α-Reductase Inhibition in the Treatment of Male Pattern Hair Loss: Results of a Randomized Placebo-Controlled Study of Dutasteride Versus Finasteride
Dutasteride more effective for hair growth, but has more side effects than finasteride.
research Evaluation of Alopecia
The woman's hair loss is likely stress-related and should improve without treatment.
research A Serious Side Effect of a Potentially Widely Used Cosmetic Product
A man developed a serious muscle breakdown condition after using a hair loss medication not known to cause this side effect.
research Management of Advanced Hair Loss Patterns
Use a frontal forelock pattern to manage advanced hair loss.
research Psychological Effect, Pathophysiology, and Management of Androgenetic Alopecia in Men
Minoxidil and finasteride can slow hair loss and stimulate regrowth, but won't restore all lost hair or reverse complete baldness.
research Clinical Dose Ranging Studies with Finasteride, a Type 2 5α-Reductase Inhibitor, in Men with Male Pattern Hair Loss
Finasteride effectively treats male pattern hair loss with a 1 mg daily dose.
research Preface
The document emphasizes the need for surgeons to stay updated with the latest hair restoration and removal techniques and introduces new, essential information in the field.
research Prevalence of Male Pattern Hair Loss in 18–49 Year Old Men
Hair loss is more common in men aged 18-49 and increases with age.
research Male Pattern Alopecia: Impact on Self-Esteem and Evolution of Hair Restoration Surgery
The document concludes that advancements in hair restoration surgery have led to more natural results and patient satisfaction, with hope for future improvements in treatment.
research Guest Editor: Dow Stough, MD
Hair restoration has greatly improved, allowing for natural-looking hairlines and better results.
research Standardizing the Nomenclature of Grafts
The authors suggest using a standard system to name hair grafts to improve communication in hair restoration.
research The Knudsen Nomenclature
Dr. Russell Knudsen's system classifies hair grafts by class, shape, and size for clearer communication in hair restoration surgery.
research Visual Diagnosis: The Case of the Balding Preschooler
A 4-year-old girl with hair loss was diagnosed with early-onset trichotillomania and improved with behavioral interventions.
research Dilemmas in Hair Restoration
research Association of Gly972Arg Variant of Insulin Receptor Substrate-1 and Gly1057Asp Variant of Insulin Receptor Substrate-2 with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in the Chinese Population
The IRS-2 Asp/Asp genotype may increase the risk of PCOS in Chinese women, especially if they are not obese.
research Structure and Mechanical Properties of Human Trichocyte Keratin Intermediate Filament Protein
Disulfide bonds make keratin in hair stronger and tougher.
research Abstracts
New treatments and diagnostic methods for various animal skin conditions showed promising results.
research Cure Most Diseases by Logical Nutrition Treatment: The Society Agent Simulating and Usage of Oral and Dental Diseases to Predict Criminals Earlier
The document suggests using natural remedies like bloodletting and honey for various health issues but lacks scientific evidence for their effectiveness.
research Tensile Properties of Twisted Hair Fibers
Twisting hair weakens it, but strength can be recovered at low twist levels.
research Function and Underlying Mechanisms of Seasonal Color Molting in Mammals and Birds: What Keeps Them Changing in a Warming World?
Animals that change color with the seasons mainly do so in response to daylight changes, but climate change is causing camouflage problems that may require evolutionary changes.
research Corrective Hair Restoration Techniques for Aesthetic Problems of Temporoparietal Flaps
Dr. Dominic A. Brandy developed successful techniques to fix unnatural looks caused by old hair restoration methods, and using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil can help control hair loss in most men.
research The Influence of 3% Hydrogen Peroxide on the Survival Rate of Hair Grafts When Used as an Antiseptic Solution for Surgical Wound Care: Experience with Five Patients
3% hydrogen peroxide does not reduce hair graft survival compared to saline.
research Donor Site Reharvesting in Patients with Exhausted Donor Sites
Reharvesting hair from donor sites using punch and strip methods can provide more hair for transplants and improve scar appearance.
research Cold X5 Hairlaser Used to Treat Male Androgenic Alopecia and Hair Growth: An Uncontrolled Pilot Study
The X5 Hairlaser might help treat male hair loss, but more research is needed.
research The Endocrine System and Hair Growth in the Rat
Male rats grow hair faster than females, and certain hormones can slow or slightly increase hair growth, but not significantly beyond natural rates.
research Relationship of the Metabolic Syndrome and Obesity to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Controlled, Population-Based Study
Metabolic syndrome and PCOS are related but separate conditions, with metabolic syndrome increasing the risk of heart disease and diabetes.
research Antagonism of NMDA Receptors as a Potential Treatment for Down Syndrome: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial
Memantine may slightly improve memory in people with Down syndrome, but more research is needed.
research Chitosan Hydrogel as Tissue Engineering Scaffolds for Vascular Regeneration Applications
Chitosan hydrogels are promising for repairing blood vessels but need improvements in strength and compatibility.