15 citations
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August 2011 in “Lasers in medical science” This study reported that a single treatment with a short-pulsed 755-nm alexandrite laser effectively treated trichostasis spinulosa in patients with skin types II to V, providing rapid results with minimal pain and no recurrence during a 3-month follow-up.
6 citations
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April 2012 in “Muscle & nerve” This letter to the editor documents a case where chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy is associated with alopecia totalis and Sjögren syndrome, but reports no new clinical findings.
28 citations
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December 2011 in “Biocatalysis and biotransformation” This study found that a peptide treatment using Protein disulphide isomerase improved the mechanical and thermal properties of over-bleached hair by promoting deeper peptide penetration and attachment.
1 citations
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August 2018 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This overview describes the Dermatologic Surgery journal's comprehensive coverage of dermatologic surgery, including cosmetic and reconstructive procedures, but it presents no new research findings.
July 2026 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” This research reported that liposomal systems made from pig-derived skin lipids enhanced finasteride delivery to hair follicles for treating androgenetic alopecia, showing improved drug deposition, hair length, and growth compared to conventional finasteride forms in vitro.
November 2024 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This review discusses the disparities in approved treatments and evidence-based guidelines for various chronic skin diseases, highlighting greater unmet medical needs in conditions like hidradenitis suppurativa, alopecia areata, and vitiligo compared to psoriasis and atopic dermatitis.
11 citations
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August 2021 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” This study reports that a single transplantation of autologous stromal vascular fraction significantly increased hair density and keratin score in androgenic alopecia patients within six months.
11 citations
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June 2018 in “Sexual medicine reviews” This review evaluates existing preclinical and clinical studies on stromal vascular fraction for treating male sexual dysfunction, finding limited data and emphasizing the need for more research before conducting clinical trials.
April 2023 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This case study reported significant improvement in autoimmune-related symptoms, including complete hair regrowth, in a patient with systemic lupus erythematosus and alopecia areata after treatment with the LGS Protocol.
May 2025 in “The Journal of Rheumatology” In this case report, a 64-year-old woman diagnosed with both NMOSD and SLE showed mild improvement in vision and recovered from thrombocytopenia after treatment with glucocorticoids and Rituximab, highlighting the importance of accurate diagnosis and tailored treatment for overlapping autoimmune disorders.
12 citations
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February 2013 in “The Open Stem Cell Journal” This article reviews the definitions, opportunities, advantages, and limitations of dental pulp stem cells and stem cells from human exfoliated deciduous teeth in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine, reporting no new clinical results.
20 citations
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December 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” This article presents a computer imaging algorithm that may automate and enhance the Severity of Alopecia Tool scoring for alopecia areata through texture analysis of pediatric images.
September 2025 in “Skin Research and Technology” This study developed a nanocarrier-based gel to enhance the delivery and effectiveness of resveratrol in treating psoriasis. In a mouse model, the gel improved skin penetration and retention, showed notable anti-psoriatic effects, and was deemed safe and biocompatible.
January 2020 in “Platelet Rich Plasma in Androgenetic Alopecia- A Prospective Study.” January 2026 in “SSRN Electronic Journal” January 2026 in “SSRN Electronic Journal” January 2026 in “SSRN Electronic Journal”
2 citations
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July 2014 in “Our Dermatology Online” This case report documents the development of vitiligo-like lesions in a patient with autoimmune thyroiditis following the use of topical squaric acid dibutylester for alopecia.
1 citations
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February 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery” A cheap stainless steel container from a retail store can store liquid nitrogen effectively for 8-12 hours, saving money for medical practitioners.
30 citations
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July 2017 in “Stem cells and cloning” This study found that scalp injection of fat enriched with stem cells may offer a promising alternative for treating early genetic alopecia in both men and women.
4 citations
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August 2023 in “Die Dermatologie” August 2025 in “Romanian Journal of Rheumatology” In this case report, researchers described a 16-year-old girl with severe systemic lupus erythematosus whose symptoms improved following treatment with steroids, intravenous immunoglobulin, and rituximab, highlighting that early diagnosis and treatment may lead to better outcomes in managing SLE.
December 2020 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” In this study, using a 1064 nm picosecond Nd:YAG laser effectively removed undesirable scalp micropigmentation in four patients within 1–3 treatment sessions, with no unexpected adverse events reported.
1 citations
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January 2013 in “PubMed” In this study, treating hair with thioglycolic acid was found to alter disulfide bond patterns in keratin-associated proteins, shifting them from an ellipsoidal to a near-spherical shape.
4 citations
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November 2016 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology” This letter discusses three plasmacytoid dendritic cell-related parameters that may help differentiate lupus alopecia from lichen planopilaris, but it reports no new study results.
August 2025 in “Marine Drugs” This study evaluated a new composite material made from PLA, ALG, ZnS, and HT for blood-contacting applications, finding it improved surface characteristics and displayed anticoagulant properties and high biocompatibility with no genotoxic effects on blood and skin cells.
6 citations
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November 2023 in “Lara D. Veeken” The authors concluded that sexual dysfunction is highly prevalent yet often overlooked in patients with autoimmune rheumatic disease, and they emphasize the need for increased awareness, research, and integration into clinical practice.
February 2023 in “Default Digital Object Group” This study demonstrated that a single multimode fiber can be used for single-shot wide-field reflectance imaging, achieving high correlation with the ground truth and enabling real-time microendoscopy at up to 180 frames per second.
July 1998 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Various techniques and tools for hair restoration were presented in 1998, including a mathematical model for donor area, use of lasers in surgery, methods for controlling grafted hair direction, and ways to increase graft yield. Satisfaction rates were around 39%, and studies showed trauma and dehydration can damage hair follicles.