5 citations
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January 2015 in “Skin appendage disorders” This study found that pigmented hair-thickening fibers improved the appearance of scalp alopecia in patients with epidermolysis bullosa, although they may cause pruritus and should be used cautiously.
5 citations
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January 2001 in “Hair transplant forum international” This review discusses the 1998 effort by 21 ISHRS hair restoration surgeons to standardize techniques for follicular unit transplantation and mini-micrografting, without reporting new clinical results.
3 citations
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November 2018 in “PubMed” This study evaluated shaved style scalp medical tattoo (SMT) in individuals with advanced hair loss, reporting high patient and surgeon satisfaction scores.
3 citations
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September 2018 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article discusses the growing interest in hairline lowering surgery among patients and surgeons but reports no new clinical results or data.
3 citations
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March 2007 in “Otolaryngologic Clinics of North America” This article reviews various forehead rejuvenation techniques and emphasizes the importance of individualized technique selection based on anatomy, function, and desired aesthetic outcomes, reporting no new findings.
3 citations
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September 2001 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This study found that adding a 5 W CO2 laser to an Er:YAG laser improved hemostasis without significantly affecting mean hair counts or increasing lateral thermal damage in men with androgenetic alopecia.
2 citations
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November 2020 in “Chirurgia” This article discusses the challenges and considerations in scalp reconstruction after tumor resection, trauma, alopecia, or irradiation, highlighting both functional and cosmetic goals without reporting new research findings.
2 citations
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January 2014 This study highlights the use of data mining techniques to identify malnutrition and nutritional deficiencies contributing to global health burdens, but it presents no new research findings.
2 citations
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June 2000 in “Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery” This review discusses hair transplantation techniques for androgenic alopecia and reports no new research findings, emphasizing the importance of understanding alopecia patterns for achieving natural results.
2 citations
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February 1991 This article discusses various aspects of cosmetic surgery, including techniques and patient evaluations, but does not report new clinical findings.
1 citations
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April 2024 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Global Open” This study found that using a blunt cannula for lip augmentation is a safe and effective alternative to traditional needle methods, resulting in no bruising and high patient satisfaction, which may influence future cosmetic practices.
1 citations
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February 2024 in “International Journal of Physics Research and Applications” In this study, powdered milk samples from Senegal showed varying levels of heavy metals, with some exceeding acceptable maximum levels for calcium, potassium, and phosphorus, indicating potential safety concerns.
1 citations
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December 2023 in “Vestnik stomatologii i čelustno-licevoj hirurgii” This study examined a case of vascular complication following the use of hyaluronic acid-based fillers in lateral temporal lifting, resulting in livedo reticularis, alopecia, and painful injection area requiring three months of treatment.
1 citations
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July 2023 in “Advances in therapy” This study reported that autologous hair transplantation is a safe and effective treatment for children with cicatricial alopecia, achieving an average hair survival rate of 85.3% and high satisfaction among family members, with minimal complications observed.
1 citations
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December 2022 in “Skin Research and Technology” This article provides guidelines and indices for a three-point cantilever bending test to measure mechanical properties of hair treated with both conventional and naturally-derived styling polymers, reporting no new experimental results.
1 citations
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January 2021 in “Springer Proceedings in Materials” This study demonstrates a sample preparation method for wool follicles that allows for clear keratin labeling and ultrastructural preservation in microscopy, reducing common artefacts from conventional fixation techniques.
1 citations
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July 2020 in “International journal of radiology & radiation therapy” This study found that VMAT hair-sparing WBRT partially preserved scalp hair at four weeks post-treatment without compromising symptomatic disease control in the short term, but reduced hair loss did not improve quality of life.
1 citations
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January 2017 in “Journal of Aesthetic & Reconstructive Surgery” This study found that combining strip harvest surgery and follicular unit extraction in one session increased the total number of hair grafts harvested, leading to patient satisfaction.
1 citations
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September 2016 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery” This article describes a modified follicular unit extraction technique using a reverse rake scalp elevator, which may reduce follicular transection rates in hair transplantation from the lower occipital donor region.
1 citations
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January 2001 This article discusses surgical hair restoration using micrografting techniques, emphasizing its ability to produce natural-looking results without the "hair plug" appearance, and reports no new clinical findings.
1 citations
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December 1999 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Propofol-ketamine and propofol-fentanyl are effective and safe for cosmetic surgery sedation.
June 2026 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” This review concluded that non-surgical hair restoration methods, such as pharmacologic and regenerative therapies, are important for delaying or supplementing surgical treatments when used properly.
December 2025 in “Progress in Biomedical Engineering” This article reviews emerging mechanobiological strategies like electrical stimulation and microneedling combined with nanotechnology as non-invasive methods for hair loss treatment, suggesting these approaches could provide futuristic alternatives to current therapies such as minoxidil, finasteride, and hair transplants.
November 2025 in “Journal of Cancer Research and Clinical Oncology” This study from China found that although traditional surgical techniques remain common, endoscopic-assisted surgery is linked with higher patient-reported satisfaction, suggesting its valuable potential for broader application in clinical settings. Factors like reduced bra cup size, surgical method, and implant placement influenced patient satisfaction.
This review highlights that recent advancements in diagnostics and therapies, including AI-enhanced imaging, biomarker analysis, and novel treatments like low-dose oral minoxidil and JAK inhibitors, are improving the precision and customization of hair loss management.
This research explores the use of serial block-face scanning electron microscopy to model the complex architecture of sheep wool fibres, focusing on the role and distribution of para- and ortho-cortical cells in determining wool curliness, though the mechanism remains unclear.
November 2024 in “BMC Surgery” This article notes the increasing incidence of androgenetic alopecia in males and the growing acceptance of follicular unit extraction as a treatment, but reports no new clinical results.
September 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Cold gel compresses are the best for pain relief during scalp microneedling.
May 2024 in “Scientific African” This research used computational methods to identify potential new treatments for benign prostatic hyperplasia, finding three compounds from Ghanaian plants with promising binding energy against 5alpha reductase 2 compared to existing drugs, yet further in vitro validation is necessary to confirm their efficacy.
June 2023 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” In this study, a combined technique of mini-punch grafting and follicular hair transplant was used on five patients with stable hairline vitiligo, resulting in satisfactory repigmentation and hair regrowth within the hairline while preventing hair loss and achieving repigmentation outside it.