The case showed the need for quick investigation of virilization in women and how emotional health is linked to physical health.
April 2014 in “Emergency Medicine News” This case report highlights the diagnostic challenges of thyroid storm, emphasizing the importance of a thorough history and review of systems to differentiate it from other conditions.
September 2020 in “University of Thi-Qar Journal of Medicine” This study found that women with Telogen Effluvium in Thi-Qar Province, Iraq, had significantly lower serum Ferritin and Vitamin D3 levels, suggesting these may contribute to the condition's etiology.
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April 2022 in “Anais brasileiros de dermatologia/Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” This comprehensive literature review highlighted that lichen planopilaris and frontal fibrosing alopecia, both primary scarring alopecias, are diagnosed via scalp biopsy, with no standardized treatments available, necessitating individualized therapeutic approaches based on patient characteristics.
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August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” This article reviews nonscarring and scarring hair loss conditions that may mimic androgenetic alopecia, reporting no new clinical results and highlighting the need for accurate diagnosis in hair restoration surgery.
7 citations
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March 2023 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” This study reported a rare case of ovarian steroid cell tumor removal resulting in normalized hormone levels, resumption of menstruation, and subsequent spontaneous pregnancy in a 31-year-old woman.
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December 2022 in “The journal of the Intensive Care Society/Journal of the Intensive Care Society” This review discusses the challenges and considerations in managing transgender patients in critical care, noting gaps in current medical curricula and suggesting improvements in education.
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September 2021 in “Southern African Journal of Hiv Medicine” The guideline provides healthcare professionals in South Africa with instructions for comprehensive, multidisciplinary gender-affirming care, including HIV prevention and treatment for transgender and gender diverse individuals.
January 2025 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” This review examines male androgenetic alopecia and reports no new clinical results, offering insights to aid dermatologists in making informed therapeutic decisions.
November 2023 in “JCEM Case Reports” In this case report, a 55-year-old postmenopausal woman was diagnosed with ovarian hyperthecosis as the cause of her hyperandrogenism after detailed hormonal and imaging investigations, which was successfully treated with bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy, leading to symptom improvement and normalized testosterone levels.
January 2021 in “touchREVIEWS in Endocrinology” Surgery successfully treated a hidden ovarian tumor causing hair loss and excess hair growth in a postmenopausal woman.
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December 2013 in “British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery” This article reviews age-related changes in facial structure at a cellular level and summarizes potential solutions for rejuvenation surgery, but reports no new clinical results.
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April 1984 in “The American Journal of Surgery” This study found that gastric exclusion surgery in morbidly obese patients resulted in significant weight loss, improved metabolic parameters, and reduced prevalence of hypertension, diabetes, gout, and hyperlipidemia over time.
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May 2013 in “Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics of North America” This article reviews the complex challenges of managing scalp and cranial deformities post-trauma or surgery, advocating for better multidisciplinary approaches to enhance outcomes, but reports no new results.
15 citations
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May 2005 in “Seminars in Plastic Surgery” This article details techniques for eyebrow and eyelash reconstruction surgery with hair follicular unit transplantation but reports no new clinical results; the author describes the advantages over other methods.
10 citations
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June 2007 in “Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery” A man's rare tumor caused unusual nerve-related symptoms that improved after surgery.
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January 2018 in “European journal of pediatric surgery reports” This case report described a girl with a cervical lymphangioma whose hair texture unexpectedly changed due to Horner's syndrome following tumor resection surgery.
January 2019 in “The Annals of Thoracic Surgery” The document concludes that careful planning and execution of facial gender affirmation surgery after at least 12 months of hormonal therapy can improve the quality of life for transgender individuals.
January 2024 in “Wiadomości Lekarskie” In this study, high prevalence of thyroid disorders was observed among a random sample, with autoimmune processes being significant, and women notably comprising 95.65% of those studied.
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October 2006 in “Journal of Surgical Oncology” This review discusses current techniques for scalp reconstruction following oncologic surgery and reports no new clinical outcomes, emphasizing the importance of tailored approaches for satisfactory closure.
9 citations
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September 2012 in “Clinical Endocrinology” This study found that over half of the patients experienced varying degrees of hair loss after acromegaly surgery, with female patients and those with severe postoperative growth hormone deficiency more commonly affected.
January 2014 in “Pathology” Early subungual melanoma might be treated with less aggressive surgery because it invades the skin under the nail more slowly.
January 2015 in “Independent Nurse” Different scalp conditions can lead to hair loss or tumors, with treatments varying from creams to surgery; early detection is crucial.
4 citations
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January 2012 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document concludes that various skin conditions have specific treatments, ranging from antihistamines for urticaria to surgery and medication for tumors and chronic skin diseases.
This systematic review examined the potential of microneedling for anterior neck scars but found no eligible studies directly investigating this application. Indirect evidence from other body regions suggests possible benefits, underscoring the need for targeted research to validate these findings for neck surgery patients.
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May 2009 in “Cases Journal” This case study reports that a virilizing Leydig cell type ovarian tumor in a 40-year-old woman caused hyperandrogenism and virilization symptoms, which improved post-surgery.
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March 2021 in “Case Reports” In this case study, a 71-year-old woman with postmenopausal hirsutism was diagnosed with a Leydig cell tumor and endometrial carcinoma, with hirsutism improving one month after surgery.
In this case report, a 54-year-old woman with hirsutism was found to have a benign ovarian cystadenofibroma, which resolved after surgery, highlighting the importance of evaluating postmenopausal women for ovarian causes of androgen excess.
October 2018 in “Springer eBooks” The document concludes that various hair disorders have different treatments, including medication, surgery, and addressing underlying causes.
This study found that non-bleeding adverse events associated with NOACs affect multiple organ systems, emphasizing the importance of clinical vigilance. Specific NOACs like dabigatran, apixaban, edoxaban, and rivaroxaban were linked to distinct adverse reactions, including metabolic imbalances, thyroid disorders, and menstrual irregularities.