18 citations
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November 2016 in “Transgenic research” This study found that transgenic cashmere goats overexpressing thymosin beta-4 have a higher secondary to primary hair follicle ratio, suggesting potential for increased cashmere yield.
18 citations
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July 2016 in “Medicine” This study suggests that crosstalk between Wnt/β-catenin and TGF-β signaling pathways may contribute to the development of androgenetic alopecia.
18 citations
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April 2016 in “The journal of immunology/The Journal of immunology” This study found that mesenchymal cells from different organs exhibit substantial heterogeneity, with thymic mesenchymal cells particularly adapted for interacting with epithelial and hematolymphoid cells in high-apoptosis environments.
18 citations
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May 2014 in “Menopause” This study found that a 5-mg daily dose of transdermal testosterone cream in postmenopausal women restored testosterone levels to those typical of premenopausal women.
18 citations
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October 2013 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” This study found that combining polybrene and a ROCK inhibitor can effectively expand human keratinocyte stem/progenitor cells carrying a transgene, aiding their use in regenerative medicine.
18 citations
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January 2013 in “International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery” This article discusses the importance of clinical biopreservation for cells and tissues in hair transplantation and regenerative medicine, reporting no new empirical findings.
18 citations
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December 2010 in “Journal of Trace Elements in Medicine and Biology” This study suggests that alterations in copper metabolism may play a key role in the development of androgenetic alopecia in women, presenting potential targets for treatment strategies.
18 citations
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December 2010 in “Transplantation Proceedings” This study reported that black hairy tongue can occur after allogeneic stem cell transplantation and may indicate cutaneous graft-versus-host disease, highlighting the need for histopathologic evaluation.
18 citations
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March 2009 in “Medical Hypotheses” This review discusses the potential link between long-term transdermal exposure to sex hormones from antiperspirants and increased breast and prostate cancer rates, calling for further research to confirm this theory.
18 citations
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July 2007 in “Hair transplant forum international” This study reported that using platelet-rich plasma as a storage medium for hair grafts in hair restoration surgery may improve graft survival rates and accelerate healing.
17 citations
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March 2022 in “BMC Genomics” This study found that differences in cashmere fiber diameter in Tibetan cashmere goats are associated with variations in metabolic, hypoxic, and stress response-related proteins, offering insights for breeding strategies.
17 citations
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May 2021 in “Journal of Applied Pharmaceutical Science” This review highlights that transferosomes, or ultradeformable lipids, show promise for improving dermal delivery, exhibiting efficient drug transport across the skin's barrier and offering potential benefits for treating chronic skin disorders with better bioavailability.
17 citations
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February 2018 in “British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery” This paper reviews the evolution and classification of forehead reduction and orbital contouring techniques in transgender females, but reports no new clinical findings.
17 citations
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January 2018 in “International Journal of Trichology” This study found that patients with premature hair graying had lower serum levels of iron, copper, and calcium, which correlated with the severity of graying.
17 citations
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August 2012 in “Journal of Medical Genetics” This article reviews the genetic mutations associated with hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia and reports no new clinical results; the authors highlight the roles of EDA gene isoforms and related receptors.
17 citations
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April 2011 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” This study reports that the transgenic expression of Dsg1 in mice rescued the severe B6-Dsg3−/− phenotype and created a syngeneic mouse model of pemphigus vulgaris, which may aid in understanding autoimmunity mechanisms.
17 citations
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March 2011 in “Pediatric Dermatology” This case report highlights traction alopecia in two adolescent Sikh brothers who developed scarring alopecia from wearing a turban, emphasizing the importance of early changes in hair care to prevent irreversible hair loss.
17 citations
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May 2003 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that miniaturized hair follicles from pattern alopecia can regenerate rapidly when transplanted onto mice and may grow as well as or better than terminal hairs.
17 citations
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December 1997 in “Transplantation” This report describes two renal transplant patients whose hair loss improved after switching from tacrolimus to cyclosporine, suggesting that cyclosporine might counteract steroid-induced alopecia.
17 citations
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April 1997 in “American Journal of Dermatopathology” This report provides the first microscopic description of pachyonychia congenita-associated alopecia, identifying a combination of histological features that might be unique to this condition.
16 citations
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August 2022 in “Drug Testing and Analysis” In this study, transdermal application of anabolic steroids demonstrated rapid and extended detectability in urine, suggesting potential implications for doping control considerations.
16 citations
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June 2022 in “Transgender Health” This review suggests that oocyte retrieval may be viable for transgender men on testosterone therapy, with potentially manageable effects on fertility preservation without requiring extensive hormone suspension.
16 citations
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May 2020 in “Plant Growth Regulation” 16 citations
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March 2020 in “Animal Biotechnology” This research explored methods to obtain transgenic sheep embryos expressing synthetic spider silk genes in hair follicles using somatic cell nuclear transfer, with successful in-vitro development observed.
16 citations
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January 2019 in “Kansas journal of medicine” This source outlines what it takes to be a competent provider for transgender individuals, focusing on their health needs, disparities, and coverage, and examines medical biases and hormone treatment guidelines, alongside treatment options for different age groups, concluding with evolving trends in medical education.
16 citations
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January 2019 in “LGBT health” Transgender women can still get testicular cancer, so proper screening is important.
16 citations
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February 2014 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study developed a mouse model to monitor hair follicle cycling macroscopically through live bioluminescence imaging, enabling detailed analysis of hair cycle and propagation dynamics influenced by environmental factors.
16 citations
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July 2008 in “BMC Genomics” This study shows that alpha 6 + /MHCI - cells have gene expression profiles similar to hair follicle stem cells, suggesting they may be enriched for stem cells.
16 citations
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February 2007 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” This study found that keratinocytes show increased expression of the TGF-β system and collagen type I with age, suggesting a heightened profibrotic response during skin differentiation associated with scarring.
16 citations
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April 2000 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The study reports that the AVET system showed higher efficiency in transfecting cultured human keratinocytes compared to SuperFect and PrimeFector, with AVET reaching levels of enzyme activity similar to normal cells in keratinocytes from lamellar ichthyosis patients.