20 citations
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August 2019 in “Journal of Telemedicine and Telecare” This study found that dermatologists in São Paulo reported increased confidence in teledermatology over one year, citing its utility for triage and diagnosis, particularly for superficial infections and pigmentary disorders.
9 citations
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February 2024 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” This study discusses the potential of advanced imaging technologies in dermatology to improve diagnostic accuracy and reduce the need for invasive procedures like biopsies, while noting significant barriers in adoption and accessibility in India due to costs and infrastructure constraints.
5 citations
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January 2023 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This study emphasizes the importance of understanding cosmetic procedures and their risks, particularly for individuals with darker skin, and highlights expert recommendations for pre- and post-procedure skin care, including the use of broad-spectrum sunscreen to prevent and improve pigmentation disorders.
3 citations
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January 2021 in “Plastic and Aesthetic Research” This study found that hair mass index can effectively link hair productivity with clinical scalp coverage perception, suggesting its potential usefulness in diagnosing hair loss patterns and responses to treatment.
November 2024 in “Indian Journal of Rheumatology” This study reported that primary care physicians' lack of knowledge about rheumatology and referrals to other specialties are major factors delaying systemic lupus erythematosus patients' access to rheumatology care in India.
June 2021 in “Cosmoderma” This source reviews the latest developments in hair transplantation for androgenetic alopecia, suggesting that while medical therapy alone remains unsatisfactory, surgical hair restoration is shown to be highly gratifying for male pattern hair loss.
November 2021 in “Journal of pharmaceutical research international” This article reviews the challenges faced by beginners in setting up a hair transplantation practice and reports no new clinical findings.
November 2025 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This guideline by the British Association of Dermatologists reviews managing alopecia areata and provides 56 recommendations but reports no new clinical results.
November 2024 in “The Medical Journal of Australia” This personal account described enduring long COVID symptoms for four years following a COVID-19 infection, significantly impacting the author's career, lifestyle, and mental health, ultimately leading to early retirement and a move to a low-maintenance living community.
2 citations
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November 2022 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” This study systematically documented the ethnobotanical and ethnomedicinal knowledge from traditional healers in Addis Ababa, identifying 81 medicinal plants, including the endangered Echinops kebericho, used primarily for treating skin and general diseases.
40 citations
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March 2014 in “Journal of Family Planning and Reproductive Health Care” This review discusses a strategy using ovarian biology to better understand and manage polycystic ovary syndrome but reports no new research findings.
27 citations
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January 2008 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” This review examines the progression of hair restoration techniques from early methods to modern follicular unit transplantation and presents no new clinical results.
21 citations
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April 2019 in “Journal of cosmetic and laser therapy” This review examines the devices, mechanisms, risks, side effects, and regulatory differences in laser hair removal, particularly highlighting the lack of regulation in South Africa and its implications for patient safety.
20 citations
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April 2022 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” This review highlights the potential of regenerative medicine therapies, particularly stem cells, in treating a range of chronic diseases and injuries, while also discussing advancements and limitations in their application in Malaysia compared to other Asian countries.
17 citations
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November 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This review discusses treatment options for androgenetic alopecia, highlighting the need for personalized, evidence-based approaches but reports no new clinical results.
10 citations
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June 2019 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This article discusses the updated European Training Requirements for the specialty of Dermatology and Venereology, emphasizing the harmonization of curriculum to improve specialist training across Europe, and reports no new clinical results.
8 citations
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April 2022 in “Urology Practice” This study highlights that shock wave therapy for erectile dysfunction is commonly performed by nonurologists in major U.S. metropolitan areas, with high costs and varied treatment protocols.
5 citations
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April 2024 in “BMJ Open” This scoping review revealed that methods for measuring traumatic scar thickness using ultrasound are inconsistently reported and mainly remain in early research phases, highlighting a need for standardizing these methods to bridge the gap to routine clinical practice.
5 citations
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January 2023 in “Indian Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism” This consensus document discusses guidelines for gender-affirming hormone therapy in India, offering recommendations based on a review of existing evidence and expert input, without reporting new clinical results.
4 citations
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April 2022 in “Microorganisms” In this study, clinically used preoperative skin preparations with povidone iodine and chlorhexidine gluconate did not meet FDA log-reduction standards for bacterial bioburden in a porcine model, suggesting persistent infection risks.
1 citations
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March 2023 in “Nutrients” This joint consensus statement from several Polish professional associations discusses strategies for improving obesity treatment and enhancing primary care's role in managing obesity, with no new empirical data reported.
This study found that machine learning techniques, such as Random Forest, SVMs, and KNN, can significantly improve the early detection and determination of hair loss, potentially transforming treatment with more accurate and personalized approaches compared to traditional methods.
June 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study reviews AI's role in aesthetic medicine, noting it enhances diagnostic accuracy and personalized treatment planning, but faces challenges like ethical concerns, algorithmic biases, and regulatory issues that need addressing for successful integration.
35 citations
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October 2019 in “Journal of pediatric health care” This article reviews the clinical presentations, pathophysiology, and treatment options for various skin conditions in children with skin of color and reports no new findings.
27 citations
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January 2015 in “International Journal of Trichology” This study found that a marine-extract dietary supplement significantly reduced hair shedding and increased hair diameter in premenopausal women with subclinical hair thinning or hair loss after 6 months of use.
August 2025 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” This review details phenol's dermatological uses and underscores its potent skin rejuvenation effects but emphasizes the need for caution due to risks of serious complications, including cardiac arrhythmias and organ failure, particularly with improper use or large-area applications.
December 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review examined 40 studies on exosome-based therapies for alopecia areata, reporting significant hair regrowth and improvements in hair count, length, and thickness, but highlighted the need for standardized methodologies and robust RCTs before clinical application.
August 2024 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” This review examines quality control in preparing platelet-rich plasma, highlighting knowledge gaps in its clinical efficacy and safety, but reports no new clinical results.
June 2022 in “Frontiers in Medicine” This review discusses acupuncture and moxibustion for alopecia and reports evidence suggesting their efficacy for various types of hair loss, but notes barriers like cost and aversion to needles.
4 citations
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May 2022 in “Medicina” In this study, Kampo medicine was frequently prescribed for general fatigue in long COVID, particularly the formula hochuekkito, suggesting its potential as a treatment option.