12 citations
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January 1991 in “Archives of dermatological research” Male hormones control a specific gene in hamster skin, with different hormones having varying effects.
11 citations
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February 2021 in “Biomedicines” This review discusses the role of hair follicle bacterial colonization in immune responses and the pathogenesis of alopecia but reports no new clinical results.
11 citations
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September 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that Blumea eriantha silver nanoparticles promoted hair growth in treated animals, with activity comparable to minoxidil in terms of anagen follicle transition.
11 citations
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January 2020 in “Micro and Nanosystems” This study found that transethosomal gel loaded with propranolol hydrochloride prolonged drug release and increased peak plasma concentration compared to an oral tablet, suggesting a promising alternative for delivery.
11 citations
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August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” This article discusses the use of tissue expansion combined with older surgical techniques to repair large scalp defects and reports no new clinical results.
11 citations
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May 2009 in “Medical Hypotheses” This paper proposes a theory explaining how the normal anabolic effects of androgens lead to structural changes and hair follicle miniaturization, contributing to androgenic alopecia.
11 citations
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August 2004 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” This review describes endoscopic techniques for rejuvenating the upper two-thirds of the face, highlighting their safety, reliability, and fewer complications compared to traditional open procedures, and reports no new clinical results.
10 citations
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June 2024 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” This review highlights that while sonidegib and vismodegib offer promising treatment options for advanced basal cell carcinoma, their use is often limited by treatment-emergent adverse events, which can be managed through protocol modifications and supportive interventions.
10 citations
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April 2016 in “Research and reports in transdermal drug delivery” This review discusses the potential of follicular drug delivery systems to target the pilosebaceous unit and reports no new research findings.
10 citations
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October 2015 in “Medicina Clínica (english Edition)” This review discusses the therapeutic potential and safety of bioidentical recombinant human epidermal growth factor (rhEGF) for various skin and mucosa conditions and reports no new clinical results.
9 citations
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July 2020 in “Experimental Dermatology” This review emphasizes the potential of repurposing topical L-thyroxine for skin ulcers and telogen effluvium and highlights the need for further exploration of its use in dermatology.
9 citations
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November 2008 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” This article reviews techniques for repairing scalp deformities and concludes that combining older methods with modern hair restoration allows for satisfactory treatment of large scarred areas.
8 citations
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March 2021 in “Medicina-lithuania” This review discusses the use of platelet-rich plasma for treating female androgenetic alopecia, reporting that it shows high patient satisfaction and improved quality of life in affected women.
8 citations
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October 2017 in “Dermatologic surgery” This review emphasizes aesthetic principles for achieving a masculine look in male periorbital rejuvenation, specifically focusing on the upper eyelid, lower eyelid, lateral canthus, and brow, but reports no new clinical results.
8 citations
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October 2008 in “Medical hypotheses” This article introduces a new theory on male pattern baldness, attributing it to scalp pressure affecting hair follicles, and suggests it could revolutionize understanding and treatment; no clinical results are presented.
7 citations
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November 2018 in “International Journal of Research -GRANTHAALAYAH” This study introduces a tabletop technique demonstrating that endogenous biomagnetic fields from human hair can induce red blood cells agglutination and Rouleaux formations.
6 citations
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April 2017 in “InTech eBooks” This book discusses various unanswered questions about headaches, including genetic factors, smartphone effects, and botulinum toxin's potential benefits for chronic migraines, but reports no new clinical findings.
6 citations
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May 2016 in “Urolithiasis” This study found that the risk of urinary stone disease increased significantly in patients with severe androgenetic alopecia, and that testosterone deficiency was more frequent among these patients.
6 citations
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January 2016 in “Springer eBooks” Invasomes effectively deliver drugs through the skin and have potential for improved treatments.
6 citations
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September 1995 in “The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery” This study found that prolonged acute tissue expansion notably increased the amount of scalp tissue removed during scalp reduction surgery in three patients.
5 citations
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August 2025 in “Drug Delivery and Translational Research” This review discusses lipid-polymer hybrid nanoparticles for dermatological applications, outlining their structural and formulation advancements, but reports no new clinical results and calls for further research on their therapeutic potential.
5 citations
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August 2024 in “Clinical & Translational Oncology” This review provides a comprehensive overview of multidisciplinary dermo-aesthetic interventions for breast cancer patients, aiming to establish safe protocols involving various specialists to improve quality of life, although consultation with an oncologist before treatment is advised.
5 citations
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April 2019 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open” This literature review suggests that fractional laser therapies may positively impact hair regrowth in androgenic alopecia, though current evidence is mostly limited to small studies and case reports, highlighting a need for more comprehensive randomized controlled trials to confirm their efficacy and safety.
5 citations
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September 2012 in “Springer eBooks” Nanoparticles can be used to deliver drugs to hair follicles, potentially improving treatments for conditions like acne and alopecia, and could also be used for vaccine delivery and gene therapy.
5 citations
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November 1999 in “Medical Hypotheses” Minoxidil, a common hair loss treatment, might work by counteracting a hormone that reduces hair growth and promotes hair loss.
4 citations
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January 2025 in “Translational Psychiatry” In this study, remote photobiomodulation therapy to the lungs improved behavioral and neurological outcomes in rats with repeated closed-head injuries, suggesting potential preventive benefits for brain health.
4 citations
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June 2021 in “Powder Technology” This study developed finasteride-containing granules using a method that improved follicular targeting for androgenic alopecia and reported potential for easy industrial production.
4 citations
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April 2002 in “Medical Hypotheses” Hormones cause hair loss by affecting cell growth and weakening cell attraction.
3 citations
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January 2019 in “Česká a slovenská farmacie” This review discusses various types of microneedles and their potential to expand the range of drugs delivered via the skin, but reports no new clinical results.
2 citations
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March 2025 in “International Journal of Advanced Science and Engineering” This review highlights that nanoemulsions, especially those with droplet sizes under 200 nm, show promise in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics by improving drug stability, bioavailability, and reducing side effects, with potential applications in CNS diseases, cancer treatments, and skincare products.