29 citations
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November 2015 in “Acta Biomaterialia” This study found that water-filtered infrared A radiation can induce the release of a model drug from gold nanoparticle-doped particles in hair follicles in an ex vivo porcine skin model, suggesting feasibility for follicular drug delivery systems.
22 citations
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December 2015 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study found that mice with a mutation in the Zdhhc13 gene exhibited increased susceptibility to skin cancer, highlighting a potential protective role of palmitoyl acyltransferase in skin carcinogenesis.
12 citations
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July 2020 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” This review evaluates the hormonal, metabolic, and clinical aspects of a male equivalent PCOS syndrome in men and highlights areas where further research is needed, reporting no new empirical findings.
9 citations
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June 2020 in “Korean Journal of Parasitology” This case report describes the first documented instance of sarcoptic mange in a pet rabbit in Korea, with successful treatment using weekly ivermectin injections leading to full recovery.
1 citations
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January 2024 in “Journal of clinical medicine” This literature review highlights the changing epidemiology of tinea capitis due to global migration and underscores the importance of early recognition and treatment of atypical variants in immunocompetent children to minimize prolonged systemic antifungal therapy and prevent adverse events, especially regarding liver health.
1 citations
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October 2023 in “The Journal of nutrition, health & aging” In this study, hair levels of zinc and chromium were associated with a reduced likelihood of age-related cognitive decline in centenarians and oldest-old adults, suggesting further research is needed on these elements' potential role in cognitive health among the elderly.
1 citations
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January 2022 in “Open Access Macedonian Journal of Medical Sciences” This study found that BDNF gene polymorphism was significantly associated with depression in patients with autoimmune thyroiditis and hypothyroidism in the Western Ukrainian population, unlike VDR and NMDA polymorphisms.
January 2025 in “Parasites & Vectors” This observational study identified L. infantum infection in meerkats housed in two zoological parks in Madrid, marking the first such report for this species, though the disease persisted in one individual despite treatment.
October 2024 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This study reviewed recent literature and reported that although PRP products are recognized for benefits in dermatology, including wound care and hair growth, there remains a need for standardized protocols and consensus to enhance their acceptance in cosmetic dermatology.
April 2024 in “International Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases” This study observed a marked increase in syphilis frequency within the studied population in 2020, along with dynamic patterns of clinical manifestations and increasing re-infection rates.
February 2023 in “Journal of Ginseng Research/Journal of ginseng research” This review discusses the formation of gintonin LPAs in ginseng during processing and reports no new clinical results; the authors suggest potential benefits against degenerative diseases through LPA receptors.
January 2023 in “IGI Global eBooks” This review covers the diverse applications of Cannabis sativa in areas like cancer treatment, skin care, and alopecia, but reports no new clinical results; continued research faces challenges due to legal variability.
October 2020 in “Проблемы эндокринологии” This review discusses the potential roles of androgens and antiandrogens in COVID-19 outcomes, noting unresolved questions about their effectiveness and safety for treatment.
January 2024 in “Journal of chemical health risks” In this study, gold nanoparticles-embedded ceria nanoparticles with enhanced antioxidant activities effectively reduced inflammation and colon injury in a colitis mouse model, suggesting their potential as a nano-therapeutic for inflammatory bowel disease.
January 2013 in “Journal of dermatology” This letter to the editor raises the possibility of a new medical entity characterized by symptoms such as poikiloderma, hyperpigmentation, alopecia, malformed bones, lymphedema, and decreased cortisol, but provides no clinical results.
16 citations
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November 2023 in “Scientific Reports” This study developed a niosomal delivery system loaded with tretinoin and bicalutamide, optimized for follicular targeting in acne management, showing promising accumulation in hair follicles in animal models.
113 citations
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August 2016 in “Mycopathologia” This review discusses the developments in antifungal treatments for dermatophyte infections since 2008, reporting no new oral agents but introducing newer topical options like efinaconazole and tavaborole.
23 citations
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August 2019 in “Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America” Pollution exposure speeds up hair damage.
149 citations
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June 2002 in “Veterinary record/The veterinary record” This study found that trilostane was effective in resolving symptoms such as polyuria and polydipsia in many dogs with pituitary-dependent hyperadrenocorticism, with significant hormone level reductions observed.
86 citations
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May 2008 in “Cytokine & growth factor reviews” This review discusses recent discoveries about the role of Eda and other TNF-related cytokines in skin appendage development and reports no new experimental results, highlighting developments since the last comprehensive summary in 2003.
14 citations
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August 2016 in “Journal of nanomedicine research” This animal study found that biscuits fortified with zinc oxide nanoparticles improved growth, appetite, and hair growth in zinc-deficient rats more effectively than traditional zinc forms, without apparent toxicity.
9 citations
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June 2019 in “Mycopathologia” This study found that the presence of Malassezia fungi in the scalp's hairy roots was more pronounced in individuals with androgenetic alopecia than in healthy controls, suggesting a potential link to the condition.
1 citations
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January 2019 in “Elsevier eBooks” This review discusses scaffold materials and properties used in epidermal tissue engineering to promote skin regeneration and reports no new research findings.
2 citations
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September 2013 in “Serbian Journal of Dermatology and Venereology” This study found a high prevalence of sexually transmitted infections, particularly anogenital warts and syphilis, among HIV-infected adults in Serbia, underscoring the importance of education on safe sex practices.
273 citations
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May 2017 in “The Lancet” This review discusses the diagnosis and management of severe cutaneous adverse reactions to drugs and provides guidance for physicians to improve patient outcomes, but it reports no new clinical results.
150 citations
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February 2013 in “Surgical Infections” This review discusses the historical and modern use of silver for reducing infections and aiding healing in burns, wounds, and medical devices, noting its benefits and limitations in various applications.
76 citations
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January 2007 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” This review discusses the dermatologic features of PCOS as potential early indicators of the syndrome and notes that treatment of these conditions may enhance quality of life and psychological well-being, but it reports no new clinical results.
29 citations
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January 2014 in “Frontiers in physiology” This review examines the molecular mechanisms of the circadian clock and its effects on cardiovascular functions, proposing a novel non-invasive method using hair follicle cells to assess circadian regulation in humans, but reports no new clinical results.
12 citations
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January 2020 in “touchREVIEWS in Endocrinology” Testosterone may both worsen and protect against COVID-19 effects in men.
8 citations
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June 2022 in “Frontiers in bioengineering and biotechnology” This study found that a collagen patch made with fibroblast-derived extracellular matrix (fdECM) extracted from human lung fibroblasts enhanced wound healing by promoting wound contraction, angiogenesis, and skin remodeling in full-thickness skin wound models, including those with diabetic ulcers.