3 citations
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July 2015 in “oURspace (University of Regina)” This thesis presents research conducted in partial fulfillment of a Master's degree in Software Systems Engineering but does not report new empirical findings.
This paper reviews the process and considerations for hair transplant surgery using the FUE method, but does not present new clinical results.
September 2015 in “Research Portal (King's College London)” This study quantified the effects of chemical treatments like oxidative bleaching and hair relaxing on the movement characteristics of hair strands using a novel high-speed recording method.
June 2026 in “BULLETIN OF STOMATOLOGY AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY” This review summarizes the clinical, dermoscopic, and histopathological features of keratoacanthoma and discusses treatment strategies, emphasizing dermoscopy's role in diagnosis and individualized treatment planning.
October 2025 in “Dermatologica Sinica” This review highlights that although advancements in alopecia areata treatments, such as Janus kinase inhibitors and combination therapies, show promise, further research is necessary to validate their long-term safety and efficacy.
January 2010 in “EPub Bayreuth (University of Bayreuth)” This study found that Polyquaternium-87 significantly reduced friction forces on hair surfaces treated with various shampoo formulations, highlighting its potential for improving hair care products.
18 citations
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February 2006 in “Brain & development” This case study reports successful treatment of a 19-year-old with Satoyoshi syndrome using a combination of carbamazepine, methotrexate, prednisolone, and sex-steroids, improving muscle spasms, alopecia, and quality of life.
4 citations
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January 2024 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This consensus statement outlines a treatment algorithm for alopecia areata, detailing systemic treatment indications and options, including EMA-approved medications baricitinib and ritlecitinib for severe cases, as well as other off-label treatments and adjuvant therapies like oral minoxidil.
April 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Finasteride effectively treated hidradenitis suppurativa.
1 citations
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January 2018 in “Journal of V. N. Karazin Kharkiv National University: Series Medicine” This review analyzes studies on autologous platelet-rich plasma for androgenic alopecia, reporting mixed results and highlighting the need for standardized protocols and further research.
1 citations
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June 2013 in “Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases” This study observed that while all DMARD regimens had similar safety profiles, the leflunomide group experienced the most serious side effects leading to therapy discontinuation.
June 2026 in “Research in Health Science” This review summarizes recent advancements in treatments for oily skin and related conditions like acne, folliculitis, and seborrheic dermatitis, aiming to inform both clinical applications and further research on skin health, as reported in this paper.
10 citations
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September 2020 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Both methods improve hair density and thickness; double-spin may be more effective.
2 citations
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May 2025 in “BMJ Open” This study identified significant patient frustration with limited access to treatments for alopecia areata in Germany, exacerbated by the absence of health insurance reimbursement for necessary medications.
1 citations
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January 2023 in “Drug Development and Industrial Pharmacy” This study observed that DMSO-modified liposomes enhanced the topical delivery of finasteride, improving hair follicle density and growth phase ratio in a rat model of testosterone-induced alopecia.
1 citations
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March 2021 in “medRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This study provided insight into unexpected uses and abuse of oral contraceptive pills by Jordanian males, primarily for bodybuilding, as reported by community pharmacists.
1 citations
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April 2020 in “Plastic and Aesthetic Nursing” This review discusses platelet-rich plasma therapy for nonscarring alopecia and reports no new clinical results; the author recommends more large-scale controlled studies, particularly for scarring alopecia and symptom control.
1 citations
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January 2017 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” This commentary reviews clinical trials on platelet-rich plasma treatments for androgenetic alopecia and emphasizes the need for standardized preparation methods and concentrations; it reports no new clinical results.
8 citations
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February 2010 in “Journal of Dermatology” This study observed that a topical liposome formulation of a 5‐α‐reductase inhibitor effectively reduced the size of treated sebaceous glands and induced apoptosis in a hamster model, suggesting potential benefits for acne treatment.
2 citations
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June 2017 in “ScienceRise” This study developed a mask-cream containing Sabal palm extract and Sophora japonica tincture for androgenic alopecia prevention and treatment, establishing optimal production techniques using a reverse emulsion method.
2 citations
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March 2016 in “The Journal of Dermatology” The researchers reported that the facial Psoriasis Log-based Area and Severity Index (fPLASI) more reliably and sensitively captured clinical improvement in facial psoriasis than the existing facial Psoriasis Area and Severity Index (fPASI).
April 2025 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” Liposomes improve minoxidil delivery to hair follicles, enhancing treatment for hair loss.
8 citations
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May 2017 in “Singapore Medical Journal” A Korean woman with complete hair loss regrew her hair after taking tofacitinib, with no side effects.
56 citations
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January 2021 in “Clinical and Experimental Medicine” This review highlights the challenges in treating alopecia areata, noting that current therapies often lead to relapse and have uncertain long-term effectiveness; it also points to potential future treatments such as JAK-STAT inhibitors and PRP.
November 2023 in “Aktualʹnì problemi sučasnoï medicini” This article provides a review of alopecia areata, highlighting the development of diagnostic and therapeutic algorithms that consider factors such as age, disease severity, and quality of life, but it reports no new clinical findings.
April 2023 in “Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology” This study reported that optimized transfersomes and their gel form significantly improved transdermal delivery and hair growth promotion of minoxidil in C57BL/6 mice compared to commercial formulations.
3 citations
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August 2020 in “Case Reports in Dermatology” This case report suggests that JAK inhibitors like tofacitinib may effectively treat alopecia in patients with complex cases involving both rheumatological and dermatological conditions.
7 citations
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July 2024 in “Frontiers in Immunology” This article reviews current research on the link between COVID-19 and alopecia areata, suggesting COVID-19 may increase the risk of autoimmune diseases, including alopecia, especially in those over 40, and discusses potential mechanisms and treatment options.
October 2008 in “Journal of Intellectual Property Law & Practice” The article concludes that recent legal rulings have strengthened the protection of pharmaceutical patents against generic competition.
November 2025 in “Portuguese National Funding Agency for Science, Research and Technology (RCAAP Project by FCT)” This study investigates the relationship between chemotherapy for cervical cancer, including drugs like Paclitaxel and Cisplatin, and the development of alopecia, highlighting the need for more research to improve symptom management and the crucial role of pharmacists in patient education and care.