38 citations
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May 2009 in “European journal of dermatology/EJD. European journal of dermatology” This study found that the TrichoScan method for evaluating hair loss showed excellent correlation with manual marking and provided more consistent, reproducible results with less variability and operator error.
May 2026 in “Journal of Basic and Clinical Health Sciences” This study found that certain trichoscopic features, including hair diameter diversity patterns, helped differentiate female androgenetic alopecia from telogen effluvium in women, suggesting their potential use in clinical diagnosis.
June 2025 in “Pediatric Annals” This review highlights the importance of primary care physicians in diagnosing and managing hair loss in adolescents, noting that early treatment and education are essential for achieving the best clinical and psychosocial outcomes.
27 citations
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August 2017 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” In this case report, a patient with trichotillomania showed a significant positive response to treatment with N-acetylcysteine, suggesting its potential effectiveness for this disorder according to the authors’ observations.
10 citations
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February 2013 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This study found that TRH modulates specific keratins in human scalp tissue, suggesting its potential influence on hair growth and the need for further exploration of neuroendocrine controls in keratin expression.
November 2024 in “Cureus” This case report described a 43-year-old male with trichotillomania, experiencing severe alopecia and an ulcerated plaque, who improved with a combination of antibiotic, antidepressant, and psychotherapy treatments, suggesting that these interventions may benefit individuals with psychiatric comorbidities linked to this condition.
2 citations
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July 2024 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” In this study, telemedicine using trichoscopy for alopecia areata patients showed high concordance with outpatient trichoscopy in image quality and similar levels of patient satisfaction, indicating its effectiveness for follow-up and continuity of care.
January 2024 in “Revista del Centro Dermatológico Pascua” In this case report, a 24-year-old male with acquired distal trichorrhexis nodosa showed significant improvement after avoiding harmful hair treatments and using a repair shampoo alongside biotin and zinc supplements.
June 2024 in “Annals of Medicine and Surgery” This case report highlights the rare co-occurrence of Pili Annulati and Trichorrhexis Nodosa in a Syrian woman, underlining the need for further research into their relationship and treatment.
131 citations
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July 2009 in “Experimental Dermatology” This review discusses the development and advances in studying trichogenic dermal cells for hair follicle morphogenesis, summarizing methods, bioassays, and molecular markers, but reports no new research findings.
April 2020 in “Trends in Immunotherapy” In this study, 60% of patients with alopecia totalis showed partial hair regrowth after being treated with triamcinolone acetonide injections, with one patient achieving complete regrowth and responding well to further immunotherapy.
20 citations
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December 2015 in “Journal of Pharmacopuncture” In this study, thread-embedding therapy enhanced hair regrowth in C57BL/6 mice by regulating growth factors associated with hair follicle anagen development and promoting cellular proliferation in hair follicles.
January 2026 in “Clinical Case Reports” This case report describes a 6-year-old girl diagnosed with the rare concurrence of monilethrix and trichorrhexis nodosa, characterized by sparse, brittle hair, who showed minimal clinical improvement with low-dose oral and topical minoxidil treatment.
January 2023 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” This case report identifies a 23-year-old man with congenital triangular alopecia, a non-scarring alopecia characterized by preserved follicles and vellus hair, for which unnecessary interventions should be avoided.
86 citations
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February 2003 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This article discusses various mechanisms for promoting hair growth in pattern hair loss and highlights the challenge of balancing short-term measurable results in trials with the need for long-term efficacy data.
1 citations
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November 2017 in “Dermatologic clinics” This review discusses common male cosmetic procedures often performed in combination but provides no new clinical results; it shares the author's experience and suggests potential benefits of combining therapies.
2 citations
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July 1994 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” This study found that a laboratory model using nude mice can produce human hair follicles with amino acid compositions resembling both normal and trichothiodystrophy-affected human scalp hair over extended periods.
This study analyzed hair-loss clinical trials from 2015 to 2025 and found that, while the number of registrations increased globally, research activity was concentrated in certain regions and varied in therapeutic approaches and outcome specifications.
1 citations
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May 2022 in “International Journal of Trichology” This article discusses hair loss conditions and available camouflage options after medical and surgical interventions fail, but it reports no new clinical findings.
23 citations
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April 2017 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This review discusses the importance of recognizing and treating psychiatric conditions in dermatology patients, offering practical recommendations for dermatologists to manage psychocutaneous diseases effectively, but reports no new clinical results.
10 citations
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January 2013 in “International Journal of Trichology” This study found that trichoscopy using anisotrichosis criteria was 75% sensitive and 61.54% specific in diagnosing early female pattern hair loss in women without visible hair thinning.
January 2018 in “Skin appendage disorders” A woman's hair loss was correctly diagnosed as Lichen planopilaris after initial misdiagnosis, highlighting the usefulness of trichoscopy in diagnosing hair disorders.
33 citations
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December 1982 in “Developmental Medicine & Child Neurology” The authors reviewed cases of six children with both hair-shaft abnormalities and neurological disorders, noting that such hair defects may indicate neurological conditions, including potentially treatable metabolic errors.
27 citations
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July 1993 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” 5 citations
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November 2010 in “Veterinary Record” Treatment with oral terbinafine and topical enilconazole was successful in resolving a Trichophyton dermatophytosis outbreak in L'Hoest's monkeys, with complete mycological cure achieved after eight weeks.
This study reviewed the efficacy of hair intradermotherapy for treating androgenetic alopecia, finding that the technique, whether used alone or with other interventions, can increase hair density, reduce hair loss, and improve patient self-esteem, although professional supervision is recommended to minimize adverse effects.
9 citations
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June 2011 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This study found that a commercially available shampoo significantly increased hair counts and reduced hair shedding in Korean subjects with alopecia over 16 weeks.
7 citations
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January 2016 in “Laboratory Investigation” TR3 is mainly found in hair follicle stem cells and may be involved in hair loss.
44 citations
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July 2005 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” Hair transplantation successfully treated a woman's hair loss caused by a tight ponytail.
June 2026 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Global Open” This study observed that multimodal therapy, including platelet-rich plasma, minoxidil, finasteride, and lifestyle modifications, significantly improved hair diameter and density among individuals with androgenetic alopecia and other noncicatricial hair loss conditions, especially in less advanced cases, after at least 8 sessions.