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February 2010 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This study explores the expression of Snail1 in the fibrotic dermis of postmenopausal women with frontal fibrosing alopecia, suggesting a possible link to epithelial-mesenchymal transition.
October 2014 in “Dialnet (Universidad de la Rioja)” This research concluded that Snail2's absence in myeloid progenitors promotes tumor progression in mice, and specific zinc fingers are crucial for Snail1 and Snail2's roles in establishing epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition.
April 2026 in “Inflammopharmacology” This study found that Punica granatum ethanolic leaf extract may alleviate skin fibrosis in rats by modulating inflammation-related pathways and reducing dermal alterations.
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January 2025 in “Head & Neck” In this report, researchers highlighted the snail flap as a highly reliable and minimally invasive reconstructive technique that preserves hair and requires minimal hospitalization, making it suitable for elderly or frail patients with moderate scalp defects.
June 2025 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This source reported that the use of snail mucus secretions in skincare has historical roots and is increasingly accepted in modern markets due to potential antiaging effects such as promoting skin repair and reducing oxidative stress.