research The C3H/HeJ mouse and DEBR rat models for alopecia areata: review of preclinical drug screening approaches and results 59 citations , September 2008 in “Experimental dermatology” Both mouse and rat models are effective for testing alopecia areata treatments.
research Pathogenesis of Alopecia Areata in C3H/HeJ Mice and DEBR Rats January 2006 Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease that targets hair follicles.
research Treatment of alopecia areata in the DEBR model using Cyclosporin A lipid vesicles. 54 citations , December 2004 in “PubMed” Cyclosporin A vesicles effectively regrow hair and reduce inflammation in alopecia areata.
research Alopecia areata − animal models 69 citations , July 2002 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Alopecia areata is influenced by genetics and immune system factors, and better understanding could improve treatments.
research Alopecia Areata 24 citations , January 2008 in “KARGER eBooks” The document concludes that ongoing research using animal models is crucial for better understanding and treating Alopecia Areata.