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June 2024 in “International journal of biological macromolecules” The hydrogel effectively stops bleeding and heals diabetic wounds quickly.
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June 2023 in “Frontiers in Medicine” Calcium Hydroxylapatite may help skin regeneration and improve skin appearance.
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June 2024 in “BMC Oral Health” Autologous platelet concentrates can effectively treat oral lichen planus like topical steroids.
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November 2019 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” A new variant of lichen planopilaris causing diffuse hair thinning was identified.
January 2025 in “Haematology International Journal” These ovarian conditions cause high testosterone levels.
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