3 citations
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June 2022 in “European journal of human genetics” A new type of pachyonychia congenita linked to a specific keratin gene mutation was found in two Pakistani families.
5 citations
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February 2022 in “Molecular genetics & genomic medicine” New gene variants linked to a rare inherited hair loss disorder were found in three Chinese families.
7 citations
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October 2019 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Certain gene variations in the Vitamin D receptor may increase the risk of chronic hair loss.
1 citations
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January 2020 in “Indian journal of dermatology, venereology, and leprology” CD117 and platelet-derived growth factor receptor α may play a role in alopecia areata.
April 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Skin grafts from related donors significantly healed chronic wounds in patients with a severe skin condition over a year.
7 citations
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December 2015 in “International Journal of Dermatology” New and known mutations in the hairless gene cause a hair loss condition called Atrichia with papular lesions.
36 citations
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January 2010 in “Journal of Pediatric Endocrinology and Metabolism” A new gene mutation causes vitamin D resistance and hair loss in two unrelated girls.
9 citations
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June 2017 in “American journal of ophthalmology. Case reports” A new mutation in the CDH3 gene causes hair loss and vision problems in a young girl.
The curly mutation in SELH/Bc mice affects hair and may help study human genetic disorders.
7 citations
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September 2013 in “Familial cancer” Birt–Hogg–Dubé syndrome is a rare genetic condition causing skin lesions, lung cysts, and a higher chance of kidney cancer.
52 citations
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April 2013 in “Developmental Cell” Brg1 is crucial for hair growth and skin repair by maintaining stem cells and promoting regeneration.
47 citations
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September 2012 in “Human molecular genetics online/Human molecular genetics” Folliculin deficiency causes problems with cell division and positioning due to disrupted RhoA signaling and interaction with p0071.
11 citations
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January 2012 in “Journal of cell science” Rac1 is essential for proper hair structure and color.
April 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” BRG1 is essential for skin cells to move and heal wounds properly.
July 2024 in “Egyptian Journal of Medical Human Genetics” These gene variations are not linked to alopecia areata in Egyptians.
11 citations
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March 2014 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Hair loss gene linked to prostate issues.
17 citations
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August 2012 in “Journal of Medical Genetics” A new mutation in the XEDAR gene might cause a rare skin condition called hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia.
September 1997 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” 23 citations
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January 2017 in “BMC Medical Genetics” A new CDH3 gene mutation was found in a Spanish patient with sparse hair and eye issues.
July 2023 in “Developmental medicine and child neurology/Developmental medicine & child neurology” DFMO treatment improves hair growth, muscle tone, and development in Bachmann-Bupp syndrome patients.
3 citations
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February 2020 in “The journal of gene medicine” A mutation in the HR gene causes a rare form of irreversible hair loss in two Kashmiri families. Whole exome sequencing is effective for finding such mutations.
48 citations
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January 2003 in “Fertility and Sterility” There's no significant link between the D19S884 marker at the insulin receptor gene and polycystic ovary syndrome.
September 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” RCS-01 is safe and may help rejuvenate aging skin.
5 citations
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August 2012 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Dermatologists should guide patients on blood donation timing due to various eligibility criteria.
38 citations
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February 2012 in “British Journal of Dermatology” AR/EDA2R gene linked to early-onset female hair loss, but 20p11 gene not involved.
January 2025 in “Iraqi Journal of Science” PDCD4 protein levels, affected by genetics and breastfeeding, may predict breast cancer treatment response.
19 citations
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May 2006 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Researchers found a new mutation causing total hair loss from birth.
9 citations
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January 2011 in “EXPERIMENTAL ANIMALS” A new rat strain with a specific gene mutation causes hair loss and kidney issues.
7 citations
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July 2020 in “Immunological Investigations” The rs231775 genetic variant is linked to a higher risk and severity of Alopecia Areata in males.
9 citations
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September 2014 in “Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention” Certain genetic variants in the androgen receptor are linked to higher PSA levels, potentially affecting prostate cancer screening outcomes.