May 2017 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Monilethrix is a rare, inherited condition causing fragile hair and hair loss, with no cure but some treatments may help.
Grateloupia elliptica seaweed extract may promote hair growth by activating Wnt/β-catenin signaling and cell proliferation.
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February 2015 in “Anais brasileiros de dermatologia/Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” A 6-year-old girl was diagnosed with a rare hair disorder and started treatment with topical minoxidil.
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March 2017 in “Experimental Dermatology” Curly hair is influenced by specific genetic variations.
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November 2012 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Curly hair breaks more easily, especially with chemical treatments, but simpler grooming reduces breakage.
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January 2001 in “Pediatric dermatology” A dark-haired Chinese girl had hair that looked banded under certain light but was normal under a microscope.
February 2018 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Rodent spiny hair traits are due to genetic factors other than the Edar gene.
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January 2010 in “International journal of trichology” Trichoscopy can diagnose monilethrix, a genetic hair defect causing hair thinning and loss.
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June 2019 in “Cosmetics” Mixed-race individuals have hair with varied shapes and more root damage.
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October 2010 in “Placenta” The shape and size of the placenta may help predict future health risks for both mother and child.
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January 2021 in “Clinical case reports” The Hotz-Celsus surgery successfully fixed inward-turning eyelids in cattle.
Caucasian and Mediterranean hair is denser and varies in color and texture compared to African and Asian hair.
December 2020 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” Trichoscopy helped diagnose a teenage girl's hair loss as monilethrix.
January 2019 in “Global Dermatology” Genetic hair shaft abnormalities can be seen with microscopes and often affect scalp hair.
August 2001 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Elliptografting gives better hair appearance and satisfaction than other methods.
October 2023 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” The FUE-LE technique combines two hair transplant methods to improve graft yield without needing a large team or extra costs.
June 1997 in “The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery” Reharvesting hair from donor sites using punch and strip methods can provide more hair for transplants and improve scar appearance.
November 2023 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” Choosing between follicular unit extraction and strip harvesting for hair restoration depends on the patient's individual goals and the pros and cons of each method.
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January 2022 in “Hair transplant forum international” The FUE-LE technique combines two hair transplant methods to harvest more hair with minimal visible scarring, especially for patients with advanced hair loss.
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January 2015 in “Hair transplant forum international” Using human recombinant hyaluronidase in donor strip harvesting may improve the procedure.
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March 1996 in “The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery” A new hair transplant method creates one appealing scar, uses donor hair better, and speeds up surgery.
December 2023 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” Surgeons should be careful with FUE hair transplants to avoid negative effects on the donor area's appearance and ensure good cosmetic results.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Eyebrow follicles are best for accurate genetic testing after stem cell transplants.
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July 1984 in “The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology” A new suturing technique for hair transplant donor sites leads to better scarring and allows more grafts to be taken.
October 2022 in “Hair Transplantation” Proper technique in strip hair transplantation minimizes complications.
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March 1994 in “The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery” The Total Excision Techniques improve hair transplant results by increasing grafts by at least 50% and reducing scarring.
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.
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November 2021 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” The new hair graft device is faster, more efficient, and reduces damage to hair follicles.
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August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” The conclusion is that careful planning and technique in hair transplant surgery are crucial for successful graft harvesting and minimizing scars, with proper aftercare to avoid complications.
October 2022 in “Hair Transplantation” Successful hair transplants need enough donor hair and careful planning.