research Validation of alopecia coding in US claims data among women of childbearing age
The algorithm accurately identified alopecia in women of childbearing age using claims data.
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research Hair Removal for Patients Undergoing Feminizing Surgeries in Oregon’s Medicaid Program
Improved access to hair removal is crucial for transgender individuals before feminizing surgeries.
research Real-World Treatment Patterns among Patients with Alopecia Areata in the USA: A Retrospective Claims Analysis
Corticosteroids are the most common treatment for alopecia areata, but many patients need better options.
research Association of society of dermatology hospitalist institutions with improved outcomes in Medicare beneficiaries hospitalized for skin disease
Patients at dermatology specialist hospitals had lower death and readmission rates but higher treatment costs.
research An exploratory analysis of 5‐alpha reductase inhibitors and risk of opioid use disorder among male Medicare beneficiaries receiving prescription opioid medications
Using 5-alpha reductase inhibitors may lower the risk of opioid addiction in men taking opioids.
research The Current Landscape for Direct-to-Consumer Genetic Testing: Legal, Ethical, and Policy Issues
The document concludes that the fast-growing direct-to-consumer genetic testing market lacks sufficient regulation, posing risks to consumers due to questionable test quality and accuracy.
research PSS21 GAP ANALYSIS FOR PATIENT-REPORTED OUTCOMES MEASURES FOR ALOPECIA
No current patient-reported outcome measure fully meets FDA requirements for alopecia treatments.
research P33: Experimental Advances in Hair Restoration Surgery
Hair transplant surgeries can be improved by preserving follicles in a special solution, and surgeries done at outpatient facilities are more profitable than those at hospitals.
research P35: Facility Cost Analysis in Outpatient Plastic Surgery: Implications for Aesthetic Surgery in the Academic Health Center
Outpatient aesthetic and reconstructive surgeries are about equally profitable in Academic Health Centers and Ambulatory Surgery Centers when time is considered, but dedicated surgery centers are generally more profitable.
research P27: Coverage of Large Sacral Pressure Sores with the Gluteal Perforator Flap
The SGAP flap effectively treats large sacral pressure sores with good results and minimal complications.
research A History of Drug Advertising: The Evolving Roles of Consumers and Consumer Protection
Drug advertising has greatly increased, changing consumer behavior and raising concerns about its influence on healthcare and patient protection.
research How Much Health Insurance Is Enough? Revisiting the Concept of Underinsurance
The document concludes that there is no clear definition of adequate health insurance, and a consistent method to measure underinsurance is needed.
research Who Benefits from Repealing Tampon Taxes? Empirical Evidence from New Jersey
Repealing tampon taxes helps low-income people the most by making menstrual products cheaper.
research Economic Burden and Healthcare Resource Use of Alopecia Areata in an Insured Population in the USA
Alopecia areata leads to significantly higher healthcare costs due to more doctor visits and prescriptions.
research Effect of metformin by employing 2-hour postload insulin for measuring insulin resistance in Taiwanese women with polycystic ovary syndrome
Metformin improved insulin resistance and BMI in overweight Taiwanese women with PCOS, and a 2-hour insulin test may be a good screening tool.
research Characterization of the role of Facebook groups for patients who use scalp cooling therapy: a survey study
Facebook groups help patients using scalp cooling therapy by offering support, advice, and product recommendations.
research Impact of a health alert and its implementation on flutamide prescriptions for women: an interrupted time series analysis
Health warnings and public health actions led to a significant drop in flutamide prescriptions for women, but off-label use still continues.
research Spironolactone in Dermatology: Uses in Acne, Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Female Pattern Hair Loss, and Hirsutism
research Patient Profile and Treatment Characteristics of Adults and Adolescents Prescribed Ritlecitinib for Alopecia Areata in the USA
Ritlecitinib provides new treatment options for diverse alopecia areata patients.
research Priorities for efficacy trials of gender-affirming hormone therapy with estrogen: collaborative design and results of a community survey
Future hormone therapy trials should match the diverse needs and priorities of the gender-diverse community.
research Forum
The document concludes that various medications and treatments can have significant, sometimes adverse, effects on health outcomes.
research PSS20 MEDIATION MODELING AND MEASUREMENT CHARACTERISTICS OF THE ITCH SEVERITY SCORE FROM A PHASE 2B TRIAL OF ORAL CP-690-550 IN PATIENTS WITH MODERATE TO-SEVERE PLAQUE PSORIASIS
CP-690,550 significantly reduced itching in patients with moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis.
research Therapeutic applications and pharmacoeconomics of microneedle technology
Microneedle technology is beneficial for drug delivery and could make vaccinations cheaper and more accessible.
research Thrombocytosis Associated with Low-Molecular-Weight Heparin
International medical graduates outperformed U.S. graduates on an internal medicine exam.
research Adult Group B Streptococcal Disease
International medical graduates outperformed U.S. graduates on an internal medicine exam.
research Thrombocytopenia and Leukopenia Associated with Itraconazole
Itraconazole may cause low platelet and white blood cell counts.
research Older women’s negative psychological and physical experiences with injectable cosmetic treatments to the face
Older women reported negative physical and psychological effects from Botox and facial fillers, feeling neglected by the medical system.
research Analyzing finasteride data
Finasteride slightly improves prostate symptoms but has minimal difference from placebo.
research Alopecia Associated with Fluconazole Therapy
High doses of fluconazole can cause reversible hair loss.
research Quantitation of Hepatitis C Virus RNA
Long-term high-dose fluconazole can cause reversible hair loss.