September 2023 in “The Journal of Dermatology” Transplanting one's own hair follicle cells can improve hair loss in men and women, and is particularly effective in women.
The combination therapy effectively improved acne keloidalis nuchae.
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February 2017 in “Science” Turning scar-forming cells into fat cells can reduce scarring.
66 citations
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December 2014 in “Nature Communications” Fibroblasts can be turned into melanocytes for potential skin treatments.
March 2026 in “Advanced medical journal” The technique is practical and safe but needs more research for long-term benefits.
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May 2015 in “Dermatologic Therapy” The microstrip technique for hair transplantation is effective and discreet for patients needing fewer than 1500 grafts.
January 2018 in “Journal of Cleft Lip Palate and Craniofacial Anomalies” The FUE technique can effectively restore moustaches in patients with cleft lips and alopecia, with few complications.
31 citations
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May 2018 in “Seminars in Plastic Surgery” An algorithm was created to simplify lip reconstruction after surgery.
October 2021 in “Operative techniques in otolaryngology--head and neck surgery” The document concludes that various surgical techniques and postoperative care are used to protect eye health, improve vision, and restore facial balance in people with facial paralysis.
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June 2023 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery” The 2-step surgery effectively treats stable follicular vitiligo with high patient satisfaction and no major complications.
2 citations
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November 2020 in “Chirurgia” Scalp reconstruction is complex and aims to restore function and appearance after damage.
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October 2010 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The new surgical technique for vitiligo is effective, safe, and cost-efficient.
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October 2015 in “Obstetrics and gynaecology cases - reviews” Removing both ovaries may better treat increased male hormone levels and related symptoms in postmenopausal women when hormone therapy doesn't work.
January 2011 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” A man developed a painful skin condition after multiple heart procedures involving radiation.
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June 2009 in “Dermatologic Surgery” A 17-year-old boy with Temporal Triangular Alopecia successfully grew new hair after a hair restoration surgery using follicular unit transplantation.
April 2020 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” A woman's severe hirsutism was caused by Leydig cell tumors in her ovaries, which improved after surgery.
January 2002 in “Linchuang pifuke zazhi” A young woman had a rare scalp tumor usually found in older women.
December 2020 in “Nippon Laser Igakkaishi” Photobiomodulation therapy is beneficial in plastic surgery and dermatology.
January 2018 in “Georg Thieme Verlag eBooks” Gender affirmation surgery improves personal appearance and self-esteem.
February 2024 in “Journal of medical science and clinical research” Radiotherapy effectively treated a large scalp tumor in an elderly woman, avoiding surgery.
Trichodysplasia spinulosa can occur after a heart transplant due to immunosuppressive drugs.
14 citations
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January 1998 in “Dermatology” Polythelia pilosa is a type of extra breast tissue with hair and should be classified as such.
February 2024 in “Cureus” Pilomatrixoma should be considered for nodular lesions in adults.
5 citations
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April 2024 in “Journal of Ovarian Research” miR-21 helps improve ovarian function recovery in treated mice.
4 citations
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November 2003 in “Annals of Plastic Surgery” Hair from the head was successfully used to restore pubic hair, with additional procedures suggested for more natural results.
5 citations
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May 2017 in “Journal of dermatological science” The combined treatment effectively managed severe skin issues in Olmsted syndrome.
26 citations
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February 2011 in “Journal of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery” Technique effectively treats deformities, achieves re-pigmentation, and releases scar contractures.
57 citations
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July 2005 in “Clinics in Plastic Surgery” Reconstruct lips with proper planning, templates, and revisions for appearance and function.
November 2022 in “Archives of Plastic Surgery” Hair transplant technique can be used to treat thin scars after skull surgery.
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March 2006 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Using a polarized LED magnifier during hair transplants makes creating recipient sites easier and may increase hair density.