36 citations
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August 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Understanding the hair growth cycle in mice is crucial for accurate research, as it affects study results and requires careful timing and methods.
18 citations
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September 2013 in “Technology” The study introduced a new imaging technology to track skin healing and bone marrow cell activity over time.
28 citations
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July 2011 in “Journal of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery” A patient had skin tissue death at the hair removal site after a hair transplant, which was treated with surgery.
24 citations
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August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Hair restoration surgery can have complications; success depends on patient education, careful planning, and proper execution.
19 citations
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February 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” CD3+ T-cell presence is a reliable marker to tell apart alopecia areata from pattern hair loss.
13 citations
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March 2013 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The document concludes that hair restoration has advanced significantly, with FUE becoming more popular, and stresses the importance of physician training and ethical practices in the field.
41 citations
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September 2014 in “JAMA Facial Plastic Surgery” Use finasteride, minoxidil, and follicular unit transplantation for hair loss treatment.
67 citations
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September 1997 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The document concludes that good cosmetic outcomes in hair transplantation depend on the surgeon's artistic skill and careful planning.
15 citations
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June 2006 in “Journal of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery” FUT effectively treats male-pattern hair loss with high satisfaction.
8 citations
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February 2016 in “The American Journal of Dermatopathology” Hair transplants can make hair follicles larger and hair shafts thicker.
7 citations
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December 1995 in “The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery” The O'Connor Tweezer Dexterity Test effectively screens for skilled surgical hair restoration assistants.
4 citations
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August 2018 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), a protein-rich extract from a patient's blood, shows promise in improving hair density, thickness, and quality, but the best method of use and number of treatments needed for noticeable results are still unclear.
1 citations
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August 1988 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Hair transplantation between identical twins can successfully treat severe, nonprogressive hair loss due to follicular aplasia.
December 2002 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Surgery and Aesthetic Dermatology” Scalp reduction surgery is safe and effective for certain patients with hair loss, leading to dense hair coverage and high satisfaction.
April 2026 in “Scientific Reports” MSF-VMDNet accurately segments skin cancer images better than existing methods.
11 citations
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January 2011 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Follicular unit transplant successfully repigmented vitiligo patch on upper lip.
3 citations
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July 1987 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Scalp reduction can treat severe hair loss, but success depends on scalp flexibility and it may cause complications like pain, infection, and cosmetic issues.
January 2026 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery” Nonculture epidermal suspension is an effective, simple, and safe treatment for stable vitiligo.
28 citations
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July 2013 in “Journal of Craniofacial Surgery” Hair follicle transplantation can hide scars but often needs more than one surgery for better results.
12 citations
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October 2017 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Combining plasma rich in growth factors with hair transplant surgery may lead to faster recovery and better outcomes for hair loss treatment.
5 citations
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November 2019 in “Dermatology and therapy” Beard hair extraction improves scalp hair restoration results in East Asian men with severe hair loss.
3 citations
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September 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The evaluation system improved patient selection for hair loss surgery, leading to better results and satisfaction.
February 2026 in “BMC Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Induced pluripotent stem cells could improve chronic wound healing but face safety and effectiveness challenges.
May 2022 in “Journal of advances in medicine and medical research” Adding PRP to hair transplants improves treatment for cicatricial alopecia.
May 2013 in “Trends in Urology & Men's Health” Male-pattern hair loss is normal, often involves hormone effects on hair follicles, and can be treated with medication or surgery, but new treatments are being researched.
September 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The evaluation system improves patient selection for hair loss surgery, leading to fewer but more successful surgeries.
June 1999 in “Proceedings of SPIE” The CO₂ laser is better for hair transplantation because it causes less damage than the Ho:YAG laser.
1 citations
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September 2015 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” Dr. Umar successfully used softer hair from the nape and around the ear for natural-looking hairlines in 128 patients, with some concerns about hair loss over time.
3 citations
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September 2015 in “Journal of Vascular Surgery” Chemical lumbar sympathectomy is an effective and safe treatment for idiopathic livedo reticularis.
May 2017 in “InTech eBooks” Hair transplantation can lead to complications like pain, swelling, and rare serious issues, but risks can be reduced with careful practices.