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August 2018 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Lasers, microneedling, and PRP improve skin rejuvenation and repair, with PRP enhancing the effects when combined with other treatments.
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December 2015 in “PloS one” P144® improves hypertrophic scars by reducing size and thickness and increasing elasticity.
September 2025 in “Universal library of medical and health sciences.” Permanent makeup can effectively restore lip shape and color after tissue loss, improving appearance and well-being.
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March 2009 in “Hair transplant forum international” The author believes that in hair restoration, creating an illusion of coverage is more important than perfection, and managing expectations and improving average results should be prioritized over promising unrealistic outcomes.
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March 2019 in “Journal of Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery” The facial aging scale is a reliable tool for assessing skin aging and treatment effects.
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April 2019 in “Journal of Biomaterials Science, Polymer Edition” RADA16 is a promising material for tissue repair and regenerative medicine but needs improvement in strength and cost.
December 2012 in “Canadian Urological Association Journal” 5-alpha reductase inhibitors help treat prostate issues in aging men, but their role in cancer prevention is debated.
August 2022 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature” 4 citations
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April 2020 in “Reports of Practical Oncology & Radiotherapy” Prostate cancer patients need early psychological and sexual support during radiotherapy to improve their quality of life.
July 2021 in “Indian Journal of Animal Research” Using platelet-rich plasma with primary repair improves healing in penile fractures.
101 citations
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April 1994 in “Baillière's clinical endocrinology and metabolism” 5α-reductase is essential for male sexual development and its inhibitors have potential in treating various conditions related to hormone action.
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August 2011 in “Cancer research” Prostate cancer cells can make their own androgens to activate the androgen receptor, and treatments like abiraterone may increase this ability, suggesting new therapies should target the entire steroid-making pathway.
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February 2016 in “British journal of pharmacology” Sirtuin 1 could be a potential drug target for treating hypertrophic scars.
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September 2015 in “JAAD case reports” Finasteride helps hair regrowth in frontal fibrosing alopecia.
10 citations
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December 1997 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Hair restoration surgery has improved with better techniques for natural looks and managing patient expectations, but it remains labor-intensive and requires careful consideration of potential complications.
Surgeons should evaluate new technologies critically, offer a range of services including non-surgical options, and be aware of marketing influences to meet patient needs and maintain a successful practice.
29 citations
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July 2009 in “BJU international” Blocking DHT production more strongly may help control advanced prostate cancer and improve quality of life.
Children with Parry Romberg Syndrome had successful facial fat-grafting surgeries after disease stabilization with no complications.
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October 2010 in “Journal de Chirurgie Viscérale” Surgery helps remove excess skin after major weight loss, but insurance may not cover it.
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May 2019 in “PubMed” Oral finasteride and dutasteride may negatively affect erectile function in rats.
Doctors recommend postoperative radiation for male breast cancer, advise against testosterone for vasomotor symptoms post-adrenalectomy, suggest non-hormonal treatments for atrophic vaginitis after mastectomy, note no specific treatment for anticoagulant-induced hair loss, and call for more research on silicosis from silicon carbide exposure.
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February 2002 in “Expert Opinion on Therapeutic Patents” New research is needed to create better drugs that block the enzyme responsible for conditions like male baldness and prostate enlargement.
June 2017 in “International Journal of Periodontics & Restorative Dentistry” Using skin grafts from behind the ear for oral surgery in two patients with jaw injuries led to successful healing and good results.
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September 2016 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Global Open” Facial Feminization Surgery is effective and safe, with minimal complications.
Scalp reconstruction uses different methods to restore hair and skin, depending on the defect size.
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July 2022 in “Case reports in endocrinology” A 70-year-old woman with a malignant adrenal tumor improved after surgery and radiotherapy.
LGF injections may improve early Peyronie's disease by reducing penile curvature and plaque size.
3 citations
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January 2019 in “PubMed” Platelet-rich plasma may be effective for genital rejuvenation and deserves more research.