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research Follicular Unit Transplantation Versus Scalp Expansion in Management of Secondary Cicatricial Alopecia
Both follicular unit extraction and scalp expanders effectively treat secondary cicatricial alopecia, with scalp expanders leading to quicker and denser hair growth.
research Mutations in the Desmoglein 4 Gene Underlie Localized Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis with Monilethrix Hairs and Congenital Scalp Erosions
Mutations in the DSG4 gene cause specific hair and scalp issues.
research Dermatoscopy of hair shaft disorders
Dermatoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing hair disorders and can help choose samples for more detailed analysis.
research Therapeutic strategies for treating hair loss
The conclusion is that we need more effective hair loss treatments than the current ones, and these could include new drugs, gene and stem cell therapy, hormones, and scalp cooling, but they all need thorough safety testing.
research Sterol Intermediates of Cholesterol Biosynthesis Inhibit Hair Growth and Trigger an Innate Immune Response in Cicatricial Alopecia
Cholesterol-related compounds can stop hair growth and cause inflammation in a type of scarring hair loss.
research Rhombencephalosynapsis presenting antenatally with ventriculomegaly/hydrocephalus in a likely case of Gomez–López-Hernández syndrome
A 2-year-old boy with a rare brain malformation may have Gomez–López-Hernández syndrome.
research Investigation of hair shaft in seborrheic dermatitis using atomic force microscopy
Hair from people with seborrheic dermatitis is thicker scaled, more damaged, and thinner than healthy hair, and atomic force microscopy can help monitor the condition.
research Progressive expression of PPARGC1α is associated with hair miniaturization in androgenetic alopecia
Increased PPARGC1α relates to hair thinning in common baldness.
research An overview of management of drug-induced hair and nail disorders
Cooling the scalp may prevent hair loss from chemotherapy, hair often grows back after treatment, and nail issues usually improve after stopping the drug.
research Caution with Hair Dye: Foreign Body Skull Erosive Granuloma from Exogenous Hair Pigmentation
Hair dye can cause serious scalp issues, including skull erosion.
research Skin Graft Harvesting and Donor Site Selection
The document concludes that skin grafts are essential for repairing tissue loss, with various types available and ongoing research into substitutes to improve outcomes and reduce donor site issues.
research Diagnosis and Management of Melanoma of the Scalp: A Review of the Literature
Scalp melanoma, a deadly skin cancer, is often found late due to its hard-to-see location, especially in older men. Early detection, possible treatments, and the role of hairdressers in spotting it early are discussed. More research is needed to improve detection and treatment.
research [Basal cell carcinomas of the scalp. Review of 77 patients with 81 tumors].
The review found that basal cell carcinomas on the scalp are not more aggressive than those in other locations.
research Invasive cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma of scalp: A case report
A man with a rare scalp cancer was successfully treated, highlighting the need for early management to prevent spread and complications.
research Alopecia areata of eyelashes: Regrowth after injecting triamcinolone into the eyebrow area
Injecting triamcinolone into the eyebrow area may help eyelash regrowth in alopecia areata patients.
research HAIR | Overview
The document explains how hair is studied in forensics to identify its source and its role in criminal investigations.
research Deep Plane Fixation in Integumental Surgery
Deep Plane Fixation in scalp surgeries allows for more tissue removal with less tension, leading to better healing and less scarring.
research Revision Surgical Hair Restoration: Repair of Undesirable Results
The article discusses how to fix bad results from hair restoration surgery, with different doctors suggesting methods like adding more grafts, moving transplanted hair, or using smaller grafts.
research Central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia
CCCA causes progressive hair loss in Black women, starting from a central scalp patch.
research Association of Trichorhinophalangeal Syndrome and Loose Anagen Syndrome: A Case Report
A family was found with both Trichorhinophalangeal syndrome and Loose Anagen Syndrome, suggesting a genetic connection.
research An Atlas of Hair Pathology--with Clinical Correlations
The book is a detailed guide on hair and scalp diseases, useful for dermatopathologists.
research Moniletrix of the scalp from almost normal aspect to total alopecia: variable intrafamilial expressiveness
Monilethrix causes different levels of hair loss in family members.
research ‘Relaxers’ damage hair: Evidence from amino acid analysis
Hair relaxers are linked to reduced cystine levels and potential hair damage.
research Deep Plane Fixation in Integumental Surgery
Deep Plane Fixation in scalp surgeries allows for more tissue removal with less tension and minimal scarring.
research Hair abnormalities and neurological disease
Hair changes could indicate neurological diseases and help monitor treatment.
research Book Reviews
The document recommends all three dermatology books for a library, noting their detailed content but also suggesting improvements in clarity and consistency.
research Surgical reduction of alopecia
Scalp reduction can improve hair distribution in certain baldness cases but requires careful patient selection and understanding of facial structure.
research A Novel Model System to Identify Cellular and Molecular Defects Underlying Rare Genetic Disorders
The new model helps understand and develop treatments for genetic skin disorders like AEC.
research Rare Case of Cutis Vertex Gyrata
A 21-year-old male has a rare scalp condition with excessive skin folds.