research 1439 Development of a complex skin organ in human induced pluripotent stem cell-derived organoids April 2023 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Scientists created skin-like structures from stem cells that include features like hair and sweat glands.
research Interpolated Melolabial Flaps: Reconstruction of Alar and Columellar Units 2 citations , October 2010 in “Springer eBooks” Using cheek skin and cartilage grafts for nose reconstruction after skin cancer surgery can maintain shape and function but may require multiple surgeries and hair removal in men.
research BCL-2 and Bax Expression in Skin Flaps Treated with Finasteride or Azelaic Acid. 7 citations , January 2012 in “PubMed” Azelaic acid and finasteride can help preserve skin flaps after surgery by increasing BCL-2 protein and decreasing bax protein.
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research 2 Scalp Anatomy October 2022 in “Hair Transplantation” Understanding scalp anatomy is crucial for effective hair restoration and reconstructive surgeries.