Background: There is no definitive solution for the treatment of striae distensae (SD), and effectiveness of each treatment method remains controversial. We aimed to investigate and compare the efficacy of the combination of Erbium YAG (Er:YAG) laser and stromal vascular fraction (SVF), the combination of Er:YAG laser and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and Er:YAG laser plus saline in the treatment of SD.
Materials And Methods: In 12 participating patients with at least three lesions (36 lesions in total), each lesion was treated with an Er:YAG laser.
Dermatologists have been interested in recent advancements in regenerative therapy. Current research is actively investigating the possibility of placental tissue derivatives to decelerate the skin aging process, enhance skin regeneration, reduce scarring, and prevent hair loss. Amniotic membranes (AM) play a crucial role in regenerative medicine as they serve as a suitable means of transporting stem cells, growth hormones, cytokines, and other essential compounds.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFFibroblast growth factor1 is a powerful signaling molecule that plays a critical role in injury repair of diverse tissue by stimulating cell growth and angiogenesis. FGF1 has significant role in the cell fate and regulating inflammation with short half-life and poor in vivo stability. The encapsulation of the growth factor in the hydrogel led to peptide protect from the degradation and/or immune recognition and enable controlled drug delivery over a longer period of time.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFJ Lasers Med Sci
August 2024
Vitiligo poses a significant challenge, particularly in treatment-resistant areas such as acral regions. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of combining fractional CO2 laser and microneedling with conventional therapies for non-segmental vitiligo in resistant areas. A randomized clinical trial with a paired design was conducted on 84 individuals with non-segmental vitiligo and treatment-resistant lesions.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAim: This study evaluates the safety and efficacy of autologous adipose-derived mesenchymal stem cell-derived exosomes as a treatment for Psoriasis, a chronic immune-related skin and joint disorder, compared to current treatments like topicals, phototherapy, and systemic.
Materials And Methods: The study isolated exosomes from Mesenchymal Stem Cells(MSCs) of healthy adipose tissue using ultracentrifugation. 12 patients with plaque psoriasis were divided into three groups and given single doses of exosomes.
Background: To evaluate the efficacy and safety of stromal vascular fraction (SVF), platelet rich plasma (PRP), and 1064-nm Q-switched Nd:YAG laser in reducing nanofat treated dark circles and wrinkles under the eyes.
Method: This study was a single-blinded randomized clinical trial conducted on patients with suborbital darkening under the eyes that randomly divided into control and case groups. In the control group, 15 patients were treated with one session of nanofat injection only, and five patients of each intervention groups received one session of nanofat+SVF injection, nanofat+PRP injection, and nanofat injection+Nd:YAG laser, respectively.
Background And Aims: Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is an inflammatory skin disease affecting apocrine gland-bearing sites of the body. Radiofrequency (RF) is a minimally invasive method that acts by minimizing thermal damage to the dermis, resulting in collagen synthesis and scar improvement. We systematically reviewed the efficacy and safety of RF in treating HS.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFTo date, the widespread implementation of therapeutic strategies for the treatment of chronic wounds, including debridement, infection control, and the use of grafts and various dressings, has been time-consuming and accompanied by many challenges, with definite success not yet achieved. Extensive studies on mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) have led to suggestions for their use in treating various diseases. Given the existing barriers to utilizing such cells and numerous pieces of evidence indicating the crucial role of the paracrine signaling system in treatments involving MSCs, extracellular vesicles (EVs) derived from these cells have garnered significant attention in treating chronic wounds in recent years.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Stromal vascular fraction (SVF) cells derived from adipose tissue and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) are among novel treatments for androgenetic alopecia (AGA). We aimed to investigate the effect of adding SVF to PRP and compare it to administering PRP injection alone.
Methods: Eighteen patients were randomly divided into two groups of nine.
Background: One of the common esthetic complaints of patients is horizontal neck wrinkles that have limited treatment modality.
Aim: In the present study, we evaluated the efficacy of the Endolift laser on the horizontal neck wrinkles.
Methods: Totally, 10 healthy female and male patients suffering horizontal neck wrinkles were joined in this study.
Immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) is an autoimmune-driven disease characterized by increased destruction and impaired platelet production resulting in an enhanced risk of bleeding. Immunosuppressant agents are the most common treatment strategies for ITP. Despite their efficacy, these medications often cause unpredictable side effects.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThis study used the FEDBD plasma device for skin rejuvenation in animal samples. There were two groups of six male Wistar rats. Before starting the treatment, immediately after the treatment, the fourth week, and the tenth week of follow-up, biometric tests were performed, including moisture level, evaporation from the skin surface, erythema and melanin, skin elasticity and firmness with an MPA9 device and cutometer.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFVitiligo, a dermatological disorder that leads to depigmented skin patches, presents a significant challenge, particularly in resistant areas such as acral regions. Fractional CO2 laser therapy holds promise as an adjunct to conventional treatment, enhancing repigmentation. This review comprehensively explores its efficacy and safety in resistant-to-treatment vitiligo.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: The nasolabial folds are the most marked sign of aging. Endolift laser was used for the treatment of nasolabial folds and marionette lines (one of the facial danger zones).
Methods: Ten female subjects were engaged in this study.
Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) are classified as hard-to-heal wounds, which occur in approximately 15% of diabetic patients. Several interventions have shown efficacy in reducing the risk of amputation among patients with DFU, including timely diagnosis and management of infection and ischemia, debridement of necrotic tissues, reducing mechanical pressure on ulcers, and patient education. One major challenge in the management of DFUs is optimizing wound care to improve healing outcomes.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Burns are caused by a variety of mechanisms, including flames, hot liquids, metallurgy, chemicals, electric current, and ionizing and non-ionizing radiation. The most significant burn wound management involves complete repair and regeneration as soon as possible while minimizing infection, contraction, and scarring in the damaged tissue area. Some factors such as delivery of nutrients, growth factors, and oxygen are essential to promote and stimulate the wound healing progress in the burns area.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Periorbital hyperpigmentation (POH) is a common cosmetic concern. Numerous techniques of treatment have been assessed with variable results.
Aim: The purpose of this research is to assess the efficacy of non-ablative radiofrequency, Sublative fractional Radiofrequency (SFR) on POH treatment.