Publications by authors named "S I Leonik"

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  • Androgenetic alopecia is the most common type of hair loss in men, affecting not only older individuals but also young adults, and causing psychological issues.
  • In the study, 92 men aged 20 to 50 were divided into three groups using different treatments: microneedling alone, microneedling with minoxidil, and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy.
  • All groups showed improved hair number and density, but only the PRP group had a significant increase in hair shaft thickness, indicating varying effectiveness of the treatments.
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  • The study investigates the effectiveness of various local anesthetic methods for microneedling on the scalp, focusing on options like lidocaine cream, skin spray, and cold compresses.
  • Sixty-two males aged 20-50 participated in the study and rated their pain using a 0-10 scale after each treatment with a different anesthetic method.
  • Results indicated that cold gel compresses were recommended as the best choice for pain relief during scalp microneedling, based on patient feedback and objective measurements.
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Background: Heart failure complicated by pulmonary embolism is an extremely rare condition described in the literature. We report a case of very young patient with advanced heart failure against the background of dilated cardiomyopathy of unknown etiology with the presence of blood clots in both ventricles.

Case Presentation: The course of treatment was complicated by acute pulmonary embolism.

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Prussian offensive operation performed by the 2nd Belorussian Front. An activity of the medical An activity of the medical service of the 65th Army during the East Prussian offensive operation performed by the 2nd Belorussian Front is a typical example of the medical support of troops during the final stages of World War II. Forms and methods of medical support management, which were developed during the war, haven't lost their importance in modern conditions.

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