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Hunting the genes in male-pattern alopecia: how important are they, how close are we and what will they tell us?
Experimental dermatology - 1 Apr 2016
Heilmann-Heimbach Stefanie, Hochfeld Lara M, Paus Ralf, Nöthen Markus M
Abstract excerpt
Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is a highly heritable condition, and the most common form of hair loss in men. The phenotype is characterized by an androgen-dependent, progressive loss of hair from the scalp, which may commence during puberty. Up to 80% of European men experience some degree of androgen-dependent hair loss during their lifetime. Current treatment options for AGA have limited efficacy, and improved...
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