Case report: Surgical closure of a facial defect in an African wild dog (Lycaon pictus) utilizing a transpositional skin flap by Armen M. Brus, Armen M. Brus, Maureen Spinner, Tess Rooney, Tess Rooney, Tess Rooney, Kimberly A. Thompson, Kimberly A. Thompson

“…Rather than proceeding with second intention healing and continued bandage changes, a transpositional skin flap surgical procedure was performed and enabled full closure of the large skin defect with complete tissue apposition and a good cosmetic outcome. The surgery reduced the number of anesthetic events and time that would have been required for second intention healing of the defect, which enabled a more rapid and ultimately successful reintegration of this individual into the pack without any perceived changes to the hierarchical structure.…”
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The Impact of Astaxanthin Supplementation on the Lipid Profile by Filip Arczewski, Michalina Wójcikiewicz, Witold Czyż, Julia Kacperczyk, Karol Dziedzic, Marta Chuncia, Maciej Wojszczyk, Damian Zys, Piotr Pasek, Julia Ryniecka, Wiktor Czaja, Michał Krzciuk

“…Initially isolated from lobster and subsequently characterized in detail, AST has garnered significant interest in recent years within the research, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and supplement industries. This review aims to synthesize current literature on the impact of astaxanthin supplementation on lipid profiles, specifically focusing on low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C), and triglycerides. …”
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Phenotypic plasticity vs. local genetic adaptation: essential oil diversity of natural immortelle (Helichrysum italicum (Roth.) G.Don) populations along eastern Adriatic coast by Tonka Ninčević Runjić, Dejan Pljevljakušić, Marko Runjić, Martina Grdiša, Martina Grdiša, Zlatko Šatović, Zlatko Šatović

“…The essential oil of Helichrysum italicum (Roth) G.Don, commonly known as immortelle, is produced in Mediterranean countries to meet the increasing demand of the cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries. This study focused on the analysis of secondary metabolites, specifically essential oils, extracted from plants grown from the seeds of natural immortelle populations collected along the eastern Adriatic coast and cultivated ex situ under uniform conditions. …”
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Instagram Versus Reality: Who Are Actually Plastic Surgeons? by Nikhi P. Singh, MD, MBA, Mary M. Holohan, MD, Cameron Harmon, BS, Kasra N. Fallah, MD, Jeffrey Gross, MD, Aadarsh Patel, MD, Carter J. Boyd, MD, MBA, Matthew R. Greives, MD, MS, Jorge de la Torre, MD, MSHA, Gayle Gordillo, MD, Timothy W. King, MD, PhD

“…The Inflact database was queried for the search terms: “plastic surgeon/surgery,” “plastic and reconstructive surgeon/surgery,” “aesthetic surgeon/surgery,” and “cosmetic surgeon/surgery.” US physician account information, history of medical training, American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS) certification status, and posts were reviewed. …”
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Efficient biosynthesis of β-caryophyllene by engineered Yarrowia lipolytica by Young-Kyoung Park, Lucie Studena, Piotr Hapeta, Ramdane Haddouche, David J. Bell, Pablo Torres-Montero, Jose Luis Martinez, Jean-Marc Nicaud, Adriana Botes, Rodrigo Ledesma-Amaro

“…Abstract Background β-Caryophyllene, a sesquiterpenoid, holds considerable potential in pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, cosmetic, and chemical industries. In order to overcome the limitation of β-caryophyllene production by the extraction from plants or chemical synthesis, we aimed the microbial production of β-caryophyllene in non-conventional yeast Yarrowia lipolytica in this study. …”
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Results of 1‑year follow‑up after umbilical hernia with rectus abdominis muscle diastasis repair using endoscopic subcutaneous onlay approach (SCOLA) by Mindaugas Kiudelis, Matas Pažusis, Linas Venclauskas, Eglė Kubiliūtė, Algirda Venclauskienė

“…It provides an acceptable cosmetic result for carefully selected patients, low postoperative pain, and good quality of life.…”
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A comprehensive review of AI-based collagen valorization: Recent trends, innovations in extraction, and applications by Arthi Srinivasan, Arun Gupta, Vigneswaran Narayanamurthy

“…Collagen, constituting approximately 30 % of total body proteins, is a critical structural protein with extensive applications in biomedical, cosmetic, and food industries. Despite its importance, large volumes of collagen-rich organic waste generated by meat, leather, and seafood industries remain underutilized, leading to significant environmental challenges. …”
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Hypolipidemic Effect of Hemp Seed Oil from the Northern Morocco Endemic Beldiya Ecotype in a Mice Model: Comparison with Fenofibrate Hypolipidemic Drugs by Imane Mokhtari, Yassine Taaifi, Mohamed Harnafi, Kamal Belhaj, Farid Mansouri, Reda Melhaoui, Mohamed Addi, Christophe Hano, Souliman Amrani, Hicham Harnafi, Ahmed El Amrani

“…Cannabis sativa is a source of oil seeds for pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and food uses. Objective. The aim of this study is to evaluate the hypolipidemic effect of hemp seed oil (HSO) obtained from a local ecotype called “Beldiya.” …”
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Melasma management: Unveiling recent breakthroughs through literature analysis by Darshan Kumar R, Richa Sood, Prashant Tiwari

“…A multidisciplinary approach integrating dermatologists, cosmetic surgeons, and skincare professionals is essential for designing comprehensive and individualized treatment regimens. …”
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Addressing Stem Cell Therapeutic Approaches in Pathobiology of Diabetes and Its Complications by Bou-Yue Peng, Navneet Kumar Dubey, Viraj Krishna Mishra, Feng-Chou Tsai, Rajni Dubey, Win-Ping Deng, Hong-Jian Wei

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A Case Series Analysis of Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC): Not the Deadliest but Certainly the Most Destructive Form of Skin Cancer by Aditya Sharma, Ritika Khanna, Parul Khanna, Rahul Khanna, Seema Khanna

“…BCC treatment seeks to achieve the best cosmetic results, especially in critical areas like the face, while minimizing side effects and increasing patient satisfaction. …”
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SPLIT LATERAL FOREHEAD FLAP FOR RECONSTRUCTION OF UPPER AND LOWER EYELIDS by I G. A. N. Widya Pramana, Sitti Rizaliyana

“…In our case, we performed a split lateral forehead flap with a good functional and cosmetic outcome.…”
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Quantitative analysis of povidone-iodine thin films by X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy and their physicochemical properties by Sa Anongtip, Sawatdee Somchai, Phadoongsombut Narubodee, Buatong Wilaiporn, Nakpeng Titpawan, Sritharadol Rutthapol, Srichana Teerapol

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Molecular docking of ferulic acid, bakuchiol and niazirin on peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma (PPAR-γ) as anti-diabetic agents by Anjar Hermadi Saputro, Riri Fauziyya, Sarmoko, Iwan Syahjoko Saputra

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Enhancing oral cancer treatment via photodynamic therapy: Gold nanoparticle-based delivery system for 5-aminolevulinic acid (5-ALA) by Romesa Soomro, Mohamed Abdelmonem, Bachren Azra Saputra, Che Azurahanim Che Abdullah

“…These limitations have spurred the search for alternative therapies, with photodynamic therapy (PDT) gaining recognition for its reduced invasiveness, improved targeting, and better cosmetic outcomes. However, PDT faces challenges, including inadequate photosensitizer (PS) delivery, poor specificity, and degradation in physiological environments. …”
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Exploring Lipoprotein-Associated Phospholipase A2 Levels in Iraqi Patients with Stable Angina: Insights from Coronary Angiography Diagnosis by Aseel Ghassan Daoud, Wassan Abdul Kareem Abbas, Ahmed Yousif Hasan, Maha N. Abu Hajleh

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Phytocenotic arrangement of the common hop in the south of western Siberia by M. M. Silantyeva, O. N. Mironenko, N. V. Ovcharova, I. G. Chukhina, Yu. R. Poltaratskaya, A. V. Nebylitsa, O. V. Bychkova, E. P. Myakisheva

“…Common hop (Humulus lupulus L.) is actively used in brewing and has great potential for pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries because of its wide diversity of bioactive substances. …”
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Molecular monitoring of short- and long-term transcriptional effects of hair growth stimulating agents. by Sabrina K Henne, Lara M Hochfeld, Werner Bartmann, Thomas Welss, Markus M Nöthen, Stefanie Heilmann-Heimbach

“…Limited treatment options exist, which are not curative and vary in efficacy and invasiveness. Therapeutic and cosmetic hair growth stimulating agents that alleviate hair loss at a low risk of side effects are therefore of interest. …”
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Proximate, Mineral Contents and Physicochemical Properties of <i>Chrysophyllum Albidum</i> (African Star Apple) Kernel Flour and Oil by S.S. Audu, C.I. Beetseh, D.U. Edward-Ekpu, A.A. Ewuga

“…The quality of the kernel oil falls below the standard for edible oil but the oil may be useful in the paint and cosmetic industry Keywords: Chrysophyllum Albidum, Kernel, Oil, Flour …”
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Management of forearm ganglion: a comparative study from a medical college hospital by Yaqoob Hassan, Ajaz A. Rather, Irshad Ahmad, Ishfaq A. Wani

“…., was present in 59.38%, dissatisfaction with cosmetic appearance in 55.21%, and 36.46% patients had apprehension of a sinister lesion (malignant tumor). …”
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