Biomedical subjects
Publications and source records attributed to G Duplechain.
Male pattern baldness is a common affliction affecting up to half the adult male population. Although females can be affected, the manifestations are usually limited to thinning of the hair. Over the past decade there has been increasing interest in treating male pattern baldness sparked by the introduction of minoxidil (Rogaine). This article will review the etiology, current treatments, and future developments.
Carcinoma of the lip represents the most common malignancy of the oral cavity with an incidence in the United States of approximately 1.8/100,000. Lip cancers represent 15% to 20% of all malignancies of the oral cavity. With increasing public awareness of the harmful effects of solar radiation, physicians need to be aware of the etiological factors as well as appropriate treatment plans to ensure that patients obtain the most favorable outcome possible.