원저 : 안드로겐성 탈모증의 임상적 고찰

The study examined 387 patients with androgenetic alopecia at Yongsan Hospital over four years, finding an increasing incidence of the condition, particularly in individuals under 30. It was more prevalent in males (286) than females (101), with Hamilton's type III and Ludwig's type I being the most common patterns in males and females, respectively. A family history of baldness was noted in about 40% of first-degree relatives. Associated conditions included seborrheic dermatitis, acne, and in females, menstrual irregularities and polycystic ovary disease. Elevated serum testosterone was found in a small percentage of patients. The study concluded that androgenetic alopecia was significantly linked to family history, with androgen effects possibly mediated by androgen receptor activity or metabolic changes.