308-nm Excimer Laser for the Treatment of Alopecia Areata in Children

    September 2009 in “ Pediatric dermatology ”
    F.R.C.P.C. Nawaf Al-Mutairi
    Studysummary This study found that the 308-nm Excimer laser was effective and safe for treating patchy alopecia areata in children, with hair regrowth observed in 60% of treated scalp patches.
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