TLDR Chronic scarring alopecia is common in SLE patients and needs early detection and management.
The CSTAR Registry study investigated the prevalence and risk factors for chronic scarring alopecia in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). The study found that chronic scarring alopecia was a significant concern among SLE patients, with a notable prevalence rate. Key risk factors identified included disease duration, severity, and specific clinical manifestations of SLE. The findings underscored the importance of early detection and management of alopecia in SLE patients to improve their quality of life.
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