Dermoscopy of Traction Alopecia in Black Scalp Patients: Insights from a Literature Review

    April 2025 in “ Dermatology Practical & Conceptual ”
    Thiago Vilas Boas, Rita Fernanda Cortez de Almeida, Violeta Duarte Tortelly … Daniel Fernandes
    Studysummary In this study, trichoscopy was highlighted as a valuable diagnostic tool for traction alopecia, particularly in black women, revealing common signs like vellus hair and hair casts, although it requires a suggestive clinical history for effective use.
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