Dermoscopy and Scalp Biopsy in Hair Transplant Evaluation

    October 2022 in “ Hair Transplantation ”
    Studysummary This article discusses the role of dermoscopy in identifying various hair loss conditions and recommends its use for improved diagnostic accuracy, particularly for distinguishing scarring from nonscarring alopecia and other similar conditions.
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