Current Diagnostic and Therapeutic Practices in Alopecia Areata in Two Mediterranean Countries: A Survey-Based Study

    April 2024 in “ Dermatology and therapy ”
    Michela Starace, Francesca Pampaloni, E. Lazaridou … Zoé Apalla
    Studysummary This study surveyed dermatologists in Greece and Italy and found significant variability and challenges in the diagnosis and treatment of alopecia areata, including limited use of severity scores and diverse treatment approaches, particularly for special site involvement and chronic cases.
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