Differentiation of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Lichen Planopilaris on Trichoscopy: A Comprehensive Review

    October 2021 in “ Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology ”
    A. Rajan, Lidia Rudnicka, Jacek Szepietowski … Mohamad Goldust
    Studysummary This review discusses the characteristic trichoscopy patterns useful in differentiating lichen planopilaris and frontal fibrosing alopecia from similar conditions but reports no new clinical results.
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