Lichen Planopilaris Mimicking Androgenic Alopecia: The Importance of Using a Dermatoscope

May 2022 in “ Hair transplant forum international ”

Krejci J, Moses Alfaro

lichen planopilaris androgenic alopecia scarring alopecia dermatoscope pattern alopecia hair restoration surgery pattern baldness hair transplant

TLDR Using a dermatoscope is crucial for accurately diagnosing hair loss conditions.

Scarring alopecia, affecting 7% of patients at hair loss specialty clinics, can mimic or coexist with pattern alopecia, making diagnosis challenging. A thorough physical examination of the scalp using a dermatoscope is essential for accurate diagnosis. Hair restoration surgeons must be vigilant to avoid the costly mistake of performing surgery on patients with scarring alopecia, which could lead to unsuccessful outcomes.

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