Use of Low-Cost Videomicroscopy vs Standard Videodermatoscopy in Trichoscopy: A Controlled, Blinded Noninferiority Trial

April 2016 in “ Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology ”

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Studysummary The study suggests low-cost videomicroscopes may identify some hair shaft features but are unreliable for comprehensive scalp trichoscopy compared to standard devices, due to color and resolution limitations.

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