Multi-Injection Plate for Intralesional Corticosteroid Treatment of Patchy Alopecia Areata

In the document from July 2000, Ferrando and Moreno-Arias discussed the use of a mesotherapy multi-injection plate as a method for administering intralesional corticosteroids for the treatment of patchy alopecia areata (AA), an autoimmune disease. The multi-injection plate, which has multiple 27-gauge needles, allows for simultaneous injections at a fixed distance, potentially reducing pain and treatment time compared to conventional methods. The study involved 50 patients over more than 100 treatment sessions in the last two years, with patients reporting a preference for the multi-injection plate over traditional injections due to less pain. The authors noted that the method was less painful and did not result in skin or fat atrophy, although they acknowledged that the larger needle size could cause pain if not used gently and without a subsequent massage to distribute the steroid solution. The device was considered advantageous for its efficiency and uniformity in treatment application.