Vascular Proliferation in Biopsies from Active Lichen Planopilaris as a Novel Pathologic Finding

    April 2026 in “ American Journal of Dermatopathology ”
    Anna Beyryumova, Julio A. Díaz-Pérez, Paolo Romanelli, Mariya Miteva
    Studysummary This study identified a new dermoscopic feature, plexiform erythema, in lichen planopilaris lesions, suggesting it may indicate active disease and the potential need for more aggressive treatment.
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