Quantitative Morphometric Analysis of Hair Follicles in Alopecia Areata

August 2006 in “ Journal of Dermatological Science ”

Manal Bosseila, Bassem Saad

TLDR Automated image analysis helps diagnose and monitor alopecia areata by efficiently measuring hair follicles.

The document discussed the use of transverse sectioning of scalp biopsies and computerized image analysis to quantitatively assess hair follicle morphology in alopecia areata (AA). This method provided a comprehensive view of many follicles simultaneously, aiding in the diagnosis and monitoring of hair disorders like AA. The study highlighted the value of automated image analysis in measuring a large number of hair follicles efficiently, which was crucial for understanding the disease's progression and comparing it with normal scalp conditions.

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