Scalp Pathology for the Hair Restoration Surgeon

November 2004 in “ Hair transplant forum international ”

Bernard P. Nusbaum

chronic telogen effluvium female pattern hair loss clinical features histopathological differences hair restoration CTE FPHL

TLDR Hair restoration surgeons must understand the differences between CTE and FPHL for accurate diagnosis and treatment.

The document "Scalp Pathology for the Hair Restoration Surgeon" from November 2004 discussed the differentiation between chronic telogen effluvium (CTE) and female pattern hair loss (FPHL). It highlighted the clinical features and histopathological differences that are crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment. The article emphasized the importance of understanding these distinctions for hair restoration surgeons to provide effective patient care.

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