Treatment Outcomes of Triamcinolone Acetonide Compared with Cryotherapy in Alopecia Areata: Evidence from a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

    January 2026 in “ Dermatology Practical & Conceptual ”
    Shams Samih Ahmad Albarari, Taher Ahid Aisidat, Ayman Musleh, Sudeep Edpuganti
    Studysummary In a systematic review and meta-analysis, the researchers found that intralesional triamcinolone acetonide was more effective than cryotherapy for achieving significant hair regrowth in patients with patchy alopecia areata, although both treatments had distinct safety profiles.
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