Trichoscopy Patterns in Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

    June 2023 in “ Skin Research and Technology ”
    Mohammed Saleh Al-Dhubaibi, Adel Alsenaid, Ghadah Alhetheli, Ahmed Ibrahim Abd Elneam
    Studysummary This study reviewed 39 studies with 3204 patients to identify characteristic trichoscopic findings in alopecia areata, highlighting yellow and black dots, broken, short vellus, and tapering hairs as key indicators. It found no single diagnostic trichoscopic finding but observed trichoscopy's utility in monitoring treatment response.
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