68 citations
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August 2012 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This paper discusses the use of dermatoscopy as a fast, noninvasive technique for diagnosing hair shaft disorders and reports no new results; the authors highlight its advantages over traditional microscopy methods.
36 citations
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August 2018 in “Dermatologic Clinics” This article reviews various hair abnormalities observable through trichoscopy in conditions like monilethrix, trichorrhexis nodosa, and ectodermal dysplasias, with no new clinical findings reported.
12 citations
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January 2023 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” This review discusses the diagnostic and therapeutic challenges of hair shaft disorders and suggests diagnostic tools like trichoscopy and light microscopy, but reports no new clinical results.
12 citations
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October 1996 in “Dermatologic clinics” This review outlines the diagnostic criteria for congenital and hereditary hair shaft abnormalities and emphasizes the need to understand the weathering process in assessing these disorders.
1 citations
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January 2020 in “Дерматологія та венерологія” Natubiotin is effective for treating different hair loss conditions when used with other therapies.
1 citations
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November 2017 in “International Journal of Research in Medical Sciences” In this study, hair follicle effacement was identified as a key dermoscopic feature of cicatricial alopecia, and dermoscopy proved useful in distinguishing cicatricial from non-cicatricial alopecias.
December 2025 in “IP Indian Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Hair shaft disorders often indicate genetic or systemic issues and are managed by minimizing damage.
February 2022 in “International journal of research in dermatology” This case series describes seven distinct hair shaft disorders, highlighting the importance of accurate diagnosis since these conditions are often treated incorrectly as alopecias without improvement.
February 2022 in “Actas dermo-sifiliográficas/Actas dermo-sifiliográficas” This review discusses the classification and diagnosis of hair shaft disorders based on fragility and emphasizes preventive care due to the lack of specific treatments.
November 2021 in “CRC Press eBooks” This article reviews various congenital and acquired hair shaft disorders, examining their characteristics and potential links to wider health conditions, but does not present any new clinical results.
July 2026 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprology” 
4 citations
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January 2014 in “Indian dermatology online journal” This article discusses the genetic hair disorder monilethrix, characterized by beaded, fragile hair due to defective keratin genes, and reports no effective treatment currently available; variability in severity was noted among affected siblings.
In this case report, a 67-year-old woman with Netherton syndrome experienced significant improvement in skin inflammation, pruritus, and hair growth after treatment with dupilumab, suggesting potential benefits for addressing both cutaneous and hair manifestations of the condition.
This case study documented that a 67-year-old woman with Netherton syndrome experienced significant improvements in skin inflammation, pruritus, and hair growth after treatment with dupilumab, addressing symptoms of the syndrome and showing promising results for resolving "bamboo" hair.
June 2026 in “Case Reports in Dermatology” This case study reported that in a 67-year-old woman with Netherton syndrome, treatment with dupilumab improved skin inflammation and pruritus and was associated with significant improvements in hair growth and structure, including the resolution of "bamboo" hair.
59 citations
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June 2008 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This article reviews major types of genetic hair shaft defects and associated syndromes, emphasizing understanding histologic features and diagnostic methods, but reports no new clinical findings.
September 2017 in “PubMed” In this case report, a Danish family with monilethrix showed varying symptoms, diagnosed via dermatoscopy, microscopy, and gene sequencing. The study highlights that while no cure exists, oral minoxidil shows promise in a single case, and reducing hair trauma remains key for management.
33 citations
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June 2016 in “Pediatric Dermatology” This review examines hair shaft disorders, reporting limited evidence for treatments like minoxidil and oral retinoids, and emphasizes gentle hair care and genetic counseling for managing congenital cases.
34 citations
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January 2014 in “International Journal of Trichology” This study reported that polarized dermoscopy was better for visualizing vascular patterns, scaling, and reticular pigmentation, while nonpolarized mode better documented features like black dots and tapered hair in various hair and scalp conditions.
14 citations
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June 2016 in “Pediatric Dermatology” This review discusses the prognosis and treatment options for hair shaft disorders, finding no studies but suggesting some disorders improve with specific treatments like minoxidil and retinoids, while gentle hair care remains essential.
26 citations
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July 2019 in “Dermatology and Therapy” This article discusses genetic hair disorders in children, outlining diagnostic approaches and highlighting the significance of distinguishing isolated hair defects from those associated with syndromes, but it reports no new clinical results.
11 citations
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March 2001 in “Clinics in Dermatology” This article discusses the complexities in diagnosing hair shaft disorders and the potential insights hair microscopy can provide, without reporting new clinical findings.
7 citations
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December 2008 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” This article reviews hair and nail disorders in children, emphasizing their prevalence, congenital and acquired origins, and the diagnostic challenges compared to treatment, but reports no new clinical results.
6 citations
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August 1991 in “Pediatric Clinics of North America” This article reviews common scalp and hair disorders in children and adolescents and outlines diagnostic approaches, but reports no new clinical findings.
2 citations
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October 2023 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” This systematic review evaluated 60 studies on trichoscopy in hair and scalp disorders, revealing gaps in accounting for variables like disease stage or hair texture, and underscoring a need for more comprehensive analyses to fully understand trichoscopic patterns.
July 2024 in “International Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprosy Sciences” This review highlights the increasing use of trichoscopy, a noninvasive and well-tolerated diagnostic tool, to aid in the accurate diagnosis and management of various pediatric hair and scalp conditions, such as alopecia and other abnormalities.
December 2020 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” Trichoscopy helped diagnose a teenage girl's hair loss as monilethrix.
37 citations
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June 2000 in “Experimental dermatology” This study investigated a spontaneous mutation in mice resulting in hair abnormalities and elevated IgE levels, which resembles human Netherton's syndrome and monilethrix.
This study utilized polarized light microscopy to examine hair shafts in ten children with rare genetic disorders, such as Netherton syndrome and ectodermal dysplasia, providing valuable diagnostic insights into hair thickness, composition, and structural irregularities associated with these conditions.
24 citations
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January 2011 in “International Journal of Trichology” This review highlights the light microscopic features of various infectious and non-infectious hair conditions and reports no new clinical results.