A Systematic Approach to Afro-Textured Hair Disorders: Dermatoscopy and When to Biopsy

• Autores: Natalie C. Yin, Antonella Tosti
• Localización: Dermatologic clinics, ISSN 0733-8635, Vol. 32, Nº. 2, 2014 (Ejemplar dedicado a: African Skin and Hair Disorders), págs. 145-151
• Idioma: inglés
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• Resumen

  • Trichoscopy facilitates the diagnosis of various hair and scalp disorders and is often useful in predicting the disease course. However, to date, few studies describe the dermoscopic findings unique to Afro-textured hair. This article reviews what is currently known regarding trichoscopy and discusses its usefulness in this population.