Publications by authors named "Byung Choel Park"
Background: Alopecia areata (AA) is characterized by hair loss on the scalp and body, significantly impacting patients' quality of life based on its severity.
Objective: This study aims to identify crucial factors influencing the perception of severe AA from the patients' viewpoint.
Methods: A web-based survey was conducted among AA patients attending dermatology departments at 21 university hospitals in Korea.
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to establish clear criteria for classifying the severity of alopecia areata (AA), as no universal guidelines existed prior to this research.! -
- A consensus was reached among experts, resulting in a severity classification system that uses the severity of alopecia tool (SALT) and categorizes AA as mild, moderate, or severe based on specific thresholds.! -
- The new criteria will assist clinicians in diagnosing AA more accurately, determining suitable treatments, and effectively monitoring the condition's progression.!
Background: Pediatric alopecia areata (AA) can affect the quality of life (QoL) of patients and their family members. Research on the QoL and burden on family members in pediatric AA is limited.
Objective: This nationwide multicenter questionnaire study described the QoL and burden of the family members of patients with pediatric AA.