Publications by authors named "Kelli Ann Hutchens"
Am J Dermatopathol
May 2011
Article Synopsis
- Lichen planopilaris and traction alopecia are types of scarring alopecias, but they have different underlying causes; lichen planopilaris is linked to an autoimmune response, while traction alopecia is caused by mechanical stress.
- A study compared the ratio of Langerhans cells (involved in immune responses) to T lymphocytes in both conditions and found a higher ratio in lichen planopilaris, indicating a stronger immune component.
- The findings suggest that existing classifications of alopecia might need updating, particularly considering that some cases of traction alopecia show immune response similarities, requiring more detailed clinical evaluation.
