AI Article Synopsis
- Lichen planopilaris (LPP) is a type of hair loss condition caused by lymphocytic activity, leading to various patterns of permanent hair loss.
- Trichoscopy is a crucial diagnostic tool that helps identify specific signs of LPP, aiding in the diagnosis of different types of lichenoid alopecia.
- Early recognition of trichoscopic signs is essential for timely treatment, which may help prevent the progression of LPP to irreversible scarring.
Article Abstract
Background: Lichen planopilaris (LPP) is a primary lymphocytic cicatricial alopecia characterized by several different patterns of permanent hair loss.
Summary: Trichoscopy plays an essential role in the context of LPP, as recognizing the distinctive signs of the disease facilitates the diagnosis of all forms of lichenoid alopecia.
Key Messages: This review aimed to recognizing the trichoscopic signs early on, enabling timely intervention, potentially preventing the disease from advancing to its permanent scarring stage.
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| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11627541 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.1159/000539848 | DOI Listing |
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