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Vertical vs. Transverse Sections of Scalp Biopsy Specimens: A Pilot Study on the Comparison of the Diagnostic Value of Two Techniques in Alopecia

research Vertical vs. transverse sections of scalp biopsy specimens: a pilot study on the comparison of the diagnostic value of two techniques in alopecia

19 citations , September 2011 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology”

Transverse scalp sections are better for diagnosing non-scarring hair loss, while vertical sections are better for a specific scarring hair loss called lichen planopilaris.

research A comparison of vertical versus transverse sections in the evaluation of alopecia biopsy specimens

56 citations , July 2005 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Using both vertical and transverse sections gives a better diagnosis of alopecia than using one method alone.

research Diagnostic accuracy measures for vertical and transverse scalp biopsies in cicatricial and non-cicatricial alopecias

5 citations , November 2017 in “Dermatologica Sinica”

Transverse scalp biopsies are more accurate for diagnosing non-cicatricial alopecia, but examining both types is best for accuracy.

research A comparison of vertical versus transverse sections for the histopathologic diagnosis of alopecias

February 2009 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

Transverse sections are better for non-scarring hair loss, vertical sections are better for lichen planopilaris, and either method works for other scarring hair loss types.

research Vertical and transverse sections of alopecia biopsy specimens: Combining the two to maximize diagnostic yield

71 citations , March 1995 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Using both vertical and transverse sections for alopecia biopsies improves diagnosis without extra cost.

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community Case study – twins with androgenic alopecia. Same hairline ~10 months ago. Minoxidil, finasteride and dermaroller 1/week 1mm. He is hopping on it now

in Microneedling 115 upvotes 4 years ago

Two twins who used Minoxidil, finasteride and dermarollers to treat their androgenic alopecia over a 10 month time period. The user is providing details on the process they use for dermarolling.

community "Clinical efficacy of microneedle combined with 5% Minoxidil solution and finasteride in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia in males"

in Research/Science 64 upvotes 1 year ago

Microneedling combined with 5% Minoxidil and finasteride significantly improves hair growth compared to using Minoxidil or Minoxidil with finasteride alone. The combination treatment is safe and effective, but further research is needed due to small sample size and short study duration.

community Most Recent Interesting Hairloss Studies: 10% Minox vs 5% Minox / Radio Rrequency Treatment for AA / Topical Ketoconazole / PRP+Minox vs Minox vs PRP / Alopecia as a systemic disease

in Treatment 87 upvotes 6 years ago

Treatments for hair loss, such as topical minoxidil, platelet-rich plasma therapy with or without minoxidil, ketoconazole, non-abative radio frequency, natural products, finasteride and cortexolone 17 alpha propionate. The post evaluates the efficacy and safety of these treatments in various studies.

community Why do we get bald from evolutionary perspective

in Chat 213 upvotes 1 year ago

Baldness is not an evolutionary disadvantage because it occurs after reproductive age. Treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride are used for androgenetic alopecia but don't address the root cause.

community Rare Non responder to Finasteride, Dutasteride, and oral minoxidil

in Minoxidil 78 upvotes 2 years ago

A user did not respond to finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair loss after four years of treatment and is considering scalp micropigmentation (SMP). Other users suggest the hair loss pattern may indicate alopecia areata and recommend seeing a dermatologist.

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