Loose Anagen Syndrome: A Retrospective Chart Review of 37 Cases.
Publication/Presentation Date
9-1-2016
Abstract
BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVES: Loose anagen syndrome (LAS) is a disorder of abnormal anchorage of the hair to the scalp. Its symptoms include an inability to grow hair long and hair that is easily pulled out.
METHODS: We conducted a retrospective chart review of patients with LAS over the last 10 years at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and found 37 cases.
RESULTS: LAS was more common in females and was found in all hair colors and skin types.
CONCLUSION: Diagnosis of LAS should be made based on history, microscopic findings, and hair bulb and shaft features.
Volume
33
Issue
5
First Page
507
Last Page
510
ISSN
1525-1470
Published In/Presented At
Swink, S. M., & Castelo-Soccio, L. (2016). Loose Anagen Syndrome: A Retrospective Chart Review of 37 Cases. Pediatric dermatology, 33(5), 507–510. https://doi.org/10.1111/pde.12912
Disciplines
Medicine and Health Sciences
PubMedID
27436070
Department(s)
Department of Medicine
Document Type
Article