Clinico-epidemiological and Therapeutic Aspects of Alopecia Areata in Children at the Dermatology Department, University Hospital of Antananarivo, Madagascar

International Journal of Clinical Dermatology 2026 Open access

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Authors: H.F.P. Andriatahina, A.M.K.A. Rakotomanana, Fandresena Arilala Sendrasoa, Tsiory Iarintsoa Razafimaharo, Moril Sata, Fenohasina Rakotonandrasana, Onivola Raharolahy, Malalaniaina Andrianarison, Irina Mamisoa Ranaivo, Lala Soavina Ramarozatovo, Fahafahantsoa Rabenja Rapelanoro
DOI: 10.11648/j.ijcd.20260901.12
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Abstract

Introduction: Alopecia areata (AA) is an autoimmune disease of the hair follicles that causes non-scarring hair loss. We aim to describe the epidemiological, clinical, and therapeutic aspects of AA seen in Malagasy children. Materials and Methods: A descriptive retrospective study was conducted over a 71-month period in children

Fields of Study & Subjects

Hair Growth and Disorders Nail Diseases and Treatments melanin and skin pigmentation

Publication details

Journal / source
International Journal of Clinical Dermatology
Volume
9
Issue
1
Pages
10–16
Publication date
9 February 2026
Language
EN