Chemotherapy-induced alopecia

Chemotherapy-induced alopecia is a distressing side effect common to certain treatment regimens in oncology. Unfortunately, chemotherapy-induced alopecia is an often overlooked or minor factor among our current research priorities and thus advances in amelioration have been minimal. This review offe...

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Published in:Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology 2012-07, Vol.67 (1), p.e37-e47
Main Authors: Chon, Susan Y., MD, Champion, Rachel W., BSE, Geddes, Elizabeth R., MD, Rashid, Rashid M., MD
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
alopecia
Alopecia - chemically induced
Alopecia - physiopathology
Alopecia - prevention & control
Alopecia - therapy
Animals
Antineoplastic Agents - adverse effects
chemotherapy
chemotherapy-induced alopecia
clinical
Dermatology
Hair - growth & development
Humans
treatment
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Summary:Chemotherapy-induced alopecia is a distressing side effect common to certain treatment regimens in oncology. Unfortunately, chemotherapy-induced alopecia is an often overlooked or minor factor among our current research priorities and thus advances in amelioration have been minimal. This review offers a comprehensive examination of the clinically relevant basic science, clinical research, and current management options for chemotherapy-induced alopecia. We emphasize that hair loss secondary to chemotherapy is not as random or nonspecific in patterns or extent of disease, as one would initially perceive. Patient support and education information and templates are provided to facilitate patient treatment.
ISSN:0190-9622
1097-6787
DOI:10.1016/j.jaad.2011.02.026