Open AccessA descriptive study to characterize segmental vitiligo
Author(s) -
Binod K. Khaitan,
Sushruta Kathuria,
M Ramam
Publication year - 2012
Publication title -
indian journal of dermatology, venereology, and leprology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.514
H-Index - 45
eISSN - 0973-3922
pISSN - 0378-6323
DOI - 10.4103/0378-6323.102362
Subject(s) - vitiligo , medicine , dermatology , lesion , disease , family history , pigmentation disorder , outpatient clinic , physical examination , pathology , surgery
Segmental vitiligo is a small but unique subset of vitiligo requiring due importance due to its lack of response to medical treatment but excellent response to surgical treatment. Characterization of the pattern of segmental vitiligo will also help to understand the pathogenesis of the disease.