Differentiating between pseudopelade of brocq and scarring classic lpp can be challenging as they both have multifocal involvement of the vertex scalp although lpp presents more frequently with perifollicular erythema and follicular keratotic plugs than pseudopelade of brocq 43,114. Soepronos textbook is available on and includes detailed information on over 600 entities and includes four dvd diskettes with highresolution images that provide a virtual dermatopathology reference and guide. Full text full text is available as a scanned copy of the original print version. Pseudopelade of brocq ppb is a hair loss condition with great debate behind the activity of the condition. Pseudopelade of brocq an overview sciencedirect topics. Although classic pseudopelade of brocq is classified as scarring alopecia, in our opinion the preserved and even enhanced elastic fiber network is a remarkable feature and should. Pseudopelade of brocq definition of pseudopelade of. Another belief is that ppb is the end result of any inflammatory alopecia and no further treatment is needed. Classic pseudopelade of brocq reveals markedly thickened elastic fibers within the dermis in addition to intact elastic sheaths outlining the broad fibrous tracts. A summary pseudopelade of brocq is a chronic, slowly progressive, lymphocytic cicatricial alopecia whose exact etiology remains unknown. Pseudopelade of brocq is a flesh to pinkcolored, irregularly shaped alopecia that may begin in a motheaten pattern with eventual coalescence into larger patches of alopecia. This is a specific diagnosis reached after excluding known causes of patchy scarring alopecia pseudopelade such as lichen planopilaris and discoid lupus erythematosus who gets pseudopelade of brocq and why. Pseudopelade of brocq pbb is a slowly progressive, chronic condition characterized by scarring hair loss cicatricial alopecia.
Alopecias cicatrizales primarias, actualizaciones en. There exists some controversy as to whether pbb is a distinct condition or the common final stage or variant of several different forms of scarring alopecias, such as discoid lupus erythematosus dle or lichen planopilaris lpp. Over the last century, this condition has been a source of controversy. In 1888, brocq used the term pseudopelade to describe a unique form of cicatricial alopecia resembling alopecia areata pelade is the french term for alopecia areata. Pseudopelada brocq 101 hair clinic problemi opadanje kose.
Pseudopelade of brocq symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment information for pseudopelade of brocq lasseurgrahamlittle syndrome with alternative diagnoses, fulltext book chapters, misdiagnosis, research treatments, prevention, and prognosis. Pseudopelade of brocq ppb is a rare, idiopathic selflimiting hair disorder resulting in progressive cicatricial alopecia. Pseudopelade of brocq is an unusual form of permanent hair loss from the scalp, the cause of which is unknown. Its relationship to some forms of cicatricial alopecias and to lichen planus j gay prieto, 1 1 prof, of dermatology and director of the postgraduate school of dermatology, university of madrid prof, of dermatology and director of the postgraduate school of dermatology, university of madrid references sabouraud, 1927. It is frequently described as discrete, asymmetrical, slightly depressed1,2 alopecic patches primarily involving the parietal scalp and vertex. Liquen plano pilar surgical and cosmetic dermatology.
Summary pseudopelade of brocq is an uncommon form of cicatricial alopecia, of undetermined etiology. This is a specific diagnosis reached after excluding known causes of patchy scarring alopecia pseudopelade such as lichen planopilaris and discoid lupus erythematosus. Pseudopelade of brocq ppb is a rare, idiopathic, slowly progressive hair disorder, resulting in cicatricial alopecia. There is thought that ppb is an actively smoldering primary inflammatory condition that can be slowed or stopped. Pseudopelada brocq je progresivna cikatricijalna alopecija cesca kod zena nego kod muskaraca. Get a printable copy pdf file of the complete article 336k, or click on a page image below to browse page by page. Pour certains il sagit dun stade cicatriciel du lupus, et surtout du lichen plan pilaire. Pseudopelade of brocq is a flesh to pinkcolored, irregularly shaped alopecia that may begin. Ideal sources for wikipedia s health content are defined in the guideline wikipedia.
It primarily involves the parietal and vertex portions of the scalp with a chronic prolonged course. Although it has been the cause of many controversies throughout the years, mostly due to its resemblence to other forms of. Pseudopelade of brocq is an idiopathic and slowly progressive form of cicatricial alopecia, clinically pre senting with multiple small alopecic patches on the vertex and parietal areas, in a. Pseudopelade of brocq alzolibani 2008 dermatologic. Described by brocq in 1905 pseudopelade is characterized by asymptomatic, porcelain white or ivory, round or oval, atr ophic plaques, with smooth. There exists some controversy as to whether pbb is a distinct condition or the common final stage or variant of several different forms of scarring alopecias such as discoid lupus erythematosus dle or lichen planopilaris lpp. Pseudopelade of brocq ppb is a rare, idiopathic selflimiting hair disorder resulting in progressive cicatricial alopecia primarily involving the parietal scalp and. Soeprono teaches and practices dermatopathology at loma linda university, school of medicine, department of dermatology. It typically presents in caucasian adult patients as small, smooth, flesh. It typically presents in caucasian adult patients as small, smooth, fleshtoned and slightly depressed alopecic patches with irregular outlines. Alopecia cicatrizal infecciosos bacterias, hongos y virus.
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