Exploring Pediatric Dermatology in Skin of Color: Focus on Dermoscopy
Author Information
Author(s): Karampinis Emmanouil, Toli Olga, Georgopoulou Konstantina-Eirini, Papadopoulou Maria-Myrto, Vardiampasi Anna, Zafiriou Efterpi, Lazaridou Elizabeth, Apalla Zoe, Lallas Aimilios, Behera Biswanath, Errichetti Enzo
Primary Institution: Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
Hypothesis
This review aims to evaluate the clinical and dermoscopic presentations of common pediatric diseases among children with skin of color while addressing potential variations based on racial backgrounds.
Conclusion
The study identifies both differences and similarities in how dermatoses among pediatric populations present on dermoscopy in skin of color.
Supporting Evidence
- Children with skin of color typically exhibit fewer nevi compared to children with lighter skin tones.
- Inflammatory dermatoses such as psoriasis and eczema appear with brownish backgrounds more frequently in skin of color.
- Dermoscopic traits like corkscrew hair in tinea capitis are primarily seen in patients of African origin.
- Many dermoscopic images are consistent between skin of color and non-skin of color in various skin lesions.
Takeaway
This study looks at how skin diseases show up differently in kids with darker skin and helps doctors understand these differences better.
Methodology
The review was based on a comprehensive search of the literature performed through the PubMed electronic database, screening articles reporting dermoscopic features of skin disease in dark skin in child populations.
Potential Biases
The review may be biased towards studies that focus on lighter skin populations, potentially overlooking unique features in darker skin.
Limitations
The review may not cover all skin conditions in all racial groups due to the limited number of studies available.
Participant Demographics
The review focuses on pediatric populations with skin of color, including various racial groups such as Hispanic, Asian, African, and others.
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