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Patient Perspectives regarding Artificial Intelligence-Driven Trichoscopy for Alopecia Evaluation.
Caitlin A Kearney1, Anna L Brinks1, Carli N Lawrence1
1The Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, New York, NY, USA.
Skin Appendage Disorders
|January 29, 2026
Summary
Patients with alopecia find artificial intelligence (AI)-driven trichoscopy helpful for monitoring hair regrowth and improving treatment motivation. This technology enhances alopecia care and boosts patient confidence in treatment plans.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Medical Technology
- Artificial Intelligence
Background:
- Alopecia treatment efficacy is often hindered by slow hair regrowth, making objective monitoring challenging.
- Trichoscopic measurements (TMs) offer an objective method for assessing treatment response in alopecia.
- Artificial intelligence (AI) facilitates trichoscopic analysis without the need for hair clippings.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate patient perspectives on AI-driven trichoscopy for alopecia management.
- To evaluate the impact of AI-driven trichoscopy on patient-reported outcomes and treatment motivation.
Main Methods:
- A survey study and chart review of 101 alopecia patients at a hair clinic.
- Pre- and post-visit surveys assessed self-perceived alopecia severity and quality of life.
- Opinions on AI-driven trichoscopy were collected using Likert scales.
Main Results:
- A significant portion of patients reported feeling less bothered by alopecia and perceived reduced severity after reviewing TMs.
- Over half of participants showed increased motivation for treatment after AI-driven trichoscopy analysis.
- AI-driven trichoscopy improved concordance between patient and physician assessments of hair loss changes.
Conclusions:
- Patients generally have a favorable view of AI-driven trichoscopy.
- The technology enhances the quality of alopecia care and increases patient motivation for therapy.
- AI-driven trichoscopy fosters greater confidence in treatment recommendations.
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