PubMed · 10492985
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R W Groves. 1998. Key developments in dermatology.. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10492985/
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BACKGROUND: Halo scalp ring is an uncommonly reported alopecia of the scalp that arises perinatally. OBJECTIVES: To describe 5 new cases of halo scalp ring, and to review the literature. SETTING: An outpatient dermatology clinic in an urban area; patients diagnosed in a 2-year period were included in the study. RESULTS: Halo scalp ring is most commonly a temporary, nonscarring alopecia that occurs in patients born to primigravidas. CONCLUSIONS: Halo scalp ring is a distinctive form of alopecia attributed to caput succedaneum. It is underreported and generally has a good prognosis. However, scarring may occur.
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