Alopecia totalis (AT) is a chronic condition marked by complete scalp hair loss, which affects a small percentage of patients with alopecia areata (AA). AA is a chronic, autoimmune disorder of nonscarring hair loss mediated by T-lymphocytes against the hair follicular unit. The most common form of disease manifests as smooth, discrete, round patches of hair loss and can be referred to as alopecia areata focalis. AT is a more extensive subtype of AA characterized by complete loss of hair on the scalp. When there is a total loss of scalp and body hair, it is called alopecia universalis.This activity discusses the evaluation and management of AT, emphasizing its distinctive characteristics and expounding upon the challenges associated with treating it, given its poorer prognosis for hair regrowth and heightened likelihood of treatment failure compared with the focal variant of AA. Learners gain insights into the crucial aspects of early recognition and intervention strategies for AT, optimizing treatment outcomes by addressing the condition at its onset. This course underscores the significance of an interprofessional approach in the care continuum for patients grappling with this autoimmune disorder, accentuating the collaborative role of various healthcare disciplines in enhancing patient care and management. Further, this activity equips healthcare professionals with the necessary knowledge and tools to effectively evaluate, treat, and navigate the complexities of AT, thereby improving patient outcomes and quality of life for individuals affected by this condition.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/17387
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.0 hours
Nursing: 1.0 hours
Pharmacy: 1.0 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABPATH - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABIM - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Medical Knowledge (ABIM)
ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABP - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment (ABP) - Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: Variable
- Measured Outcome: Learner Knowledge, Learner/Team Competence
- Provider Ship: Directly Provided
- Registration: Open to all
- Specialty: Dermatopathology, General Pediatrics, General Surgery, Internal Medicine