Trichrome vitiligo in segmental type

Photodermatol Photoimmunol Photomed. 2011 Apr;27(2):111-2. doi: 10.1111/j.1600-0781.2011.00572.x.

Abstract

Trichrome vitiligo consists of an intermediate zone of hypopigmentation located between the depigmentation center and the normal unaffected skin. Previously, trichrome vitiligo was described in non-segmental vitiligo. Here, we report two cases of trichrome vitiligo that showed a poor response to phototherapy or systemic steroid. These findings suggest that trichrome vitiligo in segmental type seems to be an active lesion resistant to medical treatment.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Vitiligo / classification
  • Vitiligo / diagnosis*