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Halo Scalp Ring Linked to Scarring Alopecia

Birth-related pressure injury may lead to permanent hair loss when follicular damage occurs

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  • Andrea Surnit

  • April 13, 2026

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    Halo scalp ring is a birth-related pressure injury that can lead to permanent scarring alopecia in severe cases.

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    A 12-year-old female patient exhibited hair loss linked to halo scalp ring, observed shortly after birth.

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    The condition is characterized by a semi-annular band of cicatricial alopecia, often associated with caput succedaneum.

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    Most cases of halo scalp ring result in temporary alopecia, but severe cases may cause permanent hair loss due to ischemia.

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    Management typically involves observation, with surgical options considered for significant cosmetic concerns.

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Halo Scalp Ring Linked to Scarring Alopecia

  • by Andrea Surnit

  • April 13, 2026

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