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ArticleClinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology2025

Consensus Recommendations for the Management of Androgenetic Alopecia in Egypt: A Modified Delphi Study.

Sara M Mohy, Mohamed F Abozeid, Wael M Seoudy, Ahmed Elshahid, Alaa E A Moubasher, Ashraf Hassan, Eman Elmorsy, Eman R M Hofny, Essamelden M Mohamed, Hanan Mohammed Saleh and 13 more

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Sara M MohyVenus Research Center, The Egyptian Society for Woman Health (VENUS), Cairo, Egypt.
Mohamed F AbozeidVenus Research Center, The Egyptian Society for Woman Health (VENUS), Cairo, Egypt.
Wael M SeoudyVenus Research Center, The Egyptian Society for Woman Health (VENUS), Cairo, Egypt.
Ahmed ElshahidDepartment of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Al-Azhar University, Cairo, Egypt.ORCID 0000-0002-6471-2539
Alaa E A MoubasherDepartment of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Assiut University, Assiut, Egypt.
Ashraf HassanDepartment of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Mansoura University, Mansoura, Egypt.
Eman ElmorsyDepartment of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt.
Eman R M HofnyDepartment of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Assiut University, Assiut, Egypt.
Essamelden M MohamedDepartment of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Al-Azhar University, Assiut, Egypt.
Hanan Mohammed SalehDepartment of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt.
Hanan SabryDepartment of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Benha University, Benha, Egypt.
Khaled GharibDepartment of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt.
Mohamed Abdelwahed GaberDepartment of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Menoufia University, Menoufia, Egypt.
Mohamed Saad HegazyDepartment of Dermatology, Military Medical Academy, Cairo, Egypt.
Mona A AtwaDepartment of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Suez Canal University, Ismailia, Egypt.
Nayera MoftahDepartment of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine for Girls, Al-Azhar University, Cairo, Egypt.
Nermeen Ibrahim BedairDepartment of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Helwan University, Cairo, Egypt.ORCID 0000-0003-0162-5080
Noha Ezzat MohammedDepartment of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Fayoum University, Fayoum, Egypt.
Samia EsmatDepartment of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University, Giza, Egypt.
Tarek AmeenDepartment of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Tanta University, Tanta, Egypt.
Tarek HusseinDepartment of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt.
Yasser Mostafa GoharyDepartment of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Beni-Suef University, Beni-Suef, Egypt.
Mahmoud A RagehVenus Research Center, The Egyptian Society for Woman Health (VENUS), Cairo, Egypt.ORCID 0000-0001-6212-9748

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Abstract

Background: Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is a common dermatologic condition with significant psychological and social impact. Treatment remains challenging due to heterogeneity in patient response and limited long-term efficacy data. Objective: To develop expert consensus guidelines for the diagnosis and management of AGA tailored to the Egyptian population, considering region-specific clinical and systemic factors. Methods: A modified Delphi process was conducted in two rounds. Initially, a structured, evidence-informed questionnaire was distributed to 1,000 practicing dermatologists across Egypt; 723 completed the survey. Responses were analyzed and refined into consensus statements, which were subsequently evaluated by a panel of 20 senior dermatology professors. Statements achieving ≥75% agreement were considered consensus. Results: Twenty-seven consensus statements were established and categorized into seven key areas: diagnosis, minoxidil, antiandrogens, low-level laser therapy, adjuvant treatments, hair transplantation, and counseling/hair aids. These recommendations reflect a synthesis of current evidence and national clinical experience. Conclusion: This consensus provides a regionally relevant, evidence-based framework for AGA management in Egypt. It emphasizes individualized care, multidisciplinary strategies, and the integration of emerging therapies, and may serve as a model for practice in similar healthcare settings.

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androgenetic alopeciaconsensushair lossmodified Delphi

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PMCPMC12533493

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