Reliability and validity of a photographic method for measuring facial hair density in men.
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M any studies have investigated hair removal or growth prevention treatments, but they often measure hair density using noninvasive methods that are subjective and qualitative. Although photographic and digital hair-counting methods have been used, their reliability and validity remain unknown. We describe a simple, noninvasive method of hair counting used in a hair growth prevention treatment trial and assess its reliability and validity.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Archives of dermatology
دوره 147 11 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2011