Tinea capitis - retrospective analysis of cases diagnosed between 2004 and 2013

Parada, Helena; Sabino, Raquel; Brandão, João; Furtado, Cristina; Veríssimo, Cristina

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Tinea capitis is an infection of the hair and scalp caused by dermatophytes of the genera Trichophyton and Microsporum. Transmission may occur by person to person contact, or indirectly by contact with infected animals. The prevalence varies by country and region, being more prevalent in developing countries; children of are usually the most affected group.This study aims to describe the epidemiology of tinea capitis in the region of Lisbon and Tagus Valley, from January 2004 to December 2013.