Background: The scalp biopsy plays an important role in diagnosis and subsequent management of many scalp disorders. This simple diagnostic procedure can be time-consuming and frustrating for most dermatologists.
Objective: To outline an efficient technique for performing a scalp biopsy.
Methods: The technique of performing a scalp biopsy is reviewed and suggestions are made to make this time-consuming procedure more efficient.
Results: Sufficient specimen for histopathologic evaluation in a short perid of time is obtained.
Conclusion: Attention to specific details in performing a scalp biopsy allows the physician to obtain a quick and histopathologically informative scalp biopsy.