Abstract:Vitiligo is characterized by skin discoloration in different body regions, and its prevalence in the world population can reach 1%. Its cause is still undefined but possibly related to biochemical, environmental, immunological, and genetic events. In addition, individuals with vitiligo present electrolyte disturbances in the melanocytes, and it has been one of the targets of studies for treating this pathology. This systematic review aimed to gather and evaluate in vivo studies that described the mechanism of … Show more
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