Advances in Diagnostic Methods for Vulvar Lichen Sclerosus

外阴硬化性苔藓(Vulva Lichen Sclerosus, VLS)是一种病因不明的慢性炎症性皮肤病，严重影响患者的生活质量和心理健康。准确的诊断和评估对于制定有效的治疗方案至关重要。本文就外阴硬化性苔藓的诊断和病情评估方法进行综述，为临床诊疗方案的选择提供参考。Vulvar lichen sclerosus (VLS) is a chronic inflammatory dermatological condition of unknown etiology that significantly impacts patients’ quality of life and psychological well-being. Accurate diagnosis and disease assessment are essential for formulating effective treatment strategies. This paper reviews the current diagnostic and disease evaluation methods for VLS, providing a reference for clinical decision-making.