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Physician-authored summaries on the latest research on phototherapy, editorials on phototherapy, and perspectives on phototherapy - drawn from the top medical journals.
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Neonatal Phototherapy Increases Development of Pigmented Nevi
- October 14, 2011
- Mary Wu Chang, MD
- Dermatology
Safer protocols and better eye shielding are needed for this relatively easy intervention for the common problem of jaundice.- Reviewing:
- Csoma Z et al., Pediatrics 2011 Oct; 128:e856.
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Home Phototherapy: An Overlooked Option for Psoriasis Free
- June 12, 2009
- Craig A. Elmets, MD
- Dermatology
Patients were happy with home units for psoriasis phototherapy.- Reviewing:
- Koek MBG et al., BMJ 2009 May 7; 338:b1542. Anstey A., BMJ 2009 May 7; 338:b607.
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Phototherapy for Localized Scleroderma
- March 28, 2006
- Jeffrey P. Callen, MD
- Dermatology
Good news from this first prospective trial of narrowband UVB for LS- Reviewing:
- Kreuter A et al., J Am Acad Dermatol 2006 Mar; 54:440-7.
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UVA1 Is Often A1! Free
- April 27, 2012
- Mark V. Dahl, MD
- Dermatology
After reviewing the evidence, a workshop group discusses the effectiveness, safety, and costs of UVA1 phototherapy.- Reviewing:
- Kerr AC et al., Clin Exp Dermatol 2012 Apr; 37:219.
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Skin-Softening Rays
- May 7, 2010
- Mark V. Dahl, MD
- Dermatology
Ultraviolet A1 phototherapy provided some benefit to patients with localized scleroderma.- Reviewing:
- Andres C et al., Br J Dermatol 2010 Feb 1; 162:445.
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UVA-1 for Sclerotic Skin Disease: More Is Not Better
- August 8, 2008
- Craig A. Elmets, MD
- Dermatology
A moderate approach balances the therapeutic efficacy of enough UVA-1 exposure against the tanning effects of too much exposure, which can block its benefits.- Reviewing:
- Wang F et al., Arch Dermatol 2008 Jul; 144:851. Kreuter A and Gambichler T., Arch Dermatol 2008 Jul; 144:912.
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Visible Benefit for Atopic Eczema
- April 12, 2005
- James Ferguson, MD, FRCP
- Dermatology
UV phototherapy has been in use for more than 120 years. In 1903, Niels Finsen was awarded the third Nobel Prize in Medicine for his . . .- Reviewing:
- Krutmann J et al. , Photodermatol Photoimmunol Photomed 2005 Apr; 21:59-61.
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Medical Malpractice: No Longer a Uniquely U.S. Problem
- February 11, 2011
- Arthur J. Sober, MD
- Dermatology
Dermatology malpractice suits are becoming more common in the U.K.- Reviewing:
- Gawkrodger DJ., Br J Dermatol 2011 Feb 7;:
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Expanding the Therapeutic Spectrum for Vitamin D Deficiency Free
- May 7, 2010
- Craig A. Elmets, MD
- Dermatology
Narrowband UVB phototherapy improved vitamin D levels in women far north of the equator.- Reviewing:
- Vähävihu K et al., Br J Dermatol 2010 Apr; 162:848.
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Light My Fire
- December 11, 2009
- Mark V. Dahl, MD
- Dermatology
A subtype of psoriasis may be inflamed by UV radiation.- Reviewing:
- Rutter KJ et al., J Invest Dermatol 2009 Dec; 129:2861.
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Pseudocatalase and Vitiligo
- August 15, 2008
- Mark V. Dahl, MD
- Dermatology
Two thirds of children treated with pseudocatalase PC-KUS achieved 75% improvement or better in their vitiligo.- Reviewing:
- Schallreuter KU et al., Int J Dermatol 2008 Jul; 47:743.
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PUVA in the Age of Biologics Free
- August 15, 2007
- Craig A. Elmets, MD
- Dermatology
The author of this thorough review discusses the pluses and minuses of this treatment strategy for psoriasis.- Reviewing:
- Stern RS., N Engl J Med 2007 Aug 16; 357:682-90.
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Repigmentation in Vitiligo: PUVA vs. Narrowband UVB Free
- June 1, 2007
- Craig A. Elmets, MD
- Dermatology
Narrowband UVB was safer and more effective than PUVA for vitiligo therapy.- Reviewing:
- Yones SS et al., Arch Dermatol 2007 May; 143:578-84. Lim HW and Hexsel CL., Arch Dermatol 2007 May; 143:643-6.
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PUVA vs. NB-UVB: The Controversy Continues
- August 11, 2006
- Craig A. Elmets, MD
- Dermatology
For clearing plaque-type psoriasis, PUVA was superior, but adverse effects must be considered.- Reviewing:
- Yones SS et al., Arch Dermatol 2006 Jul; 142:836-42.
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Etanercept for Pediatric Psoriasis
- April 25, 2006
- Mary Wu Chang, MD
- Dermatology
Promising results were seen in two recent case series.- Reviewing:
- Kress DW., J Am Acad Dermatol 2006 Mar; 54:S126-8. Hawrot AC et al., Pediatr Dermatol 2006 Jan/Feb; 23:67-71.
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UVB-Associated Cancer Risk Is Modest
- May 24, 2005
- James Ferguson, MD, FRCP
- Dermatology
Phototherapy is commonly used to treat psoriasis and other inflammatory skin disorders. Although UVB is known to be carcinogenic in mice, surprising little is known . . .- Reviewing:
- Lim JL and Stern RS., J Invest Dermatol 2005 Mar; 124:505-13.
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MAL with Red Light for Photoaging
- February 11, 2011
- George J. Hruza, MD
- Dermatology
A split-face study of methyl aminolevulinate plus red light shows improvement in photodamage, but time and pain are considerations.- Reviewing:
- Sanclemente G et al., J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2011 Jan; 25:49.
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Whipping Melanocytes – Combined Treatment for Repigmenting Vitiligo
- March 15, 2013
- Mark V. Dahl, MD
- Dermatology
Afamelanotide plus narrowband UVB phototherapy was effective for repigmentation.- Reviewing:
- Grimes PE et al., JAMA Dermatol 2013 Jan; 149:68.
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Narrowband UVB for Oral Lichen Planus?
- September 30, 2011
- Craig A. Elmets, MD
- Dermatology
Results of a small, short-term study are positive, but the long-term effects of exposing the oral mucosa to ultraviolet light are not yet known.- Reviewing:
- Kassem R et al., J Am Acad Dermatol 2011 Aug 19;:
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The Effect of UVB Phototherapy on Psoriasis Is Local
- September 25, 2002
- Jeffrey S. Dover, MD, FRCPC
- Dermatology
It has been theorized that the systemic effects of UVB radiation -- for example, altered immune function, anti-inflammatory effects, and increased activity of systemic mediators . . .- Reviewing:
- Dawe RS et al., Arch Dermatol 2002 Aug; 138:1071-6.
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