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Comparison of methods to estimate the affected body surface area and the dosage of topical treatments in psoriasis and atopic dermatitis: the advantage of a picture‐based tool

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The accurate determination of the dosage of topical treatments is important given its repercussions on patient adherence and therapeutic efficacy. Up till now, the fingertip unit calculated by the rule… Click to show full abstract

The accurate determination of the dosage of topical treatments is important given its repercussions on patient adherence and therapeutic efficacy. Up till now, the fingertip unit calculated by the rule of hands is considered the gold standard, although its use is associated with several drawbacks.

Keywords: estimate affected; comparison methods; topical treatments; dosage topical; methods estimate

Journal Title: Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology
Year Published: 2019

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