Phototherapy for Vitiligo: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
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DOI: 10.1001/jamadermatol.2017.0002
Abstract: Importance References to the expected treatment response to phototherapy would be helpful in the management of vitiligo because phototherapy requires long treatment durations over several months. Objective To estimate the treatment response of vitiligo to… read more here.
Keywords: studies months; vitiligo; response; analysis ... See more keywords
Multi-Factors Associated With Efficacy and Adverse Events of Fractional Erbium:YAG Laser-Assisted Delivery of Topical Betamethasone for Stable Vitiligo: A Retrospective Analysis.
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DOI: 10.1002/lsm.23198
Abstract: BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Although topical corticosteroids are still the first-line option for vitiligo, its efficacy is still unsatisfactory for stable vitiligo. A few studies have focused on laser-assisted drug delivery (LADD) but were limited by… read more here.
Keywords: vitiligo; laser assisted; stable vitiligo; assisted delivery ... See more keywords
Macrophage inhibitory factor (MIF) gene polymorphisms are associated with disease susceptibility and with circulating MIF levels in active non‐segmental vitiligo in patients from western Mexico
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DOI: 10.1002/mgg3.1416
Abstract: The macrophage migration inhibiting factor (MIF) is a protein that promotes the activation of immune cells and the production of other proinflammatory cytokines such as TNF‐α, IL‐1β, and IFN‐γ, which have proposed to play an… read more here.
Keywords: non segmental; vitiligo; factor mif; western mexico ... See more keywords
Differences in the melanosome distribution within the epidermal melanin units and its association with the impairing background of leukoderma in vitiligo and halo nevi: a retrospective study
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DOI: 10.1007/s00403-017-1730-7
Abstract: Skin color is determined by the number of melanin granules produced by melanocytes that are transferred to keratinocytes. Melanin synthesis and the distribution of melanosomes to keratinocytes within the epidermal melanin unit (EMU) within the… read more here.
Keywords: vitiligo; halo nevi; within epidermal; distribution ... See more keywords
Contribution of HLA class II genes, DRB4*01:01, DRB1*07:01, and DQB1*03:03:2 to clinical features of Vitiligo disease in Iranian population.
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DOI: 10.1007/s11033-021-06855-3
Abstract: BACKGROUND Vitiligo is a multifactorial depigmentation condition, which is due to skin melanocyte destruction. Increased expression of HLA class II genes in patients with pre-lesions of Vitiligo suggests a crucial role for the participation of… read more here.
Keywords: vitiligo; drb4 drb1; drb1 dqb1; hla class ... See more keywords
Electrocautery Needling and the 308-nm Excimer Lamp: A Synergistic Combination for the Treatment of Stable Non-segmental Vitiligo
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DOI: 10.1007/s13555-020-00395-7
Abstract: Introduction Vitiligo is an acquired chronic depigmentation disorder caused by the destruction of melanocytes. Although various treatments have been proposed for the management of vitiligo, achieving repigmentation and preventing relapse remains challenging. The aim of… read more here.
Keywords: combination; vitiligo; treatment; group ... See more keywords
Topical JAK Inhibitors for the Treatment of Alopecia Areata and Vitiligo
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DOI: 10.1007/s13671-017-0163-z
Abstract: Purpose of ReviewAlopecia areata (AA) and vitiligo are dermatological autoimmune diseases that, until recently, have had no specifically targeted therapies. Here, we review the future of therapies specifically targeted to the treatment of alopecia areata… read more here.
Keywords: vitiligo; jak; dermatology; treatment ... See more keywords
Association Between Psoriasis and Vitiligo: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
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DOI: 10.1007/s40257-018-0394-1
Abstract: BackgroundThe relationship between psoriasis and vitiligo has not been previously confirmed, and we therefore aimed to investigate this association.MethodsWe conducted a search of the MEDLINE and EMBASE electronic databases on 22 January 2018 for case–control,… read more here.
Keywords: vitiligo; psoriasis vitiligo; association; psoriasis ... See more keywords
Autoimmunity in vitiligo: Therapeutic implications and opportunities.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.autrev.2021.102932
Abstract: Vitiligo is an acquired chronic pigmentary disorder affecting the melanocytes, mainly in the skin and mucosae. It occurs due to the dynamic interaction between genetic and environmental factors leading to autoimmune destruction of melanocytes. Defects… read more here.
Keywords: vitiligo; implications opportunities; vitiligo therapeutic; therapeutic implications ... See more keywords
Increased systemic and epidermal levels of IL‐17A and IL‐1&bgr; promotes progression of non‐segmental vitiligo
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DOI: 10.1016/j.cyto.2016.12.014
Abstract: BACKGROUND Non‐segmental vitiligo (NSV) results from autoimmune destruction of melanocytes. The altered levels of various cytokines have been proposed in the pathogenesis of vitiligo. However, the exact immune mechanisms have not yet been fully elucidated.… read more here.
Keywords: levels 17a; vitiligo; non segmental; bgr ... See more keywords
A study of anxiety and depression in Vitiligo patients: New challenges to treat
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DOI: 10.1016/j.eurpsy.2017.02.242
Abstract: Introduction Vitiligo, a dermatological problem, affects a person's emotional and psychological well being, having major consequences on patient's life. Most of the patients of vitiligo report embarrassment, helpless and low self esteem. Aims To study… read more here.
Keywords: vitiligo; psychiatric morbidity; vitiligo patients; anxiety depression ... See more keywords