Topical Aminolaevulinic Acid-Photodynamic Therapy for the Treatment of Mild to Moderate Inflammatory Acne
Annals of Dermatology
;
: 55-59, 2007.
Article
Dans Anglais
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-158871
ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND:
Photodynamic therapy (PDT) using aminolevulinic acid (ALA) is a new technique. PDT is being studied extensively and is used in a variety of dermatology settings.OBJECTIVE:
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the safety and efficacy of topical ALA-PDT in patients with mild to moderate inflammatory acne.METHOD:
Ten patients were enrolled in a clinical trial to evaluate ALA-PDT with activation by intense pulsed light. They were given a 20% topical ALA photosensitizing agent that remained in contact with the skin for 60 minutes before irradiation. No additional treatment was provided after PDT.RESULTS:
The Korean acne grading system was used for clinical assessment. Our results showed a statistically significant clinical improvement of the inflammatory acne at eight weeks after two sessions of treatment. Side effects such as slight discomfort, burning and stinging were reported during the irradiation.CONCLUSION:
ALA-PDT is a safe and effective treatment modality for inflammatory acne.
Texte intégral:
Disponible
Indice:
WPRIM (Pacifique occidental)
Sujet Principal:
Photothérapie dynamique
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Peau
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Morsures et piqûres
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Brûlures
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Acné juvénile
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Dermatologie
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Acide amino-lévulinique
Limites du sujet:
Humains
langue:
Anglais
Texte intégral:
Annals of Dermatology
Année:
2007
Type:
Article
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