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Plasma cell balanitis treated with tacrolimus 0.1%.

G A Moreno-Arias1, A Camps-Fresneda, C Llaberia

  • 1Centro Médico Teknon, Despacho 27, Vilana 12, 08190 Barcelona, Spain. 935893067@telefonica.net

The British Journal of Dermatology
|November 26, 2005
PubMed
Summary

Topical tacrolimus 0.1% ointment effectively treats balanitis of Zoon (BZ) in men. This study shows marked improvement in patients resistant to other treatments, indicating a safe therapeutic option.

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Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Urology

Background:

  • Plasma cell balanitis, also known as Zoon's balanitis (BZ), is a common condition in mature men.
  • Lesions typically affect the glans penis and may extend to the prepuce.
  • The exact cause of Zoon's balanitis remains unknown.

Observation:

  • This study evaluated tacrolimus 0.1% ointment for treating two male patients with BZ.
  • Both patients had lesions refractive to conventional topical treatments.
  • Tacrolimus 0.1% ointment was applied twice daily.

Findings:

  • Both patients experienced significant improvement in BZ lesions.
  • Follow-up periods were 1 year and 10 months, respectively.
  • Tacrolimus demonstrated efficacy in managing refractory BZ.

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Implications:

  • Topical tacrolimus 0.1% ointment is a safe and effective treatment for Zoon's balanitis.
  • This offers a new therapeutic avenue for patients unresponsive to other treatments.
  • Further research may explore long-term outcomes and optimal application protocols.