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1Stiftung zur Förderung der Hochschulmedizin in Dresden, Fetscherstr. 74, 01307, Dresden, Deutschland. michael.meurer@uniklinikum-dresden.de.
Abstract:
The range of treatment options for vitiligo has significantly expanded in the last 10 years and we can offer our patients more effective treatment strategies supported by European guidelines and consensus findings. Topical and UV therapy are-often in combination-the main components of vitiligo treatment. The main outcome parameters include extent and maintenance of gained repigmentation, cessation of spreading, avoidance of side effects and the influence of the treatment on the quality of life. The efficacy of the currently available treatments is often limited. New options include antioxidative or melanocyte-stimulating adjuvant therapies in combination with UV or laser light as well as a topical maintenance treatment to reduce the risk of recurrences. In many cases, psychological support is indicated.
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