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Phototherapy in children: Considerations and indications
Cary S Crall1, Jillian F Rork2, Sophia Delano1
1Harvard Medical School, Dermatology Program, Division of Allergy and Immunology, Department of Medicine, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, MA.
Clinics in Dermatology
|September 18, 2016
Summary
Phototherapy is a safe and effective treatment for pediatric skin diseases. Special safety and tolerability considerations are crucial for children undergoing phototherapy for conditions like psoriasis and eczema.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Dermatology
- Phototherapy
- Dermatologic Treatments
Background:
- Phototherapy is a recognized treatment for various pediatric skin conditions.
- Special safety and tolerability considerations are vital for pediatric phototherapy.
- Existing research supports phototherapy's efficacy in several dermatologic diseases affecting children.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the safety and efficacy of phototherapy in pediatric skin diseases.
- To highlight special considerations for using phototherapy in children.
- To identify areas for future research in pediatric phototherapy.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of phototherapy applications in pediatric dermatology.
- Analysis of safety and tolerability factors in pediatric phototherapy.
- Synthesis of evidence for phototherapy in treating childhood skin conditions.
Main Results:
- Phototherapy is effective for pediatric psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, pityriasis lichenoides, cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, and vitiligo.
- Patient, family, and facility-based factors influence treatment safety and tolerability.
- Further research is needed for other promising pediatric dermatologic conditions.
Conclusions:
- Phototherapy is a viable and safe treatment option for numerous pediatric skin diseases.
- Careful consideration of pediatric-specific factors ensures optimal treatment outcomes.
- Continued research will expand the application of phototherapy in pediatric dermatology.
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