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Current therapeutic paradigm in pediatric atopic dermatitis: Practical guidance from a national expert panel

A Chiricozzi1, A Belloni Fortina2, E Galli3

  • 1Dermatology Unit, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Pisa, Via Roma 67, 56126 Pisa, Italy.

Allergologia Et Immunopathologia
|October 1, 2018
PubMed

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This consensus document provides practical recommendations for managing pediatric atopic dermatitis (AD), a common inflammatory skin condition. It offers guidance on using conventional topical and systemic therapies for children with AD.

Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Pediatrics
  • Immunology

Background:

  • Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a prevalent inflammatory skin condition affecting children and adults.
  • Current management of pediatric AD relies on conventional treatments, with emerging therapies under investigation.
  • A need exists for updated, practical guidance on managing pediatric AD.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an updated consensus on the general management of pediatric atopic dermatitis.
  • To define practical recommendations for the use of topical and systemic agents in pediatric AD.
  • To standardize real-world management of AD in pediatric subjects.

Main Methods:

  • A panel of dermatology and pediatrics experts was convened.
  • A Delphi process was employed to reach consensus on management statements.
  • Recommendations were developed for the practical application of AD therapies in children.

Main Results:

  • A set of practical recommendations for pediatric AD management was established.
  • The recommendations achieved at least 75% agreement among the expert panel.
  • The findings offer a concise overview of current therapeutic approaches.

Conclusions:

  • The consensus provides a practical snapshot for pediatric AD treatment.
  • Recommendations focus on the pediatric use of common anti-AD therapeutics.
  • This document aids clinicians in managing children with atopic dermatitis.
Abstract

Keywords:
Atopic dermatitisAtopyManagementProbioticsTherapy

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