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Microneedling in vitiligo: A systematic review.
Antoine Salloum1, Nagham Bazzi2, Diane Maalouf1,3
1Department of Dermatology, Saint George Hospital University Medical center, Beirut, Lebanon.
Dermatologic Therapy
|September 17, 2020
Summary
Microneedling effectively treats vitiligo, especially when combined with other therapies. This minimally invasive procedure offers a safe and efficient alternative for patients with treatment-resistant skin conditions.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Minimally Invasive Procedures
Background:
- Microneedling, initially for skin rejuvenation, is now utilized for various dermatological conditions.
- Emerging evidence highlights microneedling's effectiveness in treating vitiligo.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review current literature on microneedling techniques, efficacy, and safety for vitiligo treatment.
- To assess microneedling as a therapeutic option for vitiligo.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive PubMed search for literature on microneedling for vitiligo.
- Inclusion of case reports, case series, and clinical trials.
- Analysis of 14 evaluated articles.
Main Results:
- All reviewed studies demonstrated improvement in vitiligo lesions following microneedling treatment.
- Combination therapies (e.g., microneedling with topical agents or phototherapy) showed superior efficacy compared to microneedling alone.
- Microneedling was found to be a safe and efficient treatment modality.
Conclusions:
- Microneedling is a safe and effective technique for vitiligo treatment.
- It presents a viable alternative therapy, particularly for cases resistant to conventional treatments.
