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Phototherapy

E A Abel1

  • 1Department of Dermatology, Stanford University School of Medicine, California, USA.

Dermatologic Clinics
|October 1, 1995
PubMed
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Ultraviolet B (UVB) phototherapy is a proven, effective treatment for widespread psoriasis. This method offers a convenient, cost-effective alternative to other therapies, with fewer side effects.

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Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Photomedicine

Background:

  • Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin condition requiring effective treatment options.
  • Widespread psoriasis often necessitates systemic or light-based therapies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the efficacy and application of Ultraviolet B (UVB) phototherapy for widespread psoriasis.
  • To highlight UVB phototherapy as a time-honored and effective treatment modality.

Main Methods:

  • Review of established protocols for UVB phototherapy, including irradiation frequency, dosage, and maintenance.
  • Exploration of combination therapies involving UVB with topical or systemic treatments.
  • Comparison of UVB phototherapy with other treatments like PUVA (psoralen plus ultraviolet A).

Main Results:

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  • UVB phototherapy is highly effective for widespread psoriasis, with defined treatment parameters.
  • Combination therapy and rotational use of modalities can enhance long-term control and reduce toxicity.
  • UVB with emollients shows comparable efficacy to PUVA for selected patients, without systemic photosensitizers.

Conclusions:

  • UVB phototherapy is a commonly used, cost-effective treatment for widespread psoriasis unresponsive to topical therapies.
  • It offers a convenient and relatively simple alternative to PUVA, especially for fair-skinned individuals.
  • UVB phototherapy remains a valuable therapeutic option in managing psoriasis effectively.