[Vitiligo--an enigmatic disease. II. Therapy of vitiligo]

Bratisl Lek Listy. 1993 Dec;94(12):617-20.
[Article in Slovak]

Abstract

The work gives a review of therapeutic methods of vitiligo. PUVA therapy, application of cortisonoids, khellin (including UVA), phenylalanine (including UVA), melagenina, and laser therapy represent non-surgical methods. Surgical methods include application of fluorouracil following dermabrasion, of autologous epidermal grafting transplantation of in vitro cultured epidermis, in vitro cultured melanocytes and micropigmentation by pigment. Auxiliary methods are represented by administration of carotene, using sunscreens and if necessary cosmetic treatment. Entire depigmentation is done in accordance with the extent of vitiligo, unsuccessful repigmentation and the age of the patient. The conclusion points out psychosocial aspects and the necessity of mutual cooperation of both, physician and patient. (Ref. 53.)

Publication types

  • English Abstract
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Vitiligo / therapy*