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Revisiting the Role of Local Cryotherapy for Acne Treatment: A Review and Update.

Authors :
Rho, Nark-Kyoung
Source :
Journal of Clinical Medicine. Jan2023, Vol. 12 Issue 1, p26. 18p.
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

Acne vulgaris is a well-recognized condition among adolescents and adults that adversely affects their quality of life. Local cryotherapy has long been reported to be effective in treating acne vulgaris, inducing a more rapid involution of acne than topical medications. However, the use of cryotherapy has been limited for acne treatment due to several drawbacks, including procedural pain and pigmentary alterations. Currently, newer cryotherapy devices are gaining attention in dermatology due to their ability to monitor and precisely control the target temperature. In this narrative review, a brief history and the latest update on acne cryotherapy will be presented. Additionally, a special emphasis is placed on the role of cryotherapy, alone or in combination with intralesional steroid injections for nodulocystic acne. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
20770383
Volume :
12
Issue :
1
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Journal of Clinical Medicine
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
161186293
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm12010026