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Successful topical sirolimus treatment of epidermal nevus in a patient with phacomatosis spilosebacea.

Authors :
Morelló‐Vicente, Ana
Oteiza‐Rius, Inés
Salido‐Vallejo, Rafael
Antoñanzas, Javier
Estenaga, Angela
Pretel, Maider
Aguado, Leyre
Source :
Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology & Venereology; Jun2024, Vol. 38 Issue 6, pe507-e508, 2p
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

This article discusses the successful treatment of epidermal nevus (EN) in a patient with phacomatosis spilosebacea (PSS) using topical sirolimus. EN is a type of birthmark, while PSS is a rare disorder characterized by the presence of EN along with other organ system involvement. Treatment of EN can be challenging, but topical sirolimus has shown promising results in managing difficult-to-treat dermatological disorders. In this case, a patient with PSS experienced a marked decrease in thickness of the EN lesions after 5 weeks of treatment with topical sirolimus, with no adverse effects reported. Further follow-up is needed to confirm the long-term improvement. [Extracted from the article]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
09269959
Volume :
38
Issue :
6
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology & Venereology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
177466857
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1111/jdv.19704