Solar keratoses: photodynamic therapy, cryotherapy, 5-fluorouracil, imiquimod, diclofenac, or what? Facts and controversies
AR Schmitt, JS Bordeaux - Clinics in dermatology, 2013 - Elsevier
Actinic keratosis is a common dermatologic condition that may regress, remain stable, or
progress to squamous cell carcinoma. Some question whether all actinic keratoses should
be routinely treated, whereas others contend that the unpredictable natural history of this
disease necessitates treatment to prevent malignant transformation. Available treatments
include photodynamic therapy, cryotherapy, 5-fluorouracil, imiquimod, and diclofenac. Each
of these options has its advantages and disadvantages, although they all have a place in the …
progress to squamous cell carcinoma. Some question whether all actinic keratoses should
be routinely treated, whereas others contend that the unpredictable natural history of this
disease necessitates treatment to prevent malignant transformation. Available treatments
include photodynamic therapy, cryotherapy, 5-fluorouracil, imiquimod, and diclofenac. Each
of these options has its advantages and disadvantages, although they all have a place in the …
