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Jaalouk D, Algarin YA, Pulumati A, Humeda J, Nouri K. Lasers for the treatment of nail psoriasis: a systematic review. Int J Dermatol 2024. [PMID: 38858829 DOI: 10.1111/ijd.17304] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/24/2024] [Revised: 05/16/2024] [Accepted: 05/17/2024] [Indexed: 06/12/2024]
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This systematic review assesses the evidence concerning laser treatments for nail psoriasis (NP), a prevalent condition among individuals with cutaneous psoriasis that notably affects their quality of life. Traditional treatments have limitations in terms of drug delivery and poor patient adherence, leading to interest in laser therapies for their targeted approach, extended treatment intervals, and the potential to enhance topical medication effectiveness. The MEDLINE, Embase, Web of Science, and Cochrane Library databases were searched. English-language randomized and non-randomized controlled trials with full-text availability were included. Data on the laser type, treatment protocol, Nail Psoriasis Severity Index (NAPSI) outcomes, and adverse events were extracted, and nail bed and matrix features and patient satisfaction were assessed. The primary effect measure was a percentage reduction in NAPSI scores from baseline. Nineteen studies involving the pulse dye laser (PDL), long-pulsed neodymium:yttrium aluminum garnet (Nd:YAG) laser and fractional carbon dioxide laser (FCL) were identified. Lasers, particularly those used in conjunction with topical agents, have shown favorable results. PDL effectively lowered NAPSI scores, and the Nd:YAG laser had comparable effectiveness but more discomfort. FCL also shows promise, particularly for topical drug delivery. PDL and Nd:YAG laser treatment were more effective at reducing nail bed features, whereas FCL was effective at reducing both nail bed and matrix features. Overall, lasers are promising treatment alternatives for NP, with similar NAPSI outcomes to topical therapies and intralesional injections.
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- Dana Jaalouk
- Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery, University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, USA
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- Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery, University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, USA
- Eastern Virginia Medical School, Norfolk, VA, USA
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- Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery, University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, USA
- University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine, Kansas City, MO, USA
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- Division of Dermatology, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY, USA
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- Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery, University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, USA
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El-Basiony MAS, El-Komy MHM, Samy NA, Aly DG, El-Gendy H, Hassan MFAS, El Sayed H, Soliman MM. Long-pulsed nd: YAG laser treatment of nail psoriasis: clinical and ultrasonographic assessment. Arch Dermatol Res 2024; 316:365. [PMID: 38850336 PMCID: PMC11162362 DOI: 10.1007/s00403-024-03036-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/11/2024] [Revised: 04/11/2024] [Accepted: 04/26/2024] [Indexed: 06/10/2024]
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Nail psoriasis is a chronic, inflammatory condition which is difficult to treat, linked with greater psoriasis severity, and may be associated with anxiety and significant functional impairment of the quality of life. The 1064 nm Nd: YAG laser was reported to yield satisfactory results in the treatment of nail psoriasis.The aim of the study was to assess the clinical and ultrasonographic efficacy of long-pulsed 1064 nm Nd: YAG laser in the treatment of fingernail psoriasis and compare its effect to control fingernails.This intra-patient randomized controlled trial analyzed 86 fingernails collected from 13 patients suffering from cutaneous and nail psoriasis. The nails were randomized into two groups. Group A was treated with Nd: YAG laser once monthly for three sessions while group B served as control. Assessment took place at baseline, 1 and 3 months after the last treatment session. For scoring, the 32-points target NAPSI scoring systems was used. Additionally, two blinded dermatologists' score of improvement, patients' pain assessment by visual analogue score and ultrasonographic assessment were all performed.At the end of follow up, the medians of tNAPSI score, plate definition, matrix thickness, bed thickness and bed vascularity decreased significantly in the Nd: YAG laser treated group in comparison to baseline (p = 0.001, 0.006, 0.039, < 0.001 and 0.010, respectively). While, there was a non-significant reduction in median tNAPSI score in the control group at last follow up, however, ultrasonography recorded a significant reduction in the medians of plate definition, bed thickness and vascularity (p = 0.002, 0.011 and 0.033, respectively) from the baseline. Comparison of the Nd: YAG laser and the control groups showed no significant difference from baseline regarding the medians of tNAPSI, tNAPSI percentile improvement, pits count, blinded evaluation of photographs and ultrasonographic assessments.In conclusion, Nd: YAG laser showed clinical and ultrasonographic improvement in fingernail psoriasis. Ultrasonography is a useful noninvasive tool in diagnosing and monitoring the clinical and even the subclinical changes in nail psoriasis. Nail psoriasis although difficult to treat, may show spontaneous improvement.
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- Mohamed Ahmed Salem El-Basiony
- Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Medical Research and Clinical Studies Institute, National Research Centre, Giza, Egypt
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- Dermatology Unit, Department of Medical Applications of Lasers, National Institute of Laser Enhanced Sciences, Cairo University, Giza, Egypt
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- Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Medical Research and Clinical Studies Institute, National Research Centre, Giza, Egypt
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- Department of Internal Medicine and Rheumatology, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University, Giza, Egypt
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- Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Medical Research and Clinical Studies Institute, National Research Centre, Giza, Egypt
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- Department of Dermatology, Kasr Al-Ainy Psoriasis Unit, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University, Giza, Egypt.
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- Dermatology Unit, Department of Medical Applications of Lasers, National Institute of Laser Enhanced Sciences, Cairo University, Giza, Egypt
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Morsy EE, Mohamed R, Omar SI. Intense pulsed light versus pulsed dye laser in the treatment of nail psoriasis: Intra-patient left to right comparative controlled study. Indian J Dermatol Venereol Leprol 2024; 0:1-9. [PMID: 38841963 DOI: 10.25259/ijdvl_429_2023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/23/2023] [Accepted: 09/16/2023] [Indexed: 06/07/2024]
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Background Until now, the management of psoriatic nails has not been satisfactory. Pulsed dye laser (PDL) as well as intense pulsed light (IPL) have been evaluated separately for the management of psoriatic nails and proved to be effective. Aim This study aimed to measure and compare the usefulness as well as the safety of intense pulsed light versus pulsed dye laser for the management of psoriatic nails. Methods The psoriatic fingernails of 20 patients were managed using intense pulsed light on one hand and pulsed dye laser on the other. Two to three psoriatic nails were left without treatment as controls. The therapeutic sessions were conducted monthly for a period of 6 months. Evaluation of the clinical outcomes was assessed by a blinded dermatologist depending on the total, nail bed, nail matrix, modified and target NAPSI scores. Patient global assessment, in addition to Nail Psoriasis Quality of Life (NPQL10), was performed to assess the response to the therapy. Results A significant reduction in the total, target and modified NAPSI scores from baseline to the end of the study was detected, but no significant differences were detected between the two treatments. The responses of the nail matrix and bed lesions to both modalities were nearly the same. All patients stated that the two devices were efficient and improved their quality of life. The intense pulsed light treatment was more painful. Complete clearance of nail lesions was not obtained. Limitations Lack of long-term follow-up of cases and preset laser parameters were the major limitations of this study. Conclusion Intense pulsed light, like pulsed dye laser, is safe and efficient in treating nail psoriasis; however, the former is more painful. Dermoscopy had an additive function in analysing the response of nail psoriasis to therapy.
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- Eman El Morsy
- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Andrology, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Andrology, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Andrology, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt
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Wu Y, Sun L. Clinical value of dermoscopy in psoriasis. J Cosmet Dermatol 2024; 23:370-381. [PMID: 37710414 DOI: 10.1111/jocd.15926] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/06/2023] [Accepted: 06/25/2023] [Indexed: 09/16/2023]
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BACKGROUND Dermoscopy is a noninvasive technique that has attracted increasing attention in the field of inflammatory skin diseases (such as psoriasis) in recent years. OBJECTIVE This study aimed to provide an up-to-date overview of the role of dermoscopy in the diagnosis and extra-diagnosis of psoriasis. METHODS This study sought to review the published literature regarding use of dermoscopy in the evaluation of psoriasis. RESULTS The diagnostic value of dermoscopy in psoriasis vulgaris, nail psoriasis, and other types of psoriasis was summarized from the aspects of vascular pattern, scale pattern, and other features. Meanwhile, the application value of dermoscopy in the differential diagnosis, efficacy and severity assessment, prediction and monitoring of psoriasis was discussed. CONCLUSION Dermoscopy has good clinical value in the diagnosis and differential diagnosis of psoriasis and shows great prospects for severity assessment and efficacy prediction monitoring.
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- Yifeng Wu
- Beijing Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
- Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, China
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- Beijing Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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Ortner VK, Mandel VD, Bertugno S, Philipsen PA, Haedersdal M. Imaging of the Nail Unit in Psoriatic Patients - a Systematic Scoping Review of Techniques and Terminology. Exp Dermatol 2022; 31:828-840. [PMID: 35353919 PMCID: PMC9323418 DOI: 10.1111/exd.14572] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/11/2021] [Revised: 03/14/2022] [Accepted: 03/26/2022] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Background The growing interest in the visualization of psoriatic nail unit changes has led to the discovery of an abundance of image characteristics across various modalities. Objective To identify techniques for non‐invasive imaging of nail unit structures in psoriatic patients and review extracted image features to unify the diverse terminology. Methods For this systematic scoping review, we included studies available on PubMed and Embase, independently extracted image characteristics, and semantically grouped the identified features to suggest a preferred terminology for each technique. Results After screening 753 studies, 67 articles on the visualization of clinical and subclinical psoriatic changes in the nail plate, matrix, bed, folds and hyponychium were included. We identified 4 optical and 3 radiological imaging techniques for the assessment of surface (dermoscopy [n = 16], capillaroscopy [n = 12]), sub‐surface (ultrasound imaging [n = 36], optical coherence tomography [n = 4], fluorescence optical imaging [n = 3]), and deep‐seated psoriatic changes (magnetic resonance imaging [n = 2], positron emission tomography‐computed tomography [n = 1]). By condensing 244 image feature descriptions into a glossary of 82 terms, overall redundancy was cut by 66.4% (37.5%–77.1%). More than 75% of these image features provide additional disease‐relevant information that is not captured using conventional clinical assessment scales. Conclusions This review has identified, unified, and contextualized image features and related terminology for non‐invasive imaging of the nail unit in patients with psoriatic conditions. The suggested glossary could facilitate the integrative use of non‐invasive imaging techniques for the detailed examination of psoriatic nail unit structures in research and clinical practice.
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- V K Ortner
- Department of Dermatology, Copenhagen University Hospital, Bispebjerg and Frederiskberg, Denmark
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- Dermatology Unit, Surgical, Medical and Dental Department of Morphological Sciences Related to Transplant, Oncology and Regenerative Medicine, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy.,Porphyria and Rare Diseases Unit, San Gallicano Dermatological Institute - IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Radiology Unit, Bernardino Ramazzini Hospital, Carpi, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, Copenhagen University Hospital, Bispebjerg and Frederiskberg, Denmark
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- Department of Dermatology, Copenhagen University Hospital, Bispebjerg and Frederiskberg, Denmark
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Liu J, Han C, Feng X, Liang J, Qu Y. Effective Picosecond Nd:YAG laser on seborrheic dermatitis and its mechanism. J Cosmet Dermatol 2021; 21:2449-2457. [PMID: 34496116 DOI: 10.1111/jocd.14414] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2021] [Accepted: 08/16/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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BACKGROUND The Picosecond Nd:YAG laser has advantages in skin rejuvenation, which has little damage to surrounding tissues due to the ultra-short pulse width. We perform clinical application of Picosecond Nd:YAG laser's tender skin mode, which could improve the seborrheic dermatitis. MATERIALS AND METHODS Sixty-three subjects with facial seborrheic dermatitis are randomized to be control and observation groups. Records regarding skin subjective improvement, skin barrier function-related data, skin microbial status, and dermoscopy detection of the two patient groups before and after treatments are investigated. RESULTS Improvements of erythema and scales in observation group are significant compared with controls (p < 0.05). In terms of skin barrier function, there are significant changes regarding transepidermal water loss and epidermal seborrhea content in observation group after the laser treatments. Skin microbial state, pityrosporum furfur, and Demodex significantly decrement in observation group. Microscopical findings of infiltration mode advise that scales and capillary congestion and dilatation are significantly improved in observation group. Compared with controls, epidermal gloss increases, pore fineness improves, and capillary density decreases in the observation group. CONCLUSIONS Picosecond Nd:YAG laser could efficiently decrease erythema area and seborrheic dermatitis scales and reduce pruritus incidence. The sebaceous gland secretion of seborrhea and multiplying of epidermal parasitic microbiological are inhibited after laser treatment. Less epidermal seborrhea content and inflammation are induced by parasitic microbiology, which is helpful for skin barrier function and microvascular remodeling.
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- Junru Liu
- Department of Dermatology, Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital Laishan Branch, Yantai, Shandong, China
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- Department of Dermatology, Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital, Yantai, Shandong, China
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- Department of Dermatology, Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital, Yantai, Shandong, China
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- Department of Dermatology, Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital, Yantai, Shandong, China
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- Department of Dermatology, The Affiliated Hospital of Weifang Medical University, Weifang, Shandong, China
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Sun P, Lu X, Zhang H, Hu Z. The Efficacy of Drug Injection in the Treatment of Pathological Scar: A Network Meta-analysis. Aesthetic Plast Surg 2021; 45:791-805. [PMID: 31853608 DOI: 10.1007/s00266-019-01570-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/29/2019] [Accepted: 12/01/2019] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND Pathological scars mainly include hyperplastic scars and keloids, and there is no uniform treatment standard for the treatment of pathological scar in clinic now. Drug injection in the treatment of pathological scar is widely used because of its advantages of less trauma and simple operation. Therefore, we used a network meta-analysis to compare the curative effect of four kinds of drugs which are commonly used in the treatment of pathological scar such as botulinum toxin type A, corticosteroids (including diprospan and triamcinolone acetonide (TAC)), verapamil and 5-fluorouracil (5-FU), systematically. It is hoped that our study will provide evidence for the choice of drugs in the treatment of pathological scar by injection. METHODS Relevant articles from Wanfang, VIP, CNKI, PubMed, Cochrane Library and Embase databases were extracted by us. They were included into a network meta-analysis to compare the four kinds of drugs which are commonly used in the treatment of pathological scar. RESULTS The network meta-analysis included a total of 1513 patients from 23 studies. Through meta-analysis, we found that the efficacy of botulinum toxin type A combined with corticosteroid drugs was best in the treatment of pathological scar by injection. There was no significant difference between botulinum toxin type A, corticosteroids combined with 5 Fu, verapamil and 5-FU. The efficacy of corticosteroids combined with 5-FU was better than that of corticosteroids alone and verapamil alone, but there was no significant difference between them and 5-FU. Further, the order of efficacy predicted by the SUCRA curve was as follows: botulinum toxin type A combined with corticosteroids > corticosteroids combined with 5-FU > botulinum toxin type A > corticosteroids > 5-FU > verapamil. Moreover, no publication bias was found in the funnel diagram. CONCLUSION In the injection treatment of pathological scar, we recommend the combined injection of two drugs, especially botulinum toxin type A combined with corticosteroids. The effective treatment of botulinum toxin type A combined with corticosteroids in the treatment of pathological scar is as follows: Patients were treated once monthly with intralesional injection of TAC (0.1 ml/cm3) mixed with botulinum toxin type A (2.5 IU/cm3) for a total of 3 treatments. However, there are still limitations in this network meta-analysis, and its conclusion still needs to be further confirmed by more randomized controlled trials. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE III This journal requires that authors assign a level of evidence to each article. For a full description of these Evidence-Based Medicine ratings, please refer to the Table of Contents or the online Instructions to Authors www.springer.com/00266 .
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- Pengfei Sun
- Department of Plastic Surgery, Zibo Central Hospital, No. 54 The Communist Youth League Road, Zibo, Shandong Province, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Plastic Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Weifang Medical University, No. 2428 Yuhe Road, Weifang, Shandong Province, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Plastic Surgery, Zibo Central Hospital, No. 54 The Communist Youth League Road, Zibo, Shandong Province, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Plastic Surgery, Qilu Hospital of Shandong University, Jinan, People's Republic of China.
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Hesham Ali Elwan Y, Abdel Azim A, Starace M, Shawky Abd Elhafiz H. Nd:YAG Laser in the Treatment of Nail Psoriasis: Clinical and Dermoscopic Assessment. Dermatol Pract Concept 2021; 11:e2021140. [PMID: 33747634 DOI: 10.5826/dpc.1102a140] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 09/02/2020] [Indexed: 10/31/2022] Open
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Background The Nd:YAG laser has emerged as a promising modality for the management of nail psoriasis owing to its ability for deep penetration of the skin surface, which has the advantage of destroying deep vessels. Objective To assess the efficacy and safety of Nd:YAG laser in treating nail psoriasis. Methods The present study was a randomized controlled study, conducted on 20 patients of both sexes (age older than 12 years) with mild to moderate psoriasis with nail involvement. We utilized facial telangiectasia parameters of Nd:YAG laser and beam diameter of 2.5 mm. Laser energy started with 110 J/cm2 in the first session and 130 J/cm2 in the rest of the sessions. Sessions were performed once monthly for up to 6 sessions. Results We found no statistically significant difference in total Nail Psoriasis Severity Index (NAPSI) and nail bed scores before and after treatment among the treated group. However, there was statistically significant improvement in nail matrix score after treatment. On the other hand, the control group did not show any statistically significant changes for all scores throughout the study, except for the nail matrix score mean difference (0.35 ± 1.23 vs -1.00 ± 1.86 in the treated group). The degree of dermoscopic improvement was evident in the treated group (45% vs 25% in the control group). However, it was not statistically significant because of small sample size. The patients' satisfaction and the external investigator's assessment showed statistically significant negative correlation with total NAPSI mean difference in the treated group. Conclusion The role of Nd:YAG laser in nail psoriasis is still controversial.
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- Department of Dermatology and Venerology, Al Azhar University for Girls in Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Experimental, Diagnostic and Specialty Medicine-Division of Dermatology, University of Bologna, Italy
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Kołt-Kamińska M, Żychowska M, Reich A. Treatment of Mild-to-Moderate Plaque Psoriasis with a New 650-Microsecond 1064-nm Nd:YAG Laser: Clinical and Dermoscopic Assessment. Dermatol Ther (Heidelb) 2021; 11:449-464. [PMID: 33464472 PMCID: PMC8019005 DOI: 10.1007/s13555-021-00486-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2020] [Accepted: 01/09/2021] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION About 70-80% of patients with psoriasis suffer from mild disease, and new modalities of topical treatment are urgently needed. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of 650-microsecond 1064-nm Nd:YAG laser in the therapy of psoriatic plaques and assess the utility of dermoscopy in predicting treatment response. METHODS Ten patients (mean age 37.4 ± 16.2 years) with stable plaque-type psoriasis were enrolled. The microsecond Nd:YAG laser treatment was applied to representative plaques on day 0, 7, 14, and 21. Clinical and dermoscopic photographs were performed at each session and follow-up visit (day 28). The disease severity was assessed using modified Psoriasis Area and Severity Index (mPASI) and Investigator Global Assessment (IGA). Patients were asked to rate the intensity of subjective symptoms, tolerability, and final outcome of the treatment. RESULTS Significant improvement of all mPASI components was observed, although the maximal mean reduction of total mPASI was only 30.3%. At baseline, three patients were assessed as "moderate" and seven as "mild" according to IGA, while on day 28, eight patients were scored as "mild" and two as "almost clear." Complete resolution of itching was achieved in all patients. Local adverse reactions were also observed, which resulted in moderate tolerance of treatment in four patients. Three participants reported marked improvement on day 28, although 30% of patients observed no benefit. All subjects with dotted vessels, linear vessels, or hemorrhagic spots under dermoscopy at baseline reported some improvement after laser therapy. Three out of six patients with globular vessels were unresponsive to Nd:YAG laser. CONCLUSIONS Microsecond Nd:YAG laser treatment may provide some improvement of psoriatic plaques, but its routine applicability seems to be limited due to ambiguous efficacy and local adverse reactions. Dermoscopy may be useful in identifying patients who will benefit from the procedure.
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- Marta Kołt-Kamińska
- Department of Dermatology, Institute of Medical Sciences, Medical College of Rzeszow University, Rzeszow, Poland
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- Department of Dermatology, Institute of Medical Sciences, Medical College of Rzeszow University, Rzeszow, Poland
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- Department of Dermatology, Institute of Medical Sciences, Medical College of Rzeszow University, Rzeszow, Poland.
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