Effective treatment of scalp psoriasis using the excimer (308 nm) laser.

Background: Psoriasis of the scalp can be a major therapeutic challenge as response to topical medication is often inadequate. The excimer laser has potential for providing local phototherapy as its high irradiance makes treatment at this site a practical option.

Objectives: To analyze retrospectively results of treating scalp psoriasis with the excimer (308 nm) laser.