Publications by authors named "Maria J Naranjo-Diaz"

Lichen sclerosus (LS) is a chronic inflammatory condition predominantly affecting the anogenital region of postmenopausal women. It is associated with considerable aesthetic and functional impairments and an increased risk of squamous cell carcinoma. While high-potency topical corticosteroids remain the cornerstone of treatment, therapeutic options for patients with refractory LS are scarce.

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Lichen sclerosus (LS) is a chronic inflammatory disease that mainly affects the anogenital area, with a higher incidence in post-menopausal women. In the long term, it can lead to loss of vulvar architecture or progress to squamous cell carcinoma. The evidence-based treatment involves high-potency topical corticosteroids in long regimens.

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Article Synopsis
  • Actinic cheilitis (AC) is a long-term lip inflammation linked to a higher risk of developing lip squamous cell carcinoma (SCC), and the effectiveness of laser treatment for AC has not been thoroughly reviewed.
  • A systematic search identified 20 studies involving 512 patients, showing that laser therapy achieved complete clearance of AC in 92.5% of cases, with a low recurrence rate and minimal occurrences of malignant transformation to SCC.
  • Overall, the research suggests that laser therapy is an effective and safe treatment option for actinic cheilitis, yielding excellent cosmetic results and high patient satisfaction.
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