Phototherapy and systemic treatments.

Hosp Med

Department of Dermatology, Medical School, University of Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne NE2 4HH.

Published: November 2002

A proportion of children and adults with moderate to severe atopic eczema are not adequately controlled with emollients and topical steroids, resulting in significant morbidity and disability. Studies indicate a significant placebo response, so randomized controlled trials of new treatments are vital. This article reviews the evidence for phototherapy and systemic treatments in atopic eczema.

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