Cannabinoids in dermatologic surgery.

J Am Acad Dermatol

Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia; Department of Dermatology, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia; Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia; Atlanta VA Health System, Decatur, Georgia. Electronic address:

Published: December 2021

Though known as a medicinal herb for centuries, the recent legalization of cannabinoids across many states has ushered in a new era where cannabinoids have become a popular treatment option among clinicians and patients alike. Cannabinoids have demonstrated efficacy in wound healing, reducing inflammation, ameliorating pain, and have shown potential as an antitumor agent. As a result, cannabinoids have been rapidly woven into the fabric of modern medicine. However, the utility of cannabinoids in dermatologic surgery has not been explored to date. In this article, we review the current literature to discuss the potential impact of cannabinoid use in dermatologic surgery.

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