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Novel prognostic factors and combination therapy outcomes in Morbihan disease: insights from an Asian population.

BMC Ophthalmol

November 2024

Department of Ophthalmology, Seoul St. Mary's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, #222 Banpo-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul, 06591, Korea.

Purpose: This study aimed to identify novel prognostic factors for Morbihan disease (MD) treatment outcomes and evaluate the efficacy of combination therapy in an Asian population, addressing the gaps in current understanding of this rare condition.

Methods: We conducted a retrospective analysis of MD patients diagnosed and treated at a tertiary hospital between 2017 and 2023. Patients received combinations of oral medications (tetracycline, isotretinoin, corticosteroids), topical treatments (tacrolimus, ivermectin), and intralesional steroid injections.

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  • A woman in her thirties diagnosed with Morbihan disease experienced limited improvement despite years of treatment.
  • The introduction of Baricitinib led to a better health outcome for her, marking a significant shift in her treatment approach.
  • This case report is the first to explore Baricitinib for Morbihan disease, aiming to open up new potential therapies for the condition.
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  • Morbihan's disease is a rare condition that leads to chronic swelling of the face, with unclear causes related to blood vessel and lymphatic system issues.
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