PUVA therapy: current concerns in Japan.

Abstract:

:Photochemotherapy using methoxsalen in combination with long-wave ultraviolet light (PUVA) is an essential modality in the treatment of various skin diseases. Major therapeutic regimens include oral, topical and water-delivery methods. An adequate regimen should be chosen regarding cases of disease, extent of involvement and the age of patients. In Japan, however, treatment techniques and protocols have not yet been standardized. PUVA therapy may be a first choice in the early stages of mycosis fungoides and a second choice or an adjunctive measure in other diseases, such as psoriasis, vitiligo and atopic dermatitis, which have been disabling or resistant to conventional treatments. Japanese guidelines for PUVA therapy of psoriasis are being prepared to be produced. Risks and benefits must be weighed and the patient orientation is necessary to complete the treatment and also to minimize side-effects. Although possible risks for skin cancers in Japanese patients have been reported to be much lower, a careful monitoring of the patient's skin changes is recommended. While action mechanisms are not completely understood, recent investigations suggest that both antiproliferative and immunomodulatory effects are involved. This review article deals with the recent progress in clinical and basic research on PUVA therapy, focusing on our current concerns.

journal_name

J Dermatol Sci

authors

Danno K

doi

10.1016/s0923-1811(98)00065-6

subject

Has Abstract

pub_date

1999-02-01 00:00:00

pages

89-105

issue

2

eissn

0923-1811

issn

1873-569X

pii

S0923181198000656

journal_volume

19

pub_type

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