Treatments for Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp: A Systematic Review and Treatment Algorithm

Autor: Rahul Masson, Charlotte Y. Jeong, Elaine Ma, Ashley B. Crew, Natalie M. Fragoso, Vivian Y. Shi, Jennifer L. Hsiao
Jazyk: angličtina
Rok vydání: 2023
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Zdroj: Dermatology and Therapy, Vol 13, Iss 11, Pp 2487-2526 (2023)
Druh dokumentu: article
ISSN: 2193-8210
2190-9172
DOI: 10.1007/s13555-023-01018-7
Popis: Abstract Background Dissecting cellulitis of the scalp (DCS) is a chronic inflammatory skin condition characterized by abscesses, nodules, fistulas, and scarring alopecia. Management of this oftentimes debilitating dermatosis can be challenging due to its recalcitrant nature. There is limited data regarding the efficacy of treatment options for DCS. Objective The aim of this study was to conduct a systematic review of the literature to explore the efficacy and safety of reported DCS treatments. Methods In October 2022, MEDLINE and EMBASE databases were searched for articles on treatments for DCS. Studies that contained outcome efficacy data for DCS treatments were included. Reviews, conference abstracts, meta-analyses, commentaries, non-relevant articles, and articles with no full-text available were excluded. Data extraction was performed by two independent reviewers. Results A total of 110 relevant articles with 417 patients were identified. A majority of studies (86.4%) were case reports or series. Treatment options included systemic antibiotics, oral retinoids, biologics, procedural treatments, combination agents, and topical treatments. Oral retinoids and photodynamic therapy were the most extensively studied medical and procedural interventions, respectively. Conclusion Overall, randomized controlled trials are needed to evaluate various treatment regimens for DCS and provide patients with a robust, evidence-based approach to therapy.
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