Aphthous ulcers associated with imiquimod and the treatment of actinic cheilitis - 21/08/11
Davis, Vallejo, San Francisco, and Loma Linda, California
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Our case series report is the first documented depiction of the appearance of aphthous ulcers secondary to imiquimod application. This case series presentation discusses the underlying pathophysiology of aphthous ulcer development and imiquimod therapy in terms of the stimulation of proinflammatory cytokines, such as tumor necrosis factor ⍺ (TNF-⍺). The literature review suggests more than just a mere coincidence for the development of aphthous ulcers subsequent to the treatment of actinic cheilitis with imiquimod application.
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This supplement is made possible through the generous support of Stiefel Laboratories for the American Academy of Dermatology. Funding sources: None. Conflicts of interest: None identified. |
Vol 52 - N° 2S
P. S35-S37 - février 2005 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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