Lichen planus responding to efalizumab - 12/08/11
Doi : 10.1016/j.jaad.2006.10.957
Reprint requests: Markus Böhm, MD, Department of Dermatology, University of Münster, Von Esmarch-Str. 58, D-48149 Münster, Germany.Münster, Germany
Abstract |
Lichen planus (LP) is a common inflammatory skin disorder of unknown origin. When generalized and relapsing, treatment of LP can be a challenge. We present a patient with widespread and relapsing generalized LP who was treated with efalizumab for 3 months. Both pruritus and the skin lesions responded promptly to this biologic. In accordance with the previously reported efficacy in oral erosive LP, efalizumab may be a promising novel future treatment option for patients with cutaneous LP.
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Vol 56 - N° 5S
P. S92-S93 - maggio 2007 Ritorno al numero
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