Hailey-Hailey disease improved by fractional CO2 laser.

Abstract

Hailey-Hailey disease (HHD), also known as benign familial pemphigus, is an autosomal dominant skin condition that affects the adhesion of epidermal keratinocytes. Although the initial manifestation of flaccid vesicles on erythematous or normal skin in flexure sites frequently goes unnoticed, large, macerated, exudative plaques of superficial erosions with crusting are observed at the time of diagnosis. There is no specific treatment for HHD, and most cases are symptomatically supported. However, infrared laser ablation has been somewhat helpful. We present a case successfully treated with fractional CO2 laser showing a long-term favourable outcome and no adverse effects. Thus, this modality could be an alternative to full ablation for this condition.

• Authors: Andres Eduardo Campuzano-García, Bertha Torres-Alvarez, Diana Hernández-Blanco, Juan Pablo Castanedo-Cázares
• Journal: Journal of cosmetic and laser therapy : official publication of the European Society for Laser Dermatology (J Cosmet Laser Ther) Vol. 17 Issue 4 Pg. 213-5 ( 2015) ISSN: 1476-4180 [Electronic] England
• PMID: 25602185 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)

Topics

• Adult
• Cosmetic Techniques
• Female
• Humans
• Lasers, Gas (therapeutic use)
• Low-Level Light Therapy (methods)
• Pemphigus, Benign Familial (radiotherapy)