Abstract | BACKGROUND: OBJECTIVE: METHODS: RESULTS: Complete regression of diffuse melasma was observed in 6 of 20 patients (30%), a partial regression in 12 of 20 patients (60%), and no regression in 2 of 20 patients (10%) treated with 50% glycolic acid and 10% kojic acid. Complete regression of localized hyperpigmentations was observed in 8 of 20 patients (40%), a partial regression in 10 of 20 patients (50%), and no regression in 2 of 20 patients (10%) treated with 15-25% trichloroacetic acid. CONCLUSIONS: Based on our findings, both peelings can be considered effective in the treatment of cutaneous hyperpigmentations.
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Authors | C Cotellessa, K Peris, M T Onorati, M C Fargnoli, S Chimenti |
Journal | Dermatologic surgery : official publication for American Society for Dermatologic Surgery [et al.]
(Dermatol Surg)
Vol. 25
Issue 6
Pg. 450-4
(Jun 1999)
ISSN: 1076-0512 [Print] United States |
PMID | 10469091
(Publication Type: Clinical Trial, Journal Article)
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Chemical References |
- Caustics
- Glycolates
- Keratolytic Agents
- Pyrones
- glycolic acid
- Trichloroacetic Acid
- kojic acid
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Topics |
- Adult
- Caustics
(therapeutic use)
- Chemexfoliation
- Facial Dermatoses
(therapy)
- Female
- Glycolates
(therapeutic use)
- Humans
- Keratolytic Agents
(therapeutic use)
- Male
- Melanosis
(therapy)
- Middle Aged
- Pyrones
(therapeutic use)
- Remission Induction
- Trichloroacetic Acid
(therapeutic use)
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