A systematic review of treatments for hidradenitis suppurativa.

Abstract

Shown to be effective treatments for HS were a clindamycin-rifampin combination regimen, a course of infliximab, monthly Nd:YAG laser sessions, and surgical excision and primary closure with a gentamicin sulfate-collagen sponge.

Most therapies used to treat HS were supported by limited or weak scientific evidence. A treatment approach is presented based on the evidence and on clinical experience at the Follicular Disorders Clinic, Department of Dermatology, Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, Michigan. This review emphasizes the need for large randomized controlled trials to evaluate treatment options for HS.

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Publication date

2012-04-17

Journal

Archives of dermatology
Arch Dermatol (1538-3652)

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Language

Eng.

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Archives of dermatology

Follicular Disorders Clinic, Department of Dermatology, Henry Ford Hospital, 3031 W Grand Blvd, Detroit, MI 48202, USA.

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Arch Dermatol. 2012 Apr;148(4):439-46