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DERMATOLOGIC CLINICS
Volume 38, Issue 1, Pages 109-+Publisher
W B SAUNDERS CO-ELSEVIER INC
DOI: 10.1016/j.det.2019.09.001
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Home-based phototherapy; Narrowband ultraviolet B; Psoriasis; Eczema; Vitiligo; Tanning beds
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Phototherapy is an effective treatment for multiple dermatoses. However, patient inconvenience and poor access to office-based phototherapy may jeopardize adherence and treatment outcome. Home phototherapy offers a convenient, accessible, and effective therapy. We describe the history of home phototherapy, the devices available, and associated costs. A literature review used PubMed. Keywords included: home phototherapy, tanning beds, narrowband ultraviolet B. In a randomized control trial, home phototherapy had similar efficacy to office-based phototherapy. Home phototherapy is associated with significant cost savings treatment and increased adherence. Home phototherapy should be considered for its economic value, good tolerability, adherence, and efficacy.
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