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Journal of Clinical & Experimental Dermatology Research

Journal of Clinical & Experimental Dermatology Research
Open Access

ISSN: 2155-9554

+44 1478 350008

Federico Diotallevi

Department of Clinical and Molecular Sciences, Dermatological Clinic, Polytechnic University of Marche, Ancona, Italy

Publications
  • Research Article   
    Sequential Therapy of Common and Plantar Warts with Salicylic Acid after Cryotherapy versus Cryotherapy Alone: A Case-Control Study in 42 Subjects
    Author(s): Federico Diotallevi, Massimo Milani* and Anna Maria Offidani

    Background: Common Wart (CW; Verruca vulgaris) is a benign cutaneous virus infection caused by human papilloma virus commonly located in the palmar and plantar regions. Warts, especially located at pressure points, could be painful, but in general they are asymptomatic. Treatment is not always necessary but when multiple lesions, pain, immunosuppression and discomfort are present therapeutic intervention could be mandatory. Chemical or physical destructions are commonly used for the treatment of CW. Cryotherapy with liquid nitrogen is a common clinician-administered treatment. The most relevant drawbacks of this procedure are the pain associated with treatment, the need of several sessions and the recurrence of new lesion. Salicylic Acid (SA) applied under tape occlusion is a convenient, effective and safe therapy of CW, even if no effective as cr.. View More»
    DOI: 10.35841/2329-9509.22.13.617

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