Citation
Cn. Ellis et Kj. Krach, Uses and complications of isotretinoin therapy, J AM ACAD D, 45(5), 2001, pp. S150-S157
Citations number
113
Categorie Soggetti
Dermatology,"da verificare
Journal title
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF DERMATOLOGY
ISSN journal
01909622
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Volume
45
Issue
5
Year of publication
2001
Pages
S150 - S157
Database
ISI
SICI code
0190-9622(200111)45:5<S150:UACOIT>2.0.ZU;2-D
Abstract
Isotretinoin (13-cis-retinoic acid) is a retinoid that has been used over t
he past 2 decades to treat a wide variety of dermatologic conditions, some
with great success. Although it is beneficial in many skill conditions, the
side effects and toxicities of oral retinoids require careful monitoring b
y experienced physicians. The clinical applications of Oral retinoids conti
nue to expand both within and beyond the field of dermatology.