Trichloroacetic Acid 15% Peel Alone versus in Combination with Microneedling in Patients with Acanthosis Nigricans.
J Clin Aesthet Dermatol
; 17(4): 28-32, 2024 Apr.
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ABSTRACT
Background:
Acanthosis nigricans is a common hyperpigmentation disorder with a profound aesthetic impact. The primary concern of most patients is the cosmetic improvement, that is way there is a continuous search for the most effective cosmetic therapeutic option.Methods:
40 acanthosis nigricans patients were included, lesions are split into equal halves; right side treated with TCA 15% peel and left side was treated with microneedling followed by TCA 15% peel, both sides were treated monthly for three months. Response to treatment was assessed by acanthosis nigricans grade improvement along with the percentage of improvement in texture and pigmentation individually.Results:
There was statistically significant improvement in acanthosis nigricans grade after treatment in both sides. The combination side showed more improvement in terms of texture and pigmentation.Conclusion:
Both TCA 15% alone or combined with microneedling were effective in improving acanthosis nigricans with superior results in combination modality.
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J Clin Aesthet Dermatol
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2024
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