Survey of Access to and Use of Narrowband UVB Phototherapy in Pediatric Vitiligo.

IF 1.2 4区医学 Q3 DERMATOLOGY

Pediatric Dermatology Pub Date : 2025-03-18 DOI:10.1111/pde.15937

Kristin A Tissera, Elena B Hawryluk, John Harris, Anna Cristina Garza-Mayers

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Abstract

This study sought to evaluate narrowband UVB phototherapy in pediatric vitiligo through an online patient and caregiver survey to better understand patient experiences and barriers to care in this population. In a survey of 111 respondents, 51.4% were offered nbUVB and 45.1% utilized nbUVB for treatment of vitiligo before age 18 years. The primary reasons for not pursuing nbUVB included it not being offered (36.1%), difficulty attending appointments (11.5%), and satisfaction with the current skin condition (11.5%). Our results suggest nbUVB may be underutilized in pediatric vitiligo; addressing obstacles to access is crucial for improving treatment outcomes and quality of life.

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Pediatric Dermatology 医学-皮肤病学

CiteScore

3.20

自引率

6.70%

发文量

269

审稿时长

1 months

期刊介绍： Pediatric Dermatology answers the need for new ideas and strategies for today''s pediatrician or dermatologist. As a teaching vehicle, the Journal is still unsurpassed and it will continue to present the latest on topics such as hemangiomas, atopic dermatitis, rare and unusual presentations of childhood diseases, neonatal medicine, and therapeutic advances. As important progress is made in any area involving infants and children, Pediatric Dermatology is there to publish the findings.