Alitretinoin in the treatment of hand eczema

Abstract

Hand eczema is an umbrella term for dermatoses of different clinical sub-types involving the hands. It varies in severity from mild changes affecting a few fingers to a severe blistering, itchy eruption involving the entire hand.¹ Hand eczema has a major impact on earnings and quality of life, often resulting in repeated con-sultations, unemployment, time off work and interference with leisure activities.^2,3 Copyright © 2008 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.