The 308-nm excimer laser treatment does not increase the risk of skin cancer in patients with vitiligo: A population-based retrospective cohort study.

In conclusion, EL treatment would not increase the risks of premalignant skin lesions and skin cancers in patients with vitiligo. Based on our results, EL is likely to be a safe treatment option for patients with localized vitiligo. This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved. PMID: 30849210 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Pigment Cell and Melanoma Research - Category: Cytology Authors: Tags: Pigment Cell Melanoma Res Source Type: research