Summary of actinic keratosis studies with imiquimod 5% cream.
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Abstract
Imiquimod is being investigated as a therapeutic option for the management of actinic keratosis. Three recent clinical trials have demonstrated a reasonable efficacy rate and high safety profile. 'Cycle' therapy may improve the safety profile while maintaining efficacy. 'Field' treatment with imiquimod may uncover and treat 'subclinical' actinic keratoses, which in turn may potentially result in fewer recurrences. Longer follow-up studies are required to investigate this possibility.
Medical subject headings
- Adjuvants, Immunologic
- Aminoquinolines
- Keratosis
- Ultraviolet Rays