A novel skin cream containing a mixture of human growth factors and cytokines for the treatment of adverse events associated with photodynamic therapy
Gold, M.H.; Biron, J.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology Jdd 5(8): 796-798
2006
ISSN/ISBN: 1545-9616 PMID: 16989195 Document Number: 8146
Photodynamic therapy (PDT) with topical 5-aminolevulinic acid (ALA) is becoming a more popular dermatologic procedure. Newer protocols have virtually eliminated any associated untoward effects. Phototoxicity, although rare, can still occur and requires aggressive post-therapy care. Recently, a new biorestorative skin care cream, containing human growth factors and cytokines, was used to treat 2 severe cases of PDT-associated phototoxicity. This paper describes 2 case reports of severe phototoxicity following ALA-PDT treatments. The novel skin care cream was utilized in both cases phototoxicity. Complete resolution of the phototoxic reaction was seen, leaving both patients with normal skin texture and tone. This novel skin care cream may prove useful in wound healing following treatment with lasers and light sources or dermatologic surgery.
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