Comparison of the Outcome of Treatment of 15% Trichloroacetic Acid versus Topical 0.05% Tretinoin in the Treatment of Acanthosis Nigricans at Tertiary Care Hospital, Karachi
Khadijah Asadullah,
Rabia Ghafoor,
Nazia Jabeen
et al.
Abstract:Background: Acanthosis Nigricans (AN) is a dermatological condition characterized by hyperpigmented, velvety plaques, commonly linked with insulin resistance, obesity, and hormonal disorders. The treatment of AN primarily focuses on managing skin changes, with topical agents like trichloroacetic acid (TCA) and tretinoin being explored for their efficacy.
Objective: The study aimed to compare the effectiveness of 15% trichloroacetic acid and topical 0.05% tretinoin in the treatment of Acanthosis Nigricans, focu… Show more
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