Comparison Of Outcome Of Treatment OF Topical 15%TCA VS Topical 0.05% Tretinoin In Treatment Of Acanthosis Nigricans

Summary

Acanthosis nigricans (AN) is a dermatosis with aesthetic implications and is characterized by the focal or diffuse development of a velvety, hyperpigmented cutaneous thickening in intertriginous areas. Trichloroacetic acid (TCA), a superficial chemical exfoliative agent has shown efficacy in treating acanthosis nigricans. Data from this would help in establishing it as a treatment of choice thereby lead to reduction in cost and benefit the patient both financially and psychologically.

Timeline

Start

2022-08-01

Primary completion

2023-06-20

Completion

2023-06-20

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