Chinese Journal of Dermatology ›› 2022, Vol. 55 ›› Issue (11): 956-961.doi: 10.35541/cjd.20220423

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Clinical application of ultraviolet A1 in dermatology: an expert consensus statement (2022)

Dermatology Professional Committee of Chinese Research Hospital Society; China Dermatologist Association   

  1. Dermatology Professional Committee of Chinese Research Hospital Society; China Dermatologist Association
  • Received:2022-06-13 Revised:2022-08-21 Online:2022-11-15 Published:2022-11-03
  • Contact: Gu Heng; Chen Kun E-mail:guheng@aliyun.com; Kunchen181@aliyun.com

Abstract: 【Abstract】 Ultraviolet A1 (UVA1) has been proven to be useful in the treatment of a lot of dermatoses. UVA1 not only has stronger penetrativity than ultraviolet B (UVB) does, but also has no adverse effects such as phototoxic reactions compared with psoralen plus ultraviolet A radiation (PUVA), which provides a new therapy for localized scleroderma, atopic dermatitis, mycosis fungoides, etc. In order to ensure the efficacy and safety of UVA1 phototherapy, relevant experts developed this consensus after full discussions based on clinical research data and experience. The consensus elaborates on the spectral characteristics, mechanisms of action, indications and contraindications, treatment regimens of, as well as adverse reactions induced by UVA1 phototherapy, providing guidance for dermatologists in clinical practice.

Key words: Ultraviolet therapy, Skin diseases, Therapeutic uses, Scleroderma, localized, Dermatitis, atopic, Mycosis fungoides, UVA1, Expert consensus