Journal of Clinical & Experimental Dermatology Research
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Gamal M El-Maghraby

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• Research Article
  Efficacy of Intradermal Injection of Tranexamic Acid, Topical Silymarin and Glycolic Acid Peeling in Treatment of Melasma: A Comparative Study
  Author(s): Nashwa Naeem Elfar and Gamal M El-Maghraby Nashwa Naeem Elfar and Gamal M El-Maghraby
  
  Background: Melasma is one of the most common causes of facial hyperpigmentation which causes cosmetic disfigurement and leads to psychological problems. Although various treatments are available for melasma, it remains a difficult condition to treat. Aim of the Work: to evaluate and compare the efficacy of intradermal injection of tranexamic acid, topical silymarin cream and glycolic acid peeling in treatment of melasma. Patients and Methods: Sixty female patients with melasma were divided into 3 groups: group A; 20 patients were treated with intradermal injection of tranexamic acid. Group B; 20 patients were treated with topical silymarin cream and group C; 20 patients were treated with glycolic acid peeling 50%. Dermoscopic examination and clinical assessment (according to the modified Melasma Area and Severity Index).. View More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2155-9554.1000280

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