Therapeutic Use of Botulinum Neurotoxins in Dermatology: Systematic Review

    February 2021 in “ Toxins ”
    Emanuela Martina, Federico Diotallevi, Giulia Radi … Annamaria Offidani
    Studysummary This review concluded that botulinum toxins have various potential off-label uses for dermatological conditions, but further research is needed to fully establish their efficacy and safety in these applications.
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