RASopathic Skin Eruptions During Vemurafenib Therapy
March 2013
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PLoS ONE
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vemurafenib V600 mutant BRAF inhibitor photosensitivity maculopapular exanthema pruritus folliculitis alopecia keratosis pilaris acanthopapilloma plantar hyperkeratosis keratoacanthoma squamous cell carcinoma melanoma UVA protection skin reactions itching hair loss skin thickening skin cancer sun protection
Studysummary In this study, vemurafenib was associated with a wide range of cutaneous side effects in patients with advanced melanoma, including photosensitivity and various skin and hair changes, necessitating regular dermatological management.
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