Depigmentation Treatment for Vitiligo

The document discussed various depigmentation treatments for vitiligo, including topical bleaching creams, laser therapy, and cryotherapy. It highlighted that repigmentation often occurred in a perifollicular pattern due to the presence of melanocyte reservoirs around hair follicles. The presence of remaining pigmented areas could cause significant cosmetic issues, particularly on the face and hands. The document emphasized the importance of evaluating Koebner's phenomenon before starting treatment, as it could predict the success of laser and cryotherapy. It concluded that cryotherapy was the most cost-effective, rapid, and accessible depigmentation method, but it should be performed by an experienced physician or dermatologist.