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GlossaryNarrowband UVB (Narrowband UVB Phototherapy)

specific UVB light therapy for treating skin conditions

Narrowband UVB (NB-UVB) refers to a specific type of ultraviolet light therapy that uses a narrow range of UVB wavelengths, typically around 311-313 nanometers. This treatment is commonly used to manage skin conditions such as psoriasis, vitiligo, and certain types of eczema, as it can reduce inflammation and promote repigmentation with fewer side effects compared to broadband UVB therapy.

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Clinical, Dermoscopic and In-Vivo Reflectance Confocal Microscopy Evaluation of a Case of Graham Little-Piccardi-Lassueur Syndrome Successfully Treated with Narrowband-UVB Phototherapy

research Clinical, Dermoscopic and In-Vivo Reflectance Confocal Microscopy Evaluation of a Case of Graham Little-Piccardi-Lassueur Syndrome Successfully Treated with Narrowband-UVB Phototherapy

2 citations, June 2020 in “Dermatology and therapy”

Narrowband-UVB phototherapy successfully treated a rare case of Graham Little-Piccardi-Lassueur syndrome.

research Narrowband Ultraviolet B Phototherapy for Alopecia Areata

37 citations, November 2011 in “Photodermatology Photoimmunology & Photomedicine”

Narrowband UVB phototherapy alone is not very effective for treating alopecia areata.

research Ichthyosis Linearis Circumflexa in a Child: Response to Narrowband UVB Therapy

9 citations, December 2015 in “Journal of Dermatological Case Reports”

Narrowband UVB therapy significantly improved a child's rare skin condition.

research Retinoids and Phototherapy for Psoriasis

7 citations, August 2009 in “The Journal of Rheumatology Supplement”

Retinoids and narrowband UVB phototherapy are effective for treating psoriasis and can reduce treatment time when used together.

research Topical Calcipotriol vs Narrowband Ultraviolet B in Treatment of Alopecia Areata: A Randomized-Controlled Trial

9 citations, June 2019 in “Archives of Dermatological Research”

Both topical calcipotriol and narrowband UVB improved alopecia, but combining them didn't enhance the effect on hair loss severity, despite higher vitamin D3 levels.

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