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The current options in the management of actinic keratosis.

O Larkö

Abstract

Actinic keratosis is a precursor for squamous cell skin cancer. Hence, it is important to treat. For single actinic keratoses, cryo surgery is recommended. For widespread actinic keratoses, imiquimod, photodynamic therapy (PDT) or 5-FU may be used. ''One-shot'' treatments are advocated as prolonged treatment over several weeks probably diminishes patient compliance. Consequently, cryo surgery for single actinic keratoses and PDT for widespread actinic keratoses should primarily be recommended.

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Key concepts: Actinic keratoses, Actinic keratosis, Medicine, Dermatology, Imiquimod, Keratosis, Photodynamic therapy, Skin cancer