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Filter by:Vitiligo is an acquired disorder of the skin and mucous membranes characterized by well circumscribed depigmented macules and patches that occur secondary to selective destruction of melanocytes (Zhang et al., 2009). Generalized vitiligo is the most common clinical presentation and often involves the face and acral regions (Alikhan et al., 2011).
The study is an on-line survey posted on survey monkey that addresses some demographic and environmental issues that could potentially relate to vitiligo vulgaris onset or disease exacerbation.
Vitiligo vulgaris is an autoimmune disorder that causes loss of pigmentation over the skin, hair and mucous membranes (e.g. lips, nose, genitals). While genes have been identified that are thought to be required for development of vitiligo, only 5-10% of relatives develop disease. The triggers for disease onset have not yet been identified. The intent of this study is to research trends in laboratory data, social and medical history that may be contributory to vitiligo onset, location of disease, course of illness and response to therapy.
Vitiligo is a common hypopigmentation disorder with significant psychological impact if occurring before adulthood. One study investigating the use of Ginkgo biloba for the treatment of vitiligo in adults reports effectiveness, but has significant flaws. We endeavor to conduct an open label pilot clinical trial replicating the previous trial on 12 adolescents 12 to 18 years old. The purpose of the pilot is to test the feasibility of recruitment and patient retention, variability of outcome measures, and identify major safety concerns. The pilot will use 60 mg of standardized G. biloba two times per day (BID) for 12 weeks. The primary outcome will be the validated Vitiligo European Task Force (VETF) evaluation form, secondary outcomes will include the Vitiligo Area Scoring Index (VASI), assess repigmentation via photographs, and will monitor and report adverse reactions.
Patients with vitiligo vulgaris are treated with Pimecrolimus twice a day during 6 months. After a baseline visit, patient returns for a control visit after 3 and 6 months of treatment. One reference lesion is clinically evaluated with pictures.