A multidisciplinary approach to evaluation and treatment of atopic dermatitis

作者：Boguniewicz Mark^*; Nicol Noreen; Kelsay Kim; Leung Donald Y M

来源：Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery, 2008, 27(2): 115-127.

DOI：10.1016/j.sder.2008.05.001

Atopic dermatitis is a common, complex disease that frequently follows a chronic, relapsing course. The disease can impact the quality of life (QOL) of patients and families to a significant degree. Patients and caregivers may focus on unproven triggers at the expense of proper skin care. A multidisciplinary approach is needed to comprehensively evaluate triggers and response to treatment, address confounding factors including sleep disruption, and educate patients and caregivers.

• 出版日期2008-6