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Isotretinoin and Timing of Procedural Interventions: Clinical Implications and Practical Points Publisher Pubmed



Hatami P1 ; Balighi K1, 2 ; Asl HN3 ; Goodarzi A4, 5 ; Aryanian Z1, 6
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Source: Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology Published:2023


Abstract

Background: For decades, the notion that elective surgeries and cutaneous procedures should be postponed for 6–12 months in patients on, or recently administered with isotretinoin, has been widely accepted. However, some recent studies showed the need for a change in this regard. Method: Here, we reviewed the existing data in this regard through searching on PubMed, Google Scholar, and Scopus. All of the relevant papers published in English, until October, 2022, which we could access to their full-texts, were included. Results: We found some recommendations made by plastic surgeons, dermatologists, ENT surgeons, ophthalmologists, orthopedic surgeons, and dentists regarding the correct timing of procedural interventions in patients on, or recently administered with isotretinoin and tried to summarize them to provide a practical guide for clinicians. Conclusion: Physicians may discuss with patients regarding the known risk of abnormal wound healing in the setting of systemic isotretinoin treatment and suggest that, when possible, surgical procedures be postponed until the activity of the retinoids has time to subside. It is even more important regarding patients with darker skin phototypes to follow an even more strict guideline. © 2023 The Authors. Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology published by Wiley Periodicals LLC.
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