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Evaluation of Corneal and Tear Film Changes via Anterior Segment Optical Coherence Tomography Following Systemic Isotretinoin Therapy in Patients with Acne Vulgaris

  • By

  • Mohamed Salah El-Din Mahmoud

  • Hosny Ahmed Zein

  • Mustafa Mohamed Al-Anwar

  • Ahmed Maher Khalafallah

  • November 19, 2025

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Clinical Scorecard: Evaluation of Corneal and Tear Film Changes via Anterior Segment Optical Coherence Tomography Following Systemic Isotretinoin Therapy in Patients with Acne Vulgaris

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
Condition
Key Mechanisms
Target PopulationPatients aged 18 and older with severe cystic acne vulgaris unresponsive to other treatments, specifically detailing the severity.
Care Setting

Key Highlights

  • Add a highlight on the importance of monitoring ocular health during treatment.

Guideline-Based Recommendations

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      Risks

        Patient & Prescribing Data

        Isotretinoin dosage of 0.8 mg/kg daily is effective but requires monitoring for ocular side effects, with a specified treatment duration.

        Clinical Best Practices

        • Include patient education on recognizing ocular side effects.

        Related Resources & Content

        Original Source(s)

        Evaluation of Corneal and Tear Film Changes via Anterior Segment Optical Coherence Tomography Following Systemic Isotretinoin Therapy in Patients with Acne Vulgaris

        • by Mohamed Salah El-Din Mahmoud, Hosny Ahmed Zein, Mustafa Mohamed Al-Anwar, Ahmed Maher Khalafallah

        • November 19, 2025

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