The vitiligo working group recommendations for narrowband ultraviolet B light phototherapy treatment of vitiligo

Mohammad T, Al-Jamal M, Hamzavi I, Harris J, Leone G, Cabrera R, Lim H, Pandya A, Esmat S

Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. 2017;76(5):879-888.

Using light therapy to treat skin conditions, such as psoriasis, has become common practice. However, doctors have begun looking to expand the use of this technology by introducing the therapy option to patients with vitiligo. Based on research and analysis of data, professionals have started to recommend the administration of narrowband ultraviolet B phototherapy in vitiligo cases.