[The role of biological agents in dermatology]

Ann Acad Med Stetin. 2007;53(2):8-13; discussion 13.
[Article in Polish]

Abstract

Biological agents belong to a novel therapy method. Their immunomodulatory activity is used in treating some of the severe and chronic skin diseases. This paper presents the structure and activity of biological agents, enumerates preparations most commonly used in dermatology, their side effects and contraindications.

Publication types

  • English Abstract
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Biological Factors / therapeutic use*
  • Biological Products / therapeutic use*
  • Dermatologic Agents / therapeutic use*
  • Humans
  • Skin Diseases / drug therapy
  • Skin Diseases / therapy*
  • T-Lymphocytes / drug effects

Substances

  • Biological Factors
  • Biological Products
  • Dermatologic Agents