THE ROLE OF PUVA THERAPY IN THE TREATMENT OF PSORIASIS

Authors

  • Azizbek Ruzalievich Kamalov Assistant Lecturer, Department of Infectious Diseases and Dermatovenereology Central Asian Medical University (CAMU) Fergana, Uzbekistan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55640/

Keywords:

psoriasis, PUVA therapy, phototherapy, psoralen, UVA, dermatology, immune modulation.

Abstract

Psoriasis is a chronic immune-mediated inflammatory skin disease characterized by keratinocyte hyperproliferation and dysregulated immune responses. Despite advances in biologic therapies, phototherapy remains an important treatment modality for moderate-to-severe psoriasis. PUVA therapy (psoralen plus ultraviolet A) is one of the most established photochemotherapy methods used in dermatological practice. It combines a photosensitizing agent (psoralen) with UVA radiation to induce anti-proliferative and immunomodulatory effects on psoriatic lesions. This article reviews the mechanisms of PUVA therapy, its clinical efficacy, indications, safety profile, and its role in modern psoriasis management.

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Published

2026-06-04

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Vol. 5 No. 6 (2026): Journal of Multidisciplinary Sciences and Innovations

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THE ROLE OF PUVA THERAPY IN THE TREATMENT OF PSORIASIS. (2026). Journal of Multidisciplinary Sciences and Innovations, 5(6), 95-98. https://doi.org/10.55640/

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