Journal article
Vulval lichen sclerosus: An Australasian management consensus
J Yeon, A Oakley, A Olsson, C Drummond, E Veysey, G Marshman, H Saunders, J Opie, J Bradford, J Cole, K DeAmbrosis, K Cook, L Pepall, LJ Eva, M Sladden, P Selva-Nayagam, R Phillips, S Ball, S Hill, T Bohl Show all
Australasian Journal of Dermatology | WILEY | Published : 2021
DOI: 10.1111/ajd.13594
Abstract
Background/Objectives: Vulval lichen sclerosus (VLS) is a chronic inflammatory skin condition predominantly affecting the anogenital region in women and children. To date, there is lack of agreement amongst experts on a severity scale to aid assessment, research and treatment stratification on VLS. Furthermore, literature on best practice for long-term management of VLS is lacking. The aim of this consensus is to provide broad guidelines on the short and long-term management of VLS. Methods: An initial focus group of Australasian experts in vulval dermatology developed a draft consensus statement for the management of VLS. Based on the results of the draft statement, a consensus panel of 22 ..
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