Ultraviolet irradiation in systemic lupus erythematosus: friend or foe?
The long established notion that UV irradiation is always harmful to patients with systemic lupus erythematosus has been challenged by some recent reports of benefit using a form of phototherapy with UV-A1. In the review we discuss the different types of UV radiation, the links between certain forms of such radiation and clinical manifestations and consider the mechanisms involved.
Cohen
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MR
Bloomsbury Rheumatology Unit/Division of Rheumatology, Department of Medicine, University College, London.
Isenberg
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DA
D006801:Humans; D008180:Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic / Q000532:radiotherapy* / Q000628:therapy; D010787:Photosensitivity Disorders / Q000209:etiology; D010789:Phototherapy; D014466:Ultraviolet Rays / Q000009:adverse effects*; D014467:Ultraviolet Therapy