title: Low-Molecular-Weight Heparins as Immunomodulators in Dermatology Practice.
abstract: Low-molecular-weight heparins (LMWHs) have some effects on cell proliferation and inflammation beyond mere anticoagulation. They have been tried on treatment of a few dermatological disorders such as lichen planus, skin wound healing, recurrent aphtous stomatitis, chronic urticaria, and contact hypersensitivity. LMWHs are generally well-tolerated drugs, rarely can lead to severe reactions. In this article, we will review the novel indications of LMWHs in dermatology practice and common skin reactions associated with their use.
authors: Department of Dermatology, School of Medicine, Sakarya University, Sakarya, Turkey.
authors: Berna
authors: B
authors: Solak
mesh_terms: D000925:Anticoagulants / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D001183:Arthus Reaction / Q000139:chemically induced; D002908:Chronic Disease; D003880:Dermatology; D003875:Drug Eruptions / Q000209:etiology; D016523:Foot Ulcer / Q000188:drug therapy; D006495:Heparin, Low-Molecular-Weight / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D006801:Humans; D007155:Immunologic Factors / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D008010:Lichen Planus / Q000188:drug therapy; D009336:Necrosis / Q000139:chemically induced; D012871:Skin Diseases / Q000139:chemically induced / Q000188:drug therapy*; D016038:Skin Transplantation; D014581:Urticaria / Q000188:drug therapy; D014945:Wound Healing
chemical_list: D000925:Anticoagulants; D006495:Heparin, Low-Molecular-Weight; D007155:Immunologic Factors