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ArticleAnnals of dermatology2025

Consensus-Based Guidelines for the Treatment of Atopic Dermatitis in Korea (Part I): Basic Therapy, Topical Therapy, and Conventional Systemic Therapy.

Hyun-Chang Ko, Yu Ri Woo, Joo Yeon Ko, Hye One Kim, Chan Ho Na, Youin Bae, Young-Joon Seo, Min Kyung Shin, Jiyoung Ahn, Bark-Lynn Lew and 12 more

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Article in Annals of dermatology, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 3 papers.

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

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22 authors.

Hyun-Chang Ko *Department of Dermatology, Pusan National University School of Medicine, Busan, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3459-5474
Yu Ri Woo *Department of Dermatology, Incheon St. Mary's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2903-9534
Joo Yeon KoDepartment of Dermatology, Hanyang University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4240-9675
Hye One KimDepartment of Dermatology, Hallym University Kangnam Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5846-0008
Chan Ho NaDepartment of Dermatology, Chosun University Medical School, Gwangju, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5259-5382
Youin BaeDepartment of Dermatology, Soonchunhyang University Seoul Hospital, Seoul, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3184-7960
Young-Joon SeoDepartment of Dermatology, Chungnam National University College of Medicine, Daejeon, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4955-590X
Min Kyung ShinDepartment of Dermatology, Kyung Hee University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9834-7931
Jiyoung AhnDepartment of Dermatology, National Medical Center, Seoul, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6766-9978
Bark-Lynn LewDepartment of Dermatology, Kyung Hee University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4443-4161
Dong Hun LeeDepartment of Dermatology, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2925-3074
Sang Eun LeeDepartment of Dermatology, Gangnam Severance Hospital, Cutaneous Biology Research Institute, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4720-9955
Sul Hee LeeDepartment of Dermatology, Soonchunhyang University Bucheon Hospital, Bucheon, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2990-9774
Yang Won LeeDepartment of Dermatology, Konkuk University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1268-1248
Ji Hyun LeeDepartment of Dermatology, Seoul St. Mary's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3671-502X
Yong Hyun JangDepartment of Dermatology, Kyungpook National University Hospital, School of Medicine, Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1706-007X
Jiehyun JeonDepartment of Dermatology, Korea University Guro Hospital, Korea University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2456-7573
Sun Young ChoiDepartment of Dermatology, Chung-Ang University Gwangmyeong Hospital, Chung-Ang University College of Medicine, Gwangmyeong, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0248-7708
Ju Hee HanDepartment of Dermatology, Seoul St. Mary's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3194-5202
Tae Young HanDepartment of Dermatology, Nowon Eulji Medical Center, Eulji University, Seoul, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0317-9635
Sang Wook SonDepartment of Dermatology, Korea University Ansan Hospital, Korea University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea. skin4u@korea.ac.kr.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3332-7056
Sang Hyun ChoDepartment of Dermatology, Incheon St. Mary's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea. drchos@yahoo.co.kr.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8289-1190

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundAtopic dermatitis (AD) is a common skin disease with a wide range of symptoms. Due to the rapidly changing treatment landscape, regular updates to clinical guidelines are needed.

objectiveThis study aimed to update the guidelines for the treatment of AD to reflect recent therapeutic advances and evidence-based practices.

methodsThe Patient characteristics, type of Intervention, Control, and Outcome framework was used to determine 48 questions related to AD management. Evidence was graded, recommendations were determined, and, after 2 voting rounds among the Korean Atopic Dermatitis Association (KADA) council members, consensus was achieved.

resultsThe guidelines provide detailed recommendations on foundational therapies, including the use of moisturizers, cleansing and bathing practices, allergen avoidance, and patient education. Guidance on topical therapies, such as topical corticosteroids and calcineurin inhibitors, is also provided to help manage inflammation and maintain skin barrier function in patients with AD. Additionally, recommendations on conventional systemic therapies, including corticosteroids, cyclosporine, and methotrexate, are provided for managing moderate to severe AD.

conclusionKADA's updated AD guidelines offer clinicians evidence-based strategies focused on basic therapies, topical therapies, and conventional systemic therapies, equipping them to enhance quality of care and improve patient outcomes in AD management.

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Atopic dermatitisConsensusGuidelinesRepublic of KoreaTreatment

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PMCPMC12318780

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