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ArticleClinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology2025

Managing Atopic Dermatitis with Dupilumab in Special Populations: A Case Series Study.

Ersilia Tolino, Nevena Skroza, Antonio Di Guardo, Ilaria Proietti, Nicoletta Bernardini, Concetta Potenza

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Article in Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.

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Ersilia TolinoUnit of Dermatology, Department of Medical-Surgical Science and Biotechnologies, Sapienza University of Rome, A. Fiorini Hospital, Terracina, Latina, Italy.
Nevena SkrozaUnit of Dermatology, Department of Medical-Surgical Science and Biotechnologies, Sapienza University of Rome, A. Fiorini Hospital, Terracina, Latina, Italy.ORCID 0000-0003-4478-5404
Antonio Di GuardoDepartment of Medical and Cardiovascular Sciences, "Sapienza" University of Rome, Rome, Italy.ORCID 0000-0002-0117-346X
Ilaria ProiettiUnit of Dermatology, Department of Medical-Surgical Science and Biotechnologies, Sapienza University of Rome, A. Fiorini Hospital, Terracina, Latina, Italy.ORCID 0000-0003-3795-3190
Nicoletta BernardiniUnit of Dermatology, Department of Medical-Surgical Science and Biotechnologies, Sapienza University of Rome, A. Fiorini Hospital, Terracina, Latina, Italy.ORCID 0000-0002-6295-3574
Concetta PotenzaUnit of Dermatology, Department of Medical-Surgical Science and Biotechnologies, Sapienza University of Rome, A. Fiorini Hospital, Terracina, Latina, Italy.

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Abstract

Background: Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic inflammatory skin disorder with skin barrier disruptions and heightened T helper (Th) 2-mediated inflammation. Dupilumab, a monoclonal antibody targeting interleukin-4 and -13 pathways, has shown efficacy in treating AD and other type 2 inflammatory diseases. However, its safety and effectiveness in special populations (SP) like kidney transplant recipients, cancer patients, and individuals with neurological conditions remain unclear. Materials and Methods: This retrospective case series includes 12 representative cases of SP treated with dupilumab, featuring cases of a kidney transplant recipient, a metastatic melanoma patient, a non-functioning pituitary adenoma patient, and an individual with multiple sclerosis (MS). Clinical data were collected, and outcomes were assessed using various indices. Results: Dupilumab provided significant AD symptom improvement across all cases, with no adverse effects or recurrence of underlying conditions. Conclusion: Dupilumab shows promise for managing AD in SP, but careful monitoring and further research are necessary to address safety concerns and optimize treatment strategies. Larger studies with longer follow-ups are needed to fully evaluate its safety and efficacy in SP and those with comorbidities. These findings support the need for personalized treatments and ongoing research to enhance outcomes in patients with complex medical histories.

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