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ReviewInternational journal of molecular sciences2026

Vitiligo-Current Treatment Options and Future Perspectives.

Aleksandra Wojno, Agata Wojno, Anna Karwowska, Milena Chmielewska, Joanna Maj, Magdalena Łyko

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Review in International journal of molecular sciences, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

6 authors.

Aleksandra WojnoStudent Research Group of Experimental Dermatology, University Centre of General Dermatology and Oncodermatology, Wroclaw Medical University, 50-556 Wrocław, Poland.
Agata WojnoStudent Research Group of Experimental Dermatology, University Centre of General Dermatology and Oncodermatology, Wroclaw Medical University, 50-556 Wrocław, Poland.
Anna KarwowskaStudent Research Group of Experimental Dermatology, University Centre of General Dermatology and Oncodermatology, Wroclaw Medical University, 50-556 Wrocław, Poland.ORCID 0009-0001-3157-204X
Milena ChmielewskaStudent Research Group of Experimental Dermatology, University Centre of General Dermatology and Oncodermatology, Wroclaw Medical University, 50-556 Wrocław, Poland.ORCID 0009-0001-5748-7564
Joanna MajUniversity Centre of General Dermatology and Oncodermatology, Wroclaw Medical University, 50-556 Wrocław, Poland.
Magdalena ŁykoUniversity Centre of General Dermatology and Oncodermatology, Wroclaw Medical University, 50-556 Wrocław, Poland.ORCID 0000-0001-9622-1593

Funding

Wroclaw Medical University SUBZ.A510.26.075
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Vitiligo is a chronic autoimmune disease characterized by the loss of melanocytes, resulting in the appearance of depigmented patches on the skin. The aim of the present review is to discuss current therapeutic methods and to outline promising directions for the treatment of this dermatosis. The review describes pathogenetic mechanisms, including the role of oxidative stress, immune dysregulation, and the JAK/STAT pathways, which constitute the foundation of contemporary therapeutic interventions. The efficacy and safety of topical treatments (corticosteroids, calcineurin inhibitors, JAK inhibitors), phototherapy (NB-UVB, PUVA, excimer laser), combination therapies, and surgical methods such as cellular and tissue grafts are discussed. Data indicate that the combination of phototherapy with topical agents enhances repigmentation efficacy, and JAK inhibitors represent promising drugs in targeted therapy. Particular value is attributed to preparations modulating the immune response and to melanocyte transplantation techniques, which emerge as highly effective and forward-looking treatment options for vitiligo. Nevertheless, effective management of vitiligo requires a multidirectional approach combining pharmacological, immunomodulatory, and regenerative interventions.

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VitiligoAnimalsCalcineurin InhibitorsCombined Modality TherapyHumansMelanocytesPhototherapyPUVA TherapyCalcineurin Inhibitorscalcineurin inhibitorscombination therapyJAK inhibitorsmelanocyte transplantationphototherapyrepigmentationruxolitinibvitiligo

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PMID42511715
PMCPMC13409932

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