Accuracy and adequacy of photoprotection in pediatric systemic lupus erythematosus patients, and the effect of education on photoprotection: a prospective study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a systemic autoimmune disease that is associated with multiple organ involvement and leads to significant morbidity and mortality. One of the important environmental factors that influences the exacerbation of preexisting SLE is ultraviolet (UV) radiation, so photoprotection is essential. The aims of this study were to evaluate the accuracy and adequacy of photoprotection in pediatric SLE patients, and to investigate the effect of education on photoprotection.

Methods

SLE patients aged ≤ 18 years who attended pediatric outpatient clinics were prospectively enrolled. The accuracy and adequacy of photoprotection were assessed by the questionnaire, and compared between baseline and the ≥ 3-month follow-up timepoint. Comprehensive

SUBMITTER: Suebsarakam P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10583389 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature