Pathology

Actinic keratosis

Keratosis

Cryotherapy

Surgery

Dermatology

Cryosurgery

Actinic keratoses

Basal cell

Medicine

Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology

Abstract: Actinic keratoses (AKs) are pre-malignant epithelial lesions induced by chronic cumulative UV exposure. Several guidelines concerning AKs treatment have been published in the past years. Among destructive procedures, cryotherapy is today considered a standard first-line approach in case of single lesions. The aim of the present review article is to analyse the treatment technique, its efficacy and safety. Keywords: cryotherapy, cryosurgery, actinic keratosis, treatment

Cryotherapy for Actinic Keratosis: Basic Principles and Literature Review