StrataCTX® as a Steroid Sparing Device

Topical steroids are the mainstays of treatment for many cutaneous reactions and disorders. Steroids are known to cause many side effects and few effective pharmacologic alternatives exist. Contact dermatitis is observed in 56% of patients with cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL) being treated with topical mechlorethamine gel. This usually requires chronic treatment with mid-to high-potency steroids. Numerous chemo/immunotherapies are associated with cutaneous reactions including paronychia, hand and foot syndrome, and acneiform rash. Skin toxicity often requires dose reduction of cancer therapies and a variety of skin directed therapies including topical antibiotics and topical steroids. Cutaneous reactions are often the earliest manifestation of acute graft versus host disease. Skin manifestations can be debilitating and treatment usually requires high potency topical steroids. Additional therapies are needed for the treatment of disorders that rely on topical steroids.