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X-Ray Therapy of Benign Skin Diseases


Authors: M. Jirásková 1;  L. Jirásek 2
Authors‘ workplace: Kožní klinika 1. LF UK a VFN Praha přednosta prof. MUDr. Jiří Štork, CSc. 1;  FEL ČVUT Praha přednosta prof. Ing. Miroslav Husák, CSc. 2
Published in: Čes-slov Derm, 85, 2010, No. 5, p. 257-262
Category: Reviews (Continuing Medical Education)

Overview

X-rays still play a role in therapy of not only malignant, but also benign skin diseases. The authors summarize principles of generation and action of X-rays, especially, concerning application of superficially acting electromagnetic radiation lying in the spectrum between ultraviolet and X-rays, i.e. „Grenz“ or „Bucky“ rays, in dermatology. Indications for Grenz ray treatment are, above all, therapy resistan plaques of scalp psoriasis, nail psoriasis, and chronic eczema. Main oncologic indication are mentioned.

Key words:
RTG radiation – RTG therapy – Bucky radiation – Grenz rays


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