The management of pediatric hidradenitis suppurativa differs between dermatologic and non-dermatologic providers: A retrospective review.
Kelly M AthertonChelsea N ShopeLaura A AndrewsIndia S Robinson-PirotteLara Wine LeeColleen H CottonPublished in: Pediatric dermatology (2023)
Our results support increased likelihood of treatment escalation with medical management by dermatologists. Relatively high utilization of referral to dermatology exists, but with only moderate patient adherence. There is a need for improved access to dermatologic care and prospective studies to determine whether differences in specialty management translate to improved patient outcomes.