Inflammatory linear verrucous epidermal nevus in groin and labia with claudication: Successfully treated with photodynamic therapy

Abstract

Significance: Inflammatory linear verrucous epidermal nevus (ILVEN) is an uncommon type of epidermal nevus and is refractory to therapy. We report the effectiveness of photodynamic therapy (PDT) for treating ILVEN with claudication in a young girl. Additional contributions: We thank the patient for granting permission to publish this information. Approach: Aminolaevulinic Acid Hydrochloride (ALA) photodynamic therapy (PDT) was applied six times in 1-month interval. Results: Most lesions and pruritus have subsided markedly, with mild scarring and a marked reduction in claudication. Conclusions: ALA PDT might be an effective and promising treatment for ILVEN in the future.

Keywords

• Inflammatory linear verrucous epidermal nevus
• Claudication
• Photodynamic therapy