Current guidelines for the evaluation and management of atopic dermatitis: A comparison of the Joint Task Force Practice Parameter and American Academy of Dermatology guidelines

J Allergy Clin Immunol. 2017 Apr;139(4S):S49-S57. doi: 10.1016/j.jaci.2017.01.009.

Abstract

Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic pruritic inflammatory disease that commonly presents in the pediatric population. Although definitions and diagnosis of AD have largely been agreed upon, allergists and dermatologists have similar and divergent approaches to the management of AD. This review facilitated integration of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology/American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Joint Task Force 2012 AD Practice Parameter and the 2014 American Academy of Dermatology guidelines to highlight the basic principles of AD management and discuss therapies and management of AD from the distinct perspectives of the allergist and dermatologist.

Keywords: American Academy of Dermatology; Atopic dermatitis; Joint Task Force; eczema; guidelines; topical and systemic treatments.

Publication types

  • Comparative Study
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Advisory Committees*
  • Allergens / immunology
  • Allergy and Immunology*
  • Dermatitis, Atopic / diagnosis
  • Dermatitis, Atopic / epidemiology
  • Dermatitis, Atopic / therapy*
  • Dermatology*
  • Disease Management
  • Humans
  • Practice Guidelines as Topic*
  • Practice Patterns, Physicians'
  • United States

Substances

  • Allergens