Observational study shows improved pathologic features and treatment response in melasma cases using 2-photon microscopy and hydroquinone, indicating alternative management strategies.
Key Points
Melasma lesions showed significant increases in melanin content across epidermal layers during in vivo assessment.
Hydroquinone treatment led to a 29.81% decrease in mMASI scores and a 36.16% decrease in dermoscopic scores after 12 weeks.
Utilization of 2-photon microscopy provided insights into cellular-level changes in melasma pathologic features.
Findings suggest that TPM may enhance clinical approaches to managing pigmentary disorders like melasma.