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Using Intralesional Adalimumab for Chronic Refractory Cutaneous Granulomatous Inflammation.

Nukaly HY, Srikakolapu S, Elston DM

CutisIn the feed 13 Aug 2026, issue 2026 Jun, added to PubMed 13 Aug 2026

Topics: Neutrophilic, granulomatous & autoinflammatoryBiologicsInjectables

Abstract

Chronic localized granulomatous dermatoses present a therapeutic challenge, particularly in cosmetically sensitive areas where standard treatments often prove insufficient or intolerable. We describe a technique using intralesional injection of adalimumab to treat chronic refractory cutaneous granulomatous inflammation. This method highlights the potential of intralesional tumor necrosis factor (TNF) α inhibition as a targeted treatment option in refractory cutaneous granulomatous inflammation, offering localized efficacy while minimizing systemic exposure.

Abstract from PubMed

PMID 42594396 · DOI 10.12788/cutis.1406