Chemical Peels
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As part of our commitment to resident education, Cutis is excited to offer this monthly section with board-relevant, easy-to-review material.
This month’s fact sheet will review the use of chemical peels for dermatologic indications. Depth of commonly used peels, concentrations and peel components, and indications will be reviewed, in addition to important board fodder and practical tips.
4. Which peel would not be indicated for treatment of melasma in a patient with Fitzpatrick skin type IV?
a. Baker-Gordon
b. glycolic acid
,c. Jessner
d. salicylic acid
e. trichloroacetic acid