Evaluating calcineurin inhibitors as alternatives to steroids in treating Oral Lichen Planus: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Key Points

• Calcineurin inhibitors show promise as effective alternatives to steroids for treating oral lichen planus, a chronic mucosal condition.
• The review analyzes multiple studies, providing a comprehensive overview of treatment outcomes with calcineurin inhibitors and steroids.
• Assessment includes a systematic review and meta-analysis of various clinical trials addressing treatment efficacy, side effects, and safety profiles.
• Findings highlight the potential for calcineurin inhibitors to provide similar or better outcomes than steroids, indicating a shift in treatment approaches.

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