Autoimplantation – An Immunological Treatment For Multiple Warts

Abstract

Abstract Introduction. Warts are benign epithelial lesions that involve skin and mucosa. Successful management depends on the patient’s immunity, site and type of wart. In spite of huge therapeutic armory available, no treatment has been found to be effective so far. Objective. To evaluate the effectiveness of autoimplantation in the management of multiple warts. Material and Methods. This is a hospital based prospective study of forty patients with multiple warts. A prospective, hospital-based study included forty cases of multiple warts for autoimplantation. Resolution of warts within three months was taken as complete clearance; the follow up of any recurrence lasted six months. Results. The majority of patients were males (69.7%), belonging to 21–30 years age group (57.6%). Complete resolution was observed in 25 patients, partial response was achieved in 5 patients and there was no response in 3 patients. The majority of patients did not have any complication or recurrence Conclusion. Autoimplantation is a simple, daycare, effective procedure. It provides resistance by inducing cell mediated immunity and also prevents recurrence to a great extent.