SORT: Key Recommendations for Practice
| Clinical Recommendation | Evidence Rating | References |
|---|---|---|
| Medium to high potency topical steroids are effective for initial treatment and exacerbations of mild to moderate hand dermatitis | B | 16, 26 |
| Petrolatum-based emollients are effective as adjuncts in the treatment of chronic hand dermatitis | B | 16 |
| The use of topical pimecrolimus is effective for treating chronic hand dermatitis | C | 21, 22 |
A = consistent, good-quality patient-oriented evidence; B = inconsistent or limited-quality patient-oriented evidence; C = consensus, disease-oriented evidence, usual practice, expert opinion, or case series.