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Leistungsprofi le der Deutschen Universitäts‐Hautkliniken
Source: JDDG - February 4, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Florian C. Beikert, Rudolf Stadler, Roland Kaufmann, Matthias Augustin Tags: Originalarbeit Source Type: research

Cholestatischer Pruritus: eine retrospektive Analyse klinischer Charakteristika und des Therapieansprechens
Source: JDDG - February 4, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Mario Huesmann, Timo Huesmann, Nani Osada, Ngoc Quan Phan, Andreas E. Kremer, Sonja Ständer Tags: Originalarbeit Source Type: research

Behandlungsfehler durch medizinische Laien bei Laser‐ und IPL‐Anwendungen: Ergebnisse einer bundesweiten Erhebung
Source: JDDG - February 4, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Stefan Hammes1, Syrus Karsai, Hans‐Robert Metelmann, Laura Pohl, Kathrine Kaiser, Bo‐Hyun Park, Christian Raulin Tags: Originalarbeit Source Type: research

Photodynamische Therapie zur Hautverjüngung: Übersicht und publizierte Datenlage – Ergebnisse einer Konsensus‐Konferenz des Arbeitskreises Ästhetische Photodynamische Therapie
Source: JDDG - February 4, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Sigrid Karrer, Elisabeth Kohl, Konstantin Feise, Dagmar Hiepe‐Wegener, Stephan Lischner, Wolfgang Philipp‐Dormston, Maurizio Podda, Welf Prager, Torsten Walker, Rolf‐Markus Szeimies Tags: Review Source Type: research

Psychotrichologie: Haare, Haarerkrankungen und psychosomatische Aspekte
Source: JDDG - February 4, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Wolfgang Harth, Ulrike Blume‐Peytavi Tags: Review Source Type: research

Methodische Standards in der medizinischen Berichterstattung
Source: JDDG - February 4, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Birte Sporbeck, Anja Jacobs, Vanessa Hartmann, Alexander Nast Tags: CME‐Artikel Source Type: research

Laserschutz und STK – alles klar?
Source: JDDG - February 4, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Falk Ochsendorf, Uwe Paasch Source Type: research

Health risk assessment for vehicle inspection workers exposed to airborne polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in their work place
Environ. Sci.: Processes Impacts, 2013, Advance ArticleDOI: 10.1039/C2EM30708A, PaperPeng-hui Li, Shao-fei Kong, Chun-mei Geng, Bin Han, Bing Lu, Ru-feng Sun, Ruo-jie Zhao, Zhi-peng BaiInhalatory and dermal exposures of on-duty vehicle inspection workers to polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in Beijing were investigated from April 18 to May 17, 2011.To cite this article before page numbers are assigned, use the DOI form of citation above.The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
Source: RSC - J. Environ. Monit. latest articles - February 3, 2013 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Peng-hui Li Source Type: research

Is thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH) a novel neuroendocrine modulator of keratin expression in human skin?
CONCLUSIONS: Selected human hair and epithelial keratins are modulated in situ. This may be relevant to explain hair shaft growth-promoting effects of TRH. Our pilot study suggests that the neuroendocrine controls that regulate the expression of human keratins deserve more systematic exploration and that these may be harnessed therapeutically. PMID: 23373458 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: The British Journal of Dermatology - February 3, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Ramot Y, Zhang G, Bíró T, Langbein L, Paus R Tags: Br J Dermatol Source Type: research

Scanning laser Doppler may predict disease progression of localised scleroderma in children and young adults.
CONCLUSION: We believe that LD can be a useful tool in predicting disease progression in localised scleroderma and may help clinicians decide which patients to treat early. PMID: 23374092 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: The British Journal of Dermatology - February 3, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Shaw LJ, Shipley J, Newell EL, Harris N, Clinch JG, Lovell CR Tags: Br J Dermatol Source Type: research

UK Standards of Care for Occupational Contact Dermatitis and Occupational Contact Urticaria.
This article provides guidance to healthcare professionals dealing with workers exposed to agents that potentially cause OCD and OCU. Specifically it aims to summarise the 2010 British Occupational Health Research Foundation (BOHRF) systematic review and, secondly, to help practitioners translate the BOHRF guideline into clinical practice. As such, it aims to be of value to physicians and nurses based in primary and secondary care, as well as occupational health and public health clinicians. It is hoped that it will also be of value to employers, interested workers and those with responsibility for workplace standards such...
Source: The British Journal of Dermatology - February 3, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Adisesh A, Robinson E, Nicholson PJ, Sen D, Wilkinson M Tags: Br J Dermatol Source Type: research

Is confocal microscopy a valuable tool in diagnosing nodular lesions? A study on 140 cases.
CONCLUSIONS: Despite the limited laser depth penetration of confocal microscopy, this imaging tool represents an effective instruments in diagnosing nodular lesions; however, fully ulcerated lesions or when a marked hyperkeratosis is present, biopsy should be always performed. Prospective studies on difficult to diagnose nodules should be performed to further analyze the pros and contra of RCM in skin cancer diagnosis. PMID: 23374159 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: The British Journal of Dermatology - February 3, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Longo C, Farnetani F, Ciardo S, Cesinaro AM, Moscarella E, Ponti G, Zalaudek I, Argenziano G, Pellacani G Tags: Br J Dermatol Source Type: research

Multiple primary melanomas: do they look the same ?
CONCLUSION: MPM in a given patient have almost the same chance to look dermoscopically similar or different. However, a subset of elderly patients with sun-damaged skin may present multiple, similar, thin melanomas characterized by pigment network and regression structures. PMID: 23374221 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: The British Journal of Dermatology - February 3, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Moscarella E, Rabinovitz H, Puig S, Zalaudek I, Oliviero MC, Brown L, Alarcon I, Malvehy J, Longo C, Formisano D, Carrera C, Badenas C, Piana S, Albertini G, Pellacani G, Argenziano G Tags: Br J Dermatol Source Type: research

Topical therapies for the treatment of localised plaque psoriasis in primary care: a cost-effectiveness analysis.
CONCLUSIONS: Potent corticosteroids, used alone or in combination with vitamin D are most cost-effective for patients with psoriasis of the trunk and limbs. Potent or very potent corticosteroids are most cost-effective for patients with scalp psoriasis. PMID: 23374249 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: The British Journal of Dermatology - February 3, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Sawyer L, Samarasekera EJ, Wonderling D, Smith CH Tags: Br J Dermatol Source Type: research

Scanning laser Doppler may predict disease progression of localised scleroderma in children and young adults
ConclusionWe believe that LD can be a useful tool in predicting disease progression in localised scleroderma and may help clinicians decide which patients to treat early.
Source: British Journal of Dermatology - February 3, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: L.J. Shaw, J. Shipley, E.L. Newell, N. Harris, J.G. Clinch, C.R. Lovell Tags: Concise Communication Source Type: research

UK Standards of Care for Occupational Contact Dermatitis and Occupational Contact Urticaria
This article provides guidance to healthcare professionals dealing with workers exposed to agents that potentially cause OCD and OCU. Specifically it aims to summarise the 2010 British Occupational Health Research Foundation (BOHRF) systematic review and, secondly, to help practitioners translate the BOHRF guideline into clinical practice. As such, it aims to be of value to physicians and nurses based in primary and secondary care, as well as occupational health and public health clinicians. It is hoped that it will also be of value to employers, interested workers and those with responsibility for workplace standards such...
Source: British Journal of Dermatology - February 3, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: A. Adisesh, E. Robinson, P.J. Nicholson, D. Sen, M. Wilkinson Tags: Review Article Source Type: research

Is confocal microscopy a valuable tool in diagnosing nodular lesions? A study on 140 cases
ConclusionsDespite the limited laser depth penetration of confocal microscopy, this imaging tool represents an effective instruments in diagnosing nodular lesions; however, fully ulcerated lesions or when a marked hyperkeratosis is present, biopsy should be always performed. Prospective studies on difficult to diagnose nodules should be performed to further analyze the pros and contra of RCM in skin cancer diagnosis.
Source: British Journal of Dermatology - February 3, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: C. Longo, F. Farnetani, S. Ciardo, A.M. Cesinaro, E. Moscarella, G. Ponti, I. Zalaudek, G. Argenziano, G. Pellacani Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Multiple primary melanomas: do they look the same ?
ConclusionMPM in a given patient have almost the same chance to look dermoscopically similar or different. However, a subset of elderly patients with sun‐damaged skin may present multiple, similar, thin melanomas characterized by pigment network and regression structures.
Source: British Journal of Dermatology - February 3, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: E. Moscarella, H. Rabinovitz, S. Puig, I. Zalaudek, M.C. Oliviero, L. Brown, I. Alarcon, J. Malvehy, C. Longo, D. Formisano, C. Carrera, C. Badenas, S. Piana, G. Albertini, G. Pellacani, G. Argenziano Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Topical therapies for the treatment of localised plaque psoriasis in primary care: a cost‐effectiveness analysis
ConclusionsPotent corticosteroids, used alone or in combination with vitamin D are most cost‐effective for patients with psoriasis of the trunk and limbs. Potent or very potent corticosteroids are most cost‐effective for patients with scalp psoriasis.
Source: British Journal of Dermatology - February 3, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: L. Sawyer, E.J. Samarasekera, D. Wonderling, C.H. Smith Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Allergic contact dermatitis in children: which factors are relevant? (review of the literature)
Abstract Allergic Contact Dermatitis (ACD) in children is increasing. Sensitization to contact allergens can start in early infancy. The epidermal barrier is crucial for the development of sensitization and elicitation of ACD. Factors that may influence the onset of sensitization in children are atopic dermatitis, skin barrier defects and intense or repetitive contact with allergens. Topical treatment of ACD is associated with cutaneous sensitization, although the prevalence is not high. ACD because of haptens in shoes or shin guards should be considered in cases of persistent foot eruptions or sharply defined dermatitis o...
Source: Pediatric Allergy and Immunology - February 3, 2013 Category: Allergy & Immunology Authors: Flora B. Waard‐van der Spek, Klaus E. Andersen, Ulf Darsow, Charlotte G. Mortz, David Orton, Margitta Worm, Antonella Muraro, Peter Schmid‐Grendelmeier, Ramon Grimalt, Radoslaw Spiewak, Odilija Rudzeviciene, Carsten Flohr, Susanne Halken, Alessandro F Tags: Review Article Source Type: research

A histopathologic study of epidermoid cysts in Korea: comparison between ruptured and unruptured epidermal cyst.
CONCLUSION: When comparing the ruptured and the unruptured cyst, the rupture of cyst had significant relationship with increased cyst diameter and area, increased wall thickness, more cyst contents, and more wall changes. Moreover, the presence of rete ridge in ruptured cystic wall is a valuable variable to recognize the duration of the rupture. PMID: 23330009 [PubMed - in process]
Source: International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Pathology - February 2, 2013 Category: Pathology Authors: Park JS, Ko DK Tags: Int J Clin Exp Pathol Source Type: research

Papular Acantholytic Dermatosis in the Genito-Crural Region: A Localized Form of Darier Disease or Hailey-Hailey Disease?
PMID: 23384585 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Actas Dermo-Sifiliograficas - February 2, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Montis-Palos MC, Acebo-Mariñas E, Catón-Santarén B, Soloeta-Arechavala R Tags: Actas Dermosifiliogr Source Type: research

Acquired Generalized Hypertrichosis Due to Diazoxide.
PMID: 23384586 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Actas Dermo-Sifiliograficas - February 2, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Salido-Vallejo R, Gómez-García FJ, Garnacho-Saucedo G, Galán-Gutiérrez M Tags: Actas Dermosifiliogr Source Type: research

Unilateral Angiokeratoma of Fordyce.
PMID: 23384587 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Actas Dermo-Sifiliograficas - February 2, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Piqué-Duran E, Pérez-Cejudo JA, Cameselle-Martínez D, García-Vázquez O Tags: Actas Dermosifiliogr Source Type: research

Atrophic Plaque of 8 Years' Duration on the Scalp.
PMID: 23384588 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Actas Dermo-Sifiliograficas - February 2, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Galán-Gutiérrez M, Ruiz-Villaverde R, Sanz-Trelles A Tags: Actas Dermosifiliogr Source Type: research

Acquired Epidermodysplasia Verruciformis in a Patient With Congenital HIV Infection.
PMID: 23385148 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Actas Dermo-Sifiliograficas - February 2, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Castro-Perez GA, Sorin I, Bravo AI, Mazzuoccolo LD Tags: Actas Dermosifiliogr Source Type: research

Observations of Periwound Skin Protection in Venous Ulcers: A Comparison of Treatments
CONCLUSION: The results of this study illustrate how the integrity of the periwound skin may be an important determinant in decreasing periwound and ulcer size.
Source: Advances in Skin and Wound Care - February 1, 2013 Category: Dermatology Tags: Features: Original Investigations Source Type: research

Association News
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Source: Advances in Skin and Wound Care - February 1, 2013 Category: Dermatology Tags: INFOLINK: Association News Source Type: research

Industry News
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Source: Advances in Skin and Wound Care - February 1, 2013 Category: Dermatology Tags: INFOLINK: Industry News Source Type: research

From the Editor’S Desk
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Source: Advances in Skin and Wound Care - February 1, 2013 Category: Dermatology Tags: INFOLINK: From the Editor's Desk Source Type: research

Abbreviations for Device Names: A Proposed Methodology With Specific Examples
ConclusionA common system of abbreviations for medical devices in dermatology may avoid the appearance of bias while ensuring effective communication. The proposed system may be expanded to name other devices, and the ensuing abbreviations may be suitable for journal articles, continuing medical education lectures, or other academic or clinical purposes.
Source: Dermatologic Surgery - February 1, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Murad Alam, Jeffrey S. Dover, , , Murad Alam, Mitchel P. Goldman, Michael S. Kaminer, Jeffrey Orringer, Heidi Waldorf, Murad Alam, Mathew Avram, Joel L. Cohen, Zoe Diana Draelos, Jeffrey S. Dover, George Hruza, Suzanne Kilmer, Naomi Lawrence, Mary Lupo, A Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research

Skin Cell Targeting with Self‐Assembled Ligand Addressed Nanoemulsion Droplets
Synopsis Dermo‐pharmacy and cosmetic industries have utilized nanotechnologies for two decades. Initially proposed as vector systems for encapsulation of actives, they gained interest in increasing cutaneous bioavailability. Here, we assay the benefits of self‐assembled nanoemulsions bearing ligands for targeting specific skin cells. Nanoemulsions, small droplets ranging typically from 20 nm to 150 nm, possess key properties for further use in cosmetics: long term stability, optical transparency, extended range of textures, and versatility. We investigated this nanoemulsion system and show ability to encapsulate a rang...
Source: International Journal of Cosmetic Science - February 1, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Nicolas Atrux‐Tallau, Thomas Delmas, Sang‐Hoon Han, Jin‐Woong Kim, Jérôme Bibette Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Intravascular metastatic melanoma: A difficult diagnosis
We report an unusual case of a patient with metastatic melanoma in whom 18F‐fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography‐computed tomography (FDG PET‐CT) demonstrated an intravascular melanoma metastasis in the superior vena cava (SVC), successfully treated with external beam radiotherapy. To our knowledge, this is the first reported case where FDG PET‐CT was used to make this diagnosis.
Source: Australasian Journal of Dermatology - February 1, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Samer Ghattas, Julie Howle, Wei Wang, Richard Kefford, Simon Gruenewald Tags: Brief Report Source Type: research

Non‐invasive in vivo detection and quantification of Demodex mites by confocal laser scanning microscopy Reply from authors
we thank Lacey et al. for their interesting and very welcome thoughts concerning our article on the usefulness of confocal laser scanning microscopy (CLSM) in the quantification of demodex mites and for their excellent pictures of Demodex mites seen under the light microscope after extraction using the standardized skin surface biopsy (SSSB) method. As a center specialized in acne and rosacea we are also using SSSB routinely as the standard method for demodex quantification and have gathered ample experience within the past decades. We agree that mainly Demodex folliculorum is detected with both SSSB and especially with CL...
Source: British Journal of Dermatology - February 1, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: E.C. Sattler, T. Maier, V.S. Hoffmann, T. Ruzicka, C. Berking Tags: Correspondence Source Type: research

Inhibition of neuropeptide degradation suppresses sweating but increases the area of the axon reflex flare
Abstract The neuropeptides CGRP (Calcitonin Gene Related Peptide) and Substance P (SP) mediate neurogenic inflammation. Both are degraded by the neutral endopeptidase (NEP) which can be blocked by phosphoramidon. The aim was to evaluate the effect of NEP inhibition on sweating and vasodilatation. Dermal microdialysis was performed on the skin of 39 subjects. Two fibers were perfused with phosphoramidon (0.01%, 0.02% or 0.2%), two with saline. Acetylcholine (ACh) was either added to the microdialysis perfusate (n = 30, 10‐2 M) or thermoregulatory sweating was induced (n=9). Co‐application of phosphoramidon reduced choli...
Source: Experimental Dermatology - February 1, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Tanja Schlereth, Markus Breimhorst, Nicolas Werner, Katrin Pottschmidt, Peter D. Drummond, Frank Birklein Tags: Letter to the Editors Source Type: research

Influence of bosentan on fingertip rewarming in patients with systemic sclerosis
Source: JDDG - February 1, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Juliane Autenrieth, Gabriela Riemekasten, Christoph Bert, Margitta Worm Tags: Clinical Letters Source Type: research

Potential of telemedicine to provide acute medical care for adults in senior living communities.
CONCLUSIONS: Telemedicine has a potentially significant role in the provision of acute care for older adults residing in SLCs. Studies are needed to evaluate the feasibility, acceptability, effectiveness, and efficiency of acute care telemedicine for this population. PMID: 23406075 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Accident and Emergency Nursing - February 1, 2013 Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: Shah MN, McDermott R, Gillespie SM, Philbrick EB, Nelson D Tags: Acad Emerg Med Source Type: research

[Classifying histiocytosis, a heterogeneous group of predominantly cutaneous disorders].
PMID: 23395487 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Annales de Dermatologie et de Cenereologie - February 1, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Wechsler J Tags: Ann Dermatol Venereol Source Type: research

[Cutaneous revelation of Rosai-Dorfman disease: 7 cases].
Abstract BACKGROUND: Rosai-Dorfman disease (RDD) is a benign form of non-Langerhans-cell histiocytosis. It is identified by a particular histological profile first observed in febrile lymph nodes. Extranodal sites are frequent. The most common site is the skin, which can reveal the disease despite a difficult and delayed diagnosis. Seven cases of cutaneous revelation of RDD were studied retrospectively in order to delineate the clinical characteristics and facilitate diagnosis and treatment of this extremely rare disease. PATIENTS AND METHODS: Six cases of RDD from 1990 to 2011 were identified in the photograph...
Source: Annales de Dermatologie et de Cenereologie - February 1, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Vuong V, Moulonguet I, Cordoliani F, Crickx B, Bezier M, Vignon-Pennamen MD, Flageul B, Bagot M, Petit A Tags: Ann Dermatol Venereol Source Type: research

[Changes in mortality in the Reims University Hospital Dermatology Department (1996-2009)].
CONCLUSION: This study shows an increase in the number of deaths in a French university hospital dermatology department over the 14-year period in question, ascribable mainly to an increase in the number of patients receiving end-of-life care for metastatic melanoma. Significant changes were noted in the management of these patients with an increase in palliative care procedures. PMID: 23395489 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Annales de Dermatologie et de Cenereologie - February 1, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Journet-Tollhupp J, Grange F, Bernard P Tags: Ann Dermatol Venereol Source Type: research

[Changes in the incidence and mortality rates of malignant melanoma in the Seine-Maritime region over a 20-year period].
CONCLUSION: This study shows that while the incidence and mortality rate of invasive MM has increased little over the last 10years in the Seine-Maritime region, the incidence of MM in situ continues to rise sharply. PMID: 23395490 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Annales de Dermatologie et de Cenereologie - February 1, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Le Blanc C, Corven C, Courville P, Duval-Modeste AB, Boivin C, Ziadé J, De Mauroy C, Pellerin A, Bokanowski H, Dalibard F, Gremain J, Roquet ML, Chenal P, Ducastelle T, Vaquer JM, Benichou J, Joly P Tags: Ann Dermatol Venereol Source Type: research

[Pseudolymphoma of the skin: Ambiguous terminology. A survey among dermatologists and pathologists].
This study demonstrates that, in France, the term pseudolymphoma is an ambiguous notion. We believe that cases in which it is impossible to differentiate pseudolymphoma from cutaneous lymphoma should be referred to as lymphoproliferations of undetermined significance, since more than 50% of physicians consider that the term pseudolymphoma designates a resolutely benign entity. PMID: 23395491 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Annales de Dermatologie et de Cenereologie - February 1, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Levy E, Godet J, Cribier B, Lipsker D Tags: Ann Dermatol Venereol Source Type: research

[Stevens-Johnson syndrome concurrent with primary Epstein-Barr virus infection].
We report a case of Stevens-Johnson syndrome concurrent with EBV infection. CASE REPORT: A 17-year-old boy consulted for an eruption suggestive of Stevens-Johnson syndrome, which was supported by the histopathology results. The patient had taken no medication during the previous weeks. Laboratory examinations showed atypical activated T lymphocytes. Serological tests and PCR results confirmed the diagnosis of primary EBV infection. The outcome was spontaneously favorable with only symptomatic treatment being required. DISCUSSION: Stevens-Johnson syndrome is characterized by "target" lesions and profuse mucous membr...
Source: Annales de Dermatologie et de Cenereologie - February 1, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Brunet-Possenti F, Steff M, Marinho E, Crickx B, Descamps V Tags: Ann Dermatol Venereol Source Type: research

[Pemphigus vulgaris: An unusual clinical presentation].
DISCUSSION: During the course of pemphigus, the nail findings most commonly reported in the literature are paronychia, onychomadesis and onycholysis. However, these signs are generally seen in patients with known pemphigus vulgaris and only rarely indicate bullous disease. The case we report illustrates a special situation in which pemphigus vulgaris was revealed by unusual skin and nail lesions. PMID: 23395493 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Annales de Dermatologie et de Cenereologie - February 1, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Benhiba H, Hamada S, Guerouaz N, Saidi A, Senouci K, Hassam B Tags: Ann Dermatol Venereol Source Type: research

[Persistent aphthous mouth ulcers associated with tocilizumab: Two cases].
We describe for the first time the occurrence of recurrent aphthous mouth ulcers in two patients on TCZ. PATIENTS AND METHODS: Two patients were treated with TCZ for rheumatological disease. A few weeks after administration of TCZ, they presented with multiple painful mouth ulcers that would not heal until TCZ had been withdrawn. In both cases, the oral ulcers resolved 6 to 7weeks after withdrawal of TCZ and readministration of the drug led to recurrence of oral ulcers within 10days in both patients. DISCUSSION: We describe for the first time the occurrence of aphthous mouth ulcers induced by TCZ. The causative rol...
Source: Annales de Dermatologie et de Cenereologie - February 1, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Samimi M, Lauferon F, Hüttenberger B, Vaillant L, Goupille P, Machet L Tags: Ann Dermatol Venereol Source Type: research

[Bifocal Buruli ulcer: Multiple cephalic lesions after initiation of medical treatment].
We report a case observed in the Ivory Coast, one of the areas with the highest prevalence of BU worldwide. The distinguishing features of our case are the early onset of this paradoxical reaction and the multiple cephalic site of lesions. PATIENTS AND METHODS: A 4-year-old child with no prior medical history was referred for two painless ulcerative cutaneous nodules. Incubation of samples from the edges of these lesions revealed the presence of acid-alcohol resistant bacilli (AARB), which were shown by PCR to be M. ulcerans, the causative agent in BU. Treatment consisted of levofloxacin (100mg/d) and rifampicin (150m...
Source: Annales de Dermatologie et de Cenereologie - February 1, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Vagamon B, Ahogo KC, Aka BR, Diabaté A, Kouassi YI, Kourouma SH, Traoré C, Gue I, Yoboue P, Kanga JM, Taieb A Tags: Ann Dermatol Venereol Source Type: research

[Erythrokeratodermia variabilis].
We report two cases of EKV, one of which presented dramatic improvement with oral retinoids. PATIENTS AND METHODS: A 15-month-old boy was referred to us with reddish-brown hyperkeratotic and well-demarcated plaques on the extremities, axillary space and face. The lesions started when he was 6months of age. Cutaneous histopathology showed acanthosis and papillomatosis associated with orthokeratotic hyperkeratosis. Anatomoclinical comparison confirmed the diagnosis of EKV. A second child aged 10years was referred to us with fixed, well-demarcated hyperkeratotic plaques associated with transient red patches. The lesions b...
Source: Annales de Dermatologie et de Cenereologie - February 1, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Bilan P, Levy A, Sin C, Marchal A, Sigal ML, Mahé E Tags: Ann Dermatol Venereol Source Type: research

[Keloids and hypertension in black subjects: A case-control study].
PMID: 23395497 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Annales de Dermatologie et de Cenereologie - February 1, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Mouhari-Toure A, Saka B, Akakpo SA, Kombaté K, Tchangaï-Walla K, Pitche P Tags: Ann Dermatol Venereol Source Type: research

[Long-term efficacy of methotrexate in a patient with generalized granuloma annulare].
PMID: 23395498 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Annales de Dermatologie et de Cenereologie - February 1, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Bégon E, Petitjean B, Bachmeyer C Tags: Ann Dermatol Venereol Source Type: research

[On good usage of wigs: The case of Louis XIV].
PMID: 23395499 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Annales de Dermatologie et de Cenereologie - February 1, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Perez S Tags: Ann Dermatol Venereol Source Type: research