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This page shows you the most recent publications within this specialty of the MedWorm directory. This is page number 8.
Systemic Effects and Percutaneous Absorption of Topically Applied 0.1% Hydrocortisone 17-Butyrate
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Dermatologica 1976;152:197-207 (DOI:10.1159/000257890)
Source: Dermatology - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Source Type: journals
Topical and Systemic Effects of Hydrocortisone 17-Butyrate
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Dermatologica 1976;152:181-195 (DOI:10.1159/000257889)
Source: Dermatology - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Source Type: journals
Topical Corticosteroid Therapy and Its Effect on the Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal Axis
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Dermatologica 1976;152:173-180 (DOI:10.1159/000257888)
Source: Dermatology - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Source Type: journals
Perioral Dermatitis, an Important Side-Effect of Corticosteroids
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Dermatologica 1976;152:161-172 (DOI:10.1159/000257887)
Source: Dermatology - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Source Type: journals
Perioral Dermatitis and Rosacea-Like Dermatitis: Clinical Features and Treatment
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Dermatologica 1976;152:155-160 (DOI:10.1159/000257877)
Source: Dermatology - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Source Type: journals
Electron-Microscopic Evaluation of Collagen Fibrils after Topical Corticosteroid Therapy
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Dermatologica 1976;152:147-153 (DOI:10.1159/000257876)
Source: Dermatology - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Source Type: journals
Mechanism of Local Skin Atrophy Caused by Intradermally Injected Corticosteroids
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Dermatologica 1976;152:139-146 (DOI:10.1159/000257875)
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Objective Measurement of Topically Applied Corticosteroids
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Dermatologica 1976;152:133-137 (DOI:10.1159/000257874)
Source: Dermatology - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Source Type: journals
Influence of Corticosteroids on Connective Tissue
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Dermatologica 1976;152:127-132 (DOI:10.1159/000257873)
Source: Dermatology - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Source Type: journals
Methods for the Assessment of Skin Atrophogenicity of Topical Corticosteroids
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Dermatologica 1976;152:117-126 (DOI:10.1159/000257872)
Source: Dermatology - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Source Type: journals
Treatment of benign digit tip tumours by surgical excision and secondary intention healing with scar quality assessment by epidermal ridge patterns
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Source: British Journal of Dermatology - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: A. Sinha, D. Smith, J.A.A. Langtry Source Type: journals
Academic Productivity and Affiliation of Dermatologic Surgeons
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Because Mohs fellowship training typically incorporates a research component, as required by the Mohs College for fellowship certification, we evaluated whether Mohs microscopic surgery fellowship-trained (MMSFT) dermatologic surgeons were more likely to join academic institutions and demonstrate greater activity in teaching, research, and scientific writing than non-fellowship-trained surgeons (NMMSFT). Responses to the 2002 and 2005 American Academy of Dermatology Practice Profile survey comparing practice settings, proportion of time spent in various practice settings, and professional roles were compared between the tw...
Source: Dermatologic Surgery - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: EMILY P. TIERNEY, C. WILLIAM HANKE, ALEXA BOER KIMBALL Source Type: journals
Drying stress and damage processes in human stratum corneum
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We describe the application of a substrate curvature technique adapted for biological tissue to accurately characterize SC drying stresses as a function of time following environmental pre-conditioning and chemical treatment in a range of drying environments. SC stresses were observed to increase to stress levels of up to [sim] 3 MPa over periods of 8 h depending on pretreatment and drying environment. A unique relationship between the SC stress and water in the drying environment was established. The effect of glycerol on lowering SC stresses and damaging surfactants on elevating SC stresses were quantified. Extensions of...
Source: International Journal of Cosmetic Science - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: K. Levi, R. J. Weber, J. Q. Do, R. H. Dauskardt Source Type: journals
Long-term results after reconstruction of full thickness scalp defects with a dermal regeneration template
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Conclusion After reconstruction of full thickness scalp defects with Integra®, the cosmetic results are appealing and we observed no local recurrences during the follow-up period.
Source: Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: J Faulhaber, M Felcht, G Teerling, C-D Klemke, C Wagner, S Goerdt, W Koenen Source Type: journals
Delayed Nicolau's Livedoid Dermatitis after Ultrasound-Guided Sclerotherapy
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Source: Dermatologic Surgery - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: ALBERT-ADRIEN RAMELET, LAURENT PARMENTIER Source Type: journals
Dermoscopic Features of Pigmentation in Laugier-Hunziker-Baran Syndrome
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Source: Dermatologic Surgery - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: HISASHI TAMIYA, RIEI KAMO, JUNKO SOWA, YUKA HARUTA, MASARU TANAKA, MASAMITSU ISHII, HIROMI KOBAYASHI Source Type: journals
Severe Urticaria After Laser Treatment for Hair Reduction
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Source: Dermatologic Surgery - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: ERIC F. BERNSTEIN Source Type: journals
Total Excision of Acquired Periungual Fibrokeratoma Using Bilateral Proximal Nail Fold Oblique Incision for Preserving Nail Matrix
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Source: Dermatologic Surgery - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: CHAE-YOUNG LEE, KI-YEOL LEE, KI-HO KIM, YOUNG-HUN KIM Source Type: journals
Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer with Perineural Invasion: Report of Outcomes of a Case Series
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Source: Dermatologic Surgery - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: KATHRYN DEAMBROSIS, BRIAN DE'AMBROSIS Source Type: journals
Pulmonary Metastasis from a Giant Polypoid Basal Cell Carcinoma in the Lumbosacral Area
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Source: Dermatologic Surgery - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: JUNG RYUL KIM, NAE HO LEE, YOUNG SIN KIM, JONG HYUK PARK, SEOK KWEON YUN Source Type: journals
Reconstruction of the Anterior Cheek, Upper Nasal Ala, and Lateral Nasal Sidewall
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Source: Dermatologic Surgery - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: PEDRO REDONDO Source Type: journals
"Halo" Grafting—A Simple and Effective Technique of Skin Grafting
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Sharad P. Paul, MD, M Phil, has indicated no significant interest with commercial supporters
Source: Dermatologic Surgery - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: SHARAD P. PAUL Source Type: journals
Use of Latex-Free Elastic Bandage to Simulate Flap Mechanics
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Source: Dermatologic Surgery - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: IAN A. MAHER, MONICA BOYLE, MARK ABDELMALEK Source Type: journals
Morphologic Study of Normal, Ingrown, and Pincer Nails
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The objectives were to analyze the circumferential length of pincer nail and the relationship between nail deformity and the underlying distal phalangeal shape. The circumferential length of 53 pincer nails was determined at successive 5-mm intervals of the nail plate. Sixty great toes, including normal (n=20), ingrown (n=20), and pincer nails (n=20), were assessed with respect to body height, body weight, body mass index, nail height, nail width index, and nail height index. Nail angle and height of osteophyte were measured. Despite the presence or absence of overcurvature, the circumferential length displayed nearly iden...
Source: Dermatologic Surgery - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: MASAAKI KOSAKA, HIROHISA KUSUHARA, YUICHI MOCHIZUKI, HIROMASA MORI, NORITAKA ISOGAI Source Type: journals
Clinical Outcome of Cutaneous Flaps Versus Full-Thickness Skin Grafts After Mohs Surgery on the Nose
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In this study, 43 flaps and 24 grafts were evaluated using a modified Hollander Wound Evaluation Scale and a visual analogue scale. The mean visual analogue scale score was significantly better for flap repairs than for graft repairs. In addition, 100% of flaps had an acceptable overall cosmetic appearance on the basis of the Hollander Wound Evaluation Scale, compared with only 75% of skin grafts. For defects on the nose where flap and graft repair may both be technically possible, a flap may be more likely to result in superior cosmetic outcome. The authors have indicated no significant interest with commercial supporters.
Source: Dermatologic Surgery - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: M. AMANDA JACOBS, LESLIE J. CHRISTENSON, AMY L. WEAVER, DAVID L. APPERT, P. KIM PHILLIPS, RANDALL K. ROENIGK, CLARK C. OTLEY Source Type: journals
Select the most correct answers – multiple answers possible for questions 1–11
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Source: Australasian Journal of Dermatology - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Tags: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM Source Type: journals
Paediatric vulval lichen sclerosus
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Lichen sclerosus (LS) in children is uncommon; however, it is an important differential diagnosis in any pre-pubertal child presenting with chronic vulval symptoms. The long-term prognosis is unknown; however, recent data suggests that the assumption that the condition will resolve at puberty may be incorrect. Children with LS require long-term management with topical corticosteroids, which remains the treatment of choice, as well as long-term follow up. We review the current literature on paediatric vulval LS.
Source: Australasian Journal of Dermatology - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Saxon D Smith, Gayle Fischer Tags: REVIEW ARTICLE Source Type: journals
Role of definitive radiotherapy in treating patients with inoperable Merkel cell carcinoma: The Westmead Hospital experience and a review of the literature
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We report the results of eight patients with inoperable MCC treated with RTx alone between 1993 and 2007 at Westmead Hospital, Sydney, Australia, and also review the relevant literature on definitive RTx in the treatment of MCC. The median age at diagnosis was 82.5 years in five women and three men. All patients were Caucasian and none were immunosuppressed. Seven of eight patients were clinically node-positive. The mean duration of follow up was 12 months. A median dose of 50 Gy was prescribed. Seven of eight patients with inoperable MCC achieved in-field control, with most eventually relapsing distantly. Treatment-relate...
Source: Australasian Journal of Dermatology - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Clare SL Koh, Michael J Veness Tags: RESEARCH REPORTS Source Type: journals
Melanoma in private practice: Do dermatologists make a difference?
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Malignant melanoma is a major contributor to Australian morbidity and mortality. In this era of resource rationalisation, we seek to address the issue of whether routine full-skin examination by a dermatologist, rather than focussed examination of flagged lesions, will increase melanoma diagnosis. A retrospective chart review was undertaken between 1 July 2007 and 30 June 2008 in a private dermatology group practice in order to ascertain the number and characteristics of incidentally detected melanomas on routine skin examination. A total of 94 melanomas were detected during this 12-month period. Of these, 57 (60.6%) were ...
Source: Australasian Journal of Dermatology - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Paul Cherian, Clare P Tait Tags: RESEARCH REPORTS Source Type: journals
Cutaneous invasive squamous cell carcinoma: 10-year experience and recommendations for follow up
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Currently, the National Health and Medical Research Council do not have any recommendations about the frequency of follow up after treatment of primary cutaneous invasive squamous cell cancer (SCC), due to a lack of data. The present study aimed to establish appropriate follow-up times and to determine the long-term risk of subsequent non-melanoma skin cancers and melanoma. Patients who had a primary invasive cutaneous SCC excised during 1996 were retrospectively identified from the databases of a dermatologist in private practice in south-east Queensland. Data on size, site, depth, differentiation, perineural involvement,...
Source: Australasian Journal of Dermatology - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Corinne Yoong, Brian De'Ambrosis Tags: RESEARCH REPORTS Source Type: journals
Topical diphencyprone immunotherapy for cutaneous metastatic melanoma
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Topical immunotherapy with contact sensitizers for metastatic melanoma was first reported more than 30 years ago. Diphencyprone (DPCP) immunotherapy is frequently used to treat cutaneous warts and alopecia areata, and we have previously reported the use of DPCP as a single agent to successfully treat extensive, radiotherapy-resistant melanoma metastases on the scalp. We now report DPCP treatment of a further six patients with cutaneous metastatic melanoma. Of seven patients treated with DPCP thus far, four have demonstrated complete responses of their cutaneous lesions and three have had partial responses. The treatment wa...
Source: Australasian Journal of Dermatology - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Diona L Damian, Kerwin F Shannon, Robyn P Saw, John F Thompson Tags: CASE REPORTS AND SMALL CASE SERIES Source Type: journals
Childhood ocular rosacea: Considerations for diagnosis and treatment
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We report three cases of paediatric ocular rosacea responding to prolonged treatment with oral erythromycin. Our cases demonstrate the close association of periorificial dermatitis with childhood rosacea, and highlight the importance of eye signs in its diagnostic criteria.
Source: Australasian Journal of Dermatology - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Esther Hong, Gayle Fischer Tags: CASE REPORTS AND SMALL CASE SERIES Source Type: journals
Chronic localized intravascular coagulation complicating multifocal venous malformations
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We present two female children aged 7 years with extensive multifocal venous malformations complicated by chronic localized intravascular coagulation. In both cases ultrasonography and magnetic resonance imaging revealed extensive venous malformations involving the skin, mucous membranes and pharynx, which were not apparent on clinical examination. Haematological investigations demonstrated persistent elevation of the D-dimer, consistent with chronic localized intravascular coagulation. The course of one patient was complicated by the development of multiple painful thromboses at distant sites following percutaneous sclero...
Source: Australasian Journal of Dermatology - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Linda K Martin, Susan Russell, Orli Wargon Tags: CASE REPORTS AND SMALL CASE SERIES Source Type: journals
Diagnosis of type I cryoglobulinaemia made through identifying crystals in the blood smear
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We report a case of type I cryoglobulinaemia in a 52-year-old man who presented with widespread cutaneous necrosis. The diagnosis could not be established early on, as repeated testing for cryoglobulin was negative despite a careful collection method. The diagnosis was made 1 year later, on an incidental full blood smear that revealed crystals, which is an uncommon way to diagnose this condition. We discuss the difficulties we faced in establishing the diagnosis and emphasise the need for repeat cryoglobulin testing in this clinical setting. In such cases, examination of a blood smear should be considered.
Source: Australasian Journal of Dermatology - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Kyoko Shirato, Catherine Reid, Jan S Ibbetson, Pravin Hissaria, Sidhu Shireen Tags: CASE REPORTS AND SMALL CASE SERIES Source Type: journals
Sézary syndrome presenting with 'leonine facies'
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A 71-year-old man presented with erythroderma and multiple nodular skin lesions over the face, scalp, upper limbs and trunk. The facial skin was thickened, producing the rare 'leonine facies' appearance. Investigations revealed the presence of atypical lymphoid cells in the peripheral blood, bone marrow and skin. The atypical lymphoid cells in the peripheral blood and bone marrow were positive for helper T-cell antigens (CD4, CD2, CD5 and CD7) on immunophenotyping by flow cytometry. The histopathology of skin showed dermal infiltration by atypical small lymphocytes with epidermotropism. These cells were positive for helper...
Source: Australasian Journal of Dermatology - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Shano Nassem, Rajesh Kashyap, Namrata P Awasthi, Narendra Krishnani, Neeraj Kumari Tags: CASE REPORTS AND SMALL CASE SERIES Source Type: journals
Rhinophyma: Carbon dioxide laser with computerized scanner is still an outstanding treatment
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This report demonstrates excellent cosmetic results and no major postoperative complications or recurrence of the condition after 1 year of follow up for seven patients. Two more patients had been followed up for 1 month at the time this paper was written. Scanned carbon dioxide laser is safe and highly effective treatment for rhinophyma.
Source: Australasian Journal of Dermatology - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Shueh-Wei Lim, Shueh-Wen Lim, Phillip Bekhor Tags: CASE REPORTS AND SMALL CASE SERIES Source Type: journals
Cutaneous malignant melanoma arising in an acquired naevus of Ota
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We describe a 32-year-old Caucasian man with an acquired naevus of Ota with subtle pigmentation, in which a melanocytic papule developed. The lesion, deceptively, had no clinically suspicious features, but investigation revealed an aggressive cutaneous malignant melanoma, extensive orbital ring melanocytosis and metastatic brain and subsequent liver disease.
Source: Australasian Journal of Dermatology - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Clare RS Patterson, Katharine Acland, Ramona Khooshabeh Tags: BRIEF REPORT Source Type: journals
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
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Source: Australasian Journal of Dermatology - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Oscar Suarez-Amor, Benigno Monteagudo, Miguel Cabanillas, Cristina de las Heras Tags: LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Source Type: journals
IN OTHER JOURNALS
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Source: Australasian Journal of Dermatology - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Alan Watson Tags: IN OTHER JOURNALS Source Type: journals
Trichilemmal cyst with homogeneous blue pigmentation on dermoscopy
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A 61-year-old woman was referred to our dermoscopy unit for a pigmented lesion that had been present on her left arm for 8 years. The patient did not notice any enlargement or change in colour. On dermoscopy, homogeneous blue pigmentation was seen. The lesion was excised with the pre-operative diagnosis of melanoma, blue naevus and dermatofibroma. Histopathological examination showed a trichilemmal cyst in the mid-dermis. Although homogeneous blue pigmentation on dermoscopy is the hallmark of blue naevus, it may be seen in metastatic melanoma and exceptionally in hemosiderotic and cellular types of dermatofibroma. Trichile...
Source: Australasian Journal of Dermatology - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Gulsum Gencoglan, Isil Kilinc Karaarslan, Taner Akalin, Fezal Ozdemir Tags: DERMOSCOPY Source Type: journals
Dermoscopy of Hair and Scalp Disorders: With Clinical and Pathological Correlations
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Source: Australasian Journal of Dermatology - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Alex Chamberlain Tags: BOOK REVIEWS Source Type: journals
Outcomes of Skin Surgery
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Source: Australasian Journal of Dermatology - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Alex Chamberlain Tags: BOOK REVIEWS Source Type: journals
General Dermatology: Requisites in Dermatology
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Source: Australasian Journal of Dermatology - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Sarah Brennand Tags: BOOK REVIEWS Source Type: journals
Cosmetic Dermatology: Requisites in Dermatology
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Source: Australasian Journal of Dermatology - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Adam T Sheridan Tags: BOOK REVIEWS Source Type: journals
MERVYN ROY GOLD
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Source: Australasian Journal of Dermatology - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: William Land Tags: OBITUARY Source Type: journals
ERRATUM
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Source: Australasian Journal of Dermatology - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Tags: ERRATUM Source Type: journals
New Zealand Dermatological Society Incorporated Annual Scientific Meeting
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Source: Australasian Journal of Dermatology - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Tags: ABSTRACTS Source Type: journals
Scabies and pyodermas – diagnosis and treatment
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Scabies and pyodermas are two of the commonest skin infections in tropical settings. They affect large numbers of people, particularly children, and account for a large burden of disease for peripheral health care teams. Despite this there have been significant advances in our knowledge of these diseases, their impact and their management. However there is a need to evaluate these developments in this specific setting, tropical health and in the context of communities with limited resources. This section will describe these advances and the challenges that remain.
Source: Dermatologic Therapy - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: R.J. Hay Tags: Original Articles Source Type: journals
Filariasis: diagnosis and treatment
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Filariasis is an infectious disease of the lymphatics and subcutaneous tissues caused by nematodes or filariae. Carried by mosquito vectors, this disease causes millions of people to suffer from lymphedema and elephantiasis, characteristics of filariasis infection. This disease can be diagnosed through the identification of microfilariae in blood or skin samples, antigen detection, radiographic imaging, or polymerase chain reaction. Mass drug administration by the World Health Organization has helped to diminish the incidence of filariasis. However, continued research on new drugs and vaccinations will be needed to control...
Source: Dermatologic Therapy - November 4, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Natalia Mendoza, Alexa Li, Amber Gill, Stephen Tyring Tags: Original Articles Source Type: journals
