MedWorm.com provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest items from the 'Acta Dermato-Venereologica' source. Wed, 08 Feb 2012 13:12:25 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5643181&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22277948%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Fujisawa T, Kadosaka T, Fujita H, Ando S, Takano A, Ogasawara Y, Kawabata H, Seishima M PMID: 22277948 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5643181 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5643181 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5643180&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22277979%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Misery L, Rahhali N, Duhamel A, Taieb C PMID: 22277979 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5643180 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5643180 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5643179&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22278209%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Salgado CG, Barreto JG PMID: 22278209 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5643179 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5643179 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5643178&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22278305%26dopt%3DAbstract This study describes the serum concentration and dermal distribution of HA, its receptor CD44 and the metalloproteinases 3 and 9 in skin biopsies from patients with different types of psoriatic arthritis. Fifty-one patients with psoriatic arthritis were included in the study and classified as oligo- or poly-arthritic PsA with and without treatment. Biopsies were obtained from both involved and non-involved skin and compared with biopsies from healthy individuals. Serum HA was analysed for estimation of the total turnover of HA. The main findings were an overall redistribution of HA in both involved and non-involved psoriatic skin and an epidermal imbalance between HA and CD44. The structurally and functionally important basement membrane zone was found to be disintegrated and devoid of HA ... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5643178 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5643178 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5643177&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22278341%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Koguchi H, Arita K, Yamane N, Shinkuma S, Shimizu H PMID: 22278341 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5643177 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5643177 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5643176&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22278389%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Bidier M, Zschoche C, Gholam P, Enk AH, Hadaschik EN PMID: 22278389 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5643176 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5643176 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5643175&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22278410%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Uhara H, Nakamura K, Mikoshiba Y, Miyake T, Okuyama R PMID: 22278410 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5643175 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5643175 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5643174&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22278615%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Gånemo A, Sommerlund M, Vahlquist A PMID: 22278615 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5643174 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5643174 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5643173&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22278662%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Umar N, Yamamoto S, Loerbroks A, Terris D Abstract There is a growing advocacy to incorporate patients' preferences in psoriasis treatment. The aim of this study was to critically review the scientific evidence regarding the elicitation and use of patients' preferences in psoriasis treatment. Published studies were systematically identified through PubMed, the Cochrane Library, the Web of Knowledge, and PsychINFO. Additional studies were identified by reviewing the reference lists of retrieved articles and through contact with experts in the field. Included studies involved the elicitation or use of patient preferences related to the treatment of psoriasis or psoriatic arthritis. Twenty-three studies were included in the review. The earliest articles were published in the ... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5643173 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5643173 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5643172&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22278701%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Fors R, Persson M, Bergström E, Stenlund H, Stymne B, Stenberg B Abstract The aim of this study was to estimate the prevalence of life-style practices in adolescents and their association with nickel allergy. Upper secondary school pupils (n = 4,376; 15-23 years) were patch-tested for nickel aller-gy, follow-ing completion of a questionnaire (answered by 6,095). Almost 86% girls and 21% of boys reported piercing. More girls (6%) than boys (3%) had a tattoo. Twenty-six percent of the girls and 18% of the boys were regular smokers. Vegetarian/vegan diets were reported by 20% of girls and by 6% of boys. Piercing, female gender, and vocational programme increased the risk of nickel allergy, whereas orthodontic appliance treat-ment prior to piercing reduced the risk of n... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5643172 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5643172 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5643171&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22278733%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Niiyama S, Amoh Y, Watarai A, Katsuoka K, Mukai H PMID: 22278733 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5643171 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5643171 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5643170&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22281779%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Diepgen TL, Pfarr E, Zimmermann T Abstract This non-interventional observational open study (TOCCATA, sponsored by Basilea Pharmaceutica Germany) investigated the use of alitretinoin to treat chronic hand eczema under daily "real life" medical practice conditions in Germany. A total of 349 dermatologists through-out Germany enrolled 680 adult patients with chronic hand eczema. Patients were prescribed and treated with alitretinoin in accordance with the summary of product characteristics. The maximum observation duration was 24 weeks, with efficacy and safety parameters evaluated every 4 weeks. Efficacy was primarily evaluated by assessing disease severity according to the Physician Global Assessment. In total, 56.7% of patients achieved a Physician Global Assessment ratin... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5643170 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5643170 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5643169&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22281814%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Karashima T, Hashikawa K, Ono F, Eguchi H, Hamada T, Ishii N, Dainichi T, Yasumoto S, Tsuruta D, Hashimoto T PMID: 22281814 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5643169 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5643169 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5565169&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22215011%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Vahlquist A, Andersson A PMID: 22215011 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5565169 Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5565169 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5565168&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22215012%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Baron JM, Lüscher B PMID: 22215012 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5565168 Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5565168 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5565167&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22215013%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Sütterlin S, Tano E, Bergsten A, Tallberg AB, Melhus A Abstract Silver-based dressings have been used extensively in wound management in recent years, but data on their antimicrobial activity in the clinical setting are limited. In order to explore their effects on chronic leg ulcer flora, 14 ulcers were cultured after at least 3 weeks treatment with Aquacel Ag® or Acticoat®. Phenotypic and genetic silver resistance were investigated in a total of 56 isolates. Silver-based dressings had a limited effect on primary wound pathogens, which were present in 79% of the cultures before, and 71% after, treatment. One silver-resistant Enterobacter cloacae strain was identified (silver nitrate minimal inhibitory concentration (MIC) > 512 mg/l, positive for silE, silS and s... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5565167 Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5565167 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5565166&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22215014%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Kiniwa Y, Ashida A, Ohashi A, Kitoh R, Fukuda S, Hashimoto T, Okuyama R PMID: 22215014 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5565166 Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5565166 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5565165&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22215015%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Oh YJ, Shin MK, Lee MH PMID: 22215015 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5565165 Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5565165 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5537346&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22169934%26dopt%3DAbstract We report here a case of an infant with an unusual transformation of a congenital spindle cell naevus of the umbilical region, and discuss clinical, histological and genomic criteria. PMID: 22169934 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5537346 Thu, 15 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5537346 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5537345&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22169968%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Lemeray J, Guillot B, Dereure O PMID: 22169968 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5537345 Thu, 15 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5537345 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5537344&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22169986%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Inzinger M, Weger W, Salmhofer W, Wolf P PMID: 22169986 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5537344 Thu, 15 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5537344 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5537343&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22170044%26dopt%3DAbstract In conclusion, older patients showed significantly higher serum tryptase levels and heterophilic interference was of subordinate relevance. PMID: 22170044 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5537343 Thu, 15 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5537343 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5537342&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22170091%26dopt%3DAbstract In conclusion, high reliability and concurrent validity was found for VAS, NRS and VRS. On re-test, higher correlation and less missing values were observed. A training session before starting a clinical trial is recommended. PMID: 22170091 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5537342 Thu, 15 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5537342 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5537341&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22170162%26dopt%3DAbstract In this study the frequency of contact allergy to gold in 83 patients with oral lichen lesions was compared with that in two control groups, comprising 319 age- and gender-matched patients with dermatitis selected from files and 83 clinically examined dermatitis patients. All patients were tested epicutaneously with gold sodium thiosulphate. The two control groups tested were under examination for a tentative diagnosis of allergic dermatitis not related to oral problems. The frequency of contact allergy to gold was 28.9% in the patients with oral lichen lesions, 18.2% in patients selected from files, and 22.9% in the clinically examined control patients. The difference in frequency between patients with oral lichen lesions and those taken from files was statistically significant. PMID:... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5537341 Thu, 15 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5537341 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5537340&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22170181%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Gauglitz GG, Callenberg H, Weindl G, Korting HC Abstract Recognition of Candida albicans is mediated by several classes of pattern-recognition receptors, including Toll-like receptors and C-type lectin receptors. Cell wall components of C. albicans, interact with the pattern-recognition receptors, which are expressed by different cells, primarily antigen-presenting cells. This review aims to discuss the different pattern-recognition receptors responsible for recognition of special structures of C. albicans, which are known to activate intracellular signals that finally lead to directed and efficient host defence. PMID: 22170181 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5537340 Thu, 15 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5537340 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5537339&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22170236%26dopt%3DAbstract In this study a total of 405 patients were evaluated. The ENDA guidelines were extended, to include a 7-day oral treatment (p.o.7) with penicillin for all patients who were negative in the ENDA programme. Among the 405 patients; 85 had an immediate reaction to penicillin, and a further 13 reacted during p.o.7. Among the 307 patients with a negative outcome, 88 had a case history of reaction to other β-lactam antibiotics and were subsequently tested with the culprit drug. Thirteen patients had a positive outcome: 3 on single-dose challenge and 10 during p.o.7. The extended penicillin diagnostic work-up was positive in 111 patients, 30.0% showed immediate reactions and 5.7% reacted during p.o.7. Approximately 20% of all patients with positive outcome during penicillin challenge are detected... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5537339 Thu, 15 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5537339 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5537338&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22170261%26dopt%3DAbstract In conclusion, PDT with MAL is a fast, effective and well-tolerated treatment for unilesional mycosis fungoides. PMID: 22170261 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5537338 Thu, 15 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5537338 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5537337&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22170286%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Günther C, Aringer M, Lochno M, Kämmerer E, Bauer A, Wozel G, Meurer M PMID: 22170286 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5537337 Thu, 15 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5537337 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5426353&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22068206%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Fukunaga A, Shimizu H, Tanaka M, Kikuzawa A, Tsujimoto M, Sekimukai A, Yamashita J, Horikawa T, Nishigori C Abstract Food-dependent exercise-induced anaphylaxis (FDEIA) is a severe systemic syndrome induced by physical exercise after ingesting causative food. Aspirin is a well-known trigger for anaphylaxis in patients with FDEIA. Possible mechanisms by which symptoms are aggravated by aspirin include enhanced antigen absorption and mast cell activation. The aim of this study was to determine whether aspirin intake has an influence on mast cell/basophil activation in patients with FDEIA. Provocation tests revealed that adding aspirin to the causative food challenge in 7 of 9 (77.8%) patients with FDEIA provoked symptoms. In most cases, pretreatment with aspirin did not enha... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5426353 Wed, 09 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5426353 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5426352&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22068260%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Orgaz-Molina J, Husein-Elahmed H, Soriano-Hernández MI, Arias-Santiago S PMID: 22068260 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5426352 Wed, 09 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5426352 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5426351&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22068306%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Sattler EC, Lang MU, van Steensel MA, van Geel M, Schneider JJ, Flaig MJ, Ruzicka T, Burgdorf W, Steinlein OK PMID: 22068306 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5426351 Wed, 09 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5426351 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5426350&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22068367%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Pallesen KA, Robinson S, Toft P, Andersen KE PMID: 22068367 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5426350 Wed, 09 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5426350 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5426349&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22068440%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Halvorsen JA, Dalgard F, Thoresen M, Bjertness E, Lien L Abstract The association between itch and suicidal ideation has not been explored previously in the general population. The aim of the present study is to analyse the association between itch and suicidal ideation in adolescents, and to compare the findings with an expected association between pain and suicidal ideation in the same sample. A total of 4,744 adolescents were invited to join the questionnaire-based study. The participation rate was 80%. The prevalence of suicidal ideation among those who reported no itch was 8.4% vs 21.1% among those who reported severe itch. Significant association between itch and suicidal ideation was found in a multivariate model (odds ratio 3.0, 95% confidence interval (CI) 2.1-4.2... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5426349 Wed, 09 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5426349 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5382638&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22041865%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Nobbe S, Dziunycz P, Mühleisen B, Bilsborough J, Dillon SR, French LE, Hofbauer GF Abstract Interleukin-31 (IL-31) is a recently discovered cytokine expressed in many human tissues, and predominantly by activated CD4+ T cells. IL-31 signals through a heterodimeric receptor consisting of IL-31 receptor alpha (IL-31RA) and oncostatin M receptor beta (OSMR). Earlier studies have shown involvement of IL-31 and its receptor components IL-31RA and OSMR in atopic dermatitis, pruritus and Th2-weighted inflammation at the mRNA level. The aim of this study was to investigate IL-31 protein expression in skin of such conditions. Immunohisto-chemical staining for IL-31, IL-31RA and OSMR was performed in formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded biopsy specimens. IL-31 expression was increased ... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5382638 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5382638 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5382637&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22041917%26dopt%3DAbstract We describe here a patient with chronic lymphocytic leukaemia, who presented simultaneously non-contiguous bilateral and chronic herpes zoster lasting for more than 2 months, with resistance to aciclovir. To our knowledge, this is the first report of chronic herpes zoster duplex bilateralis. Physicians should be aware of and recognize these atypical manifestations of varicella zoster virus. PMID: 22041917 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5382637 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5382637 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5382636&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22041944%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Orouji A, Kiewert A, Filser T, Goerdt S, Peitsch WK PMID: 22041944 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5382636 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5382636 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5382635&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22041995%26dopt%3DAbstract We report here clinical aspects of 8 patients from the Munich area who had purchased infected pet rats from a local supplier. Pet rats are a novel potential source of local outbreaks. The morphologically distinctive skin lesions are mostly restricted to the patients' necks, reflecting the infected animals' contact pattern. Individual lesions vaguely resemble orf or Milker's nodule, but show marked surrounding erythema, firm induration and local adenopathy. Older lesions develop eschar, leaving slow-healing, deep ulcerative defects after eschar separation. Severe flu-like illness may be present in the acute phase. Smallpox-vaccinated patients tend to develop less severe reactions and heal more quickly. The differential diagnosis may include other localized orthopoxvirus infections, herpes s... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5382635 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5382635 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5382634&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22042041%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Mehren CR, Gniadecki R PMID: 22042041 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5382634 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5382634 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5382633&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22042092%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Piñeiro L, Unemo M, Cilla G PMID: 22042092 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5382633 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5382633 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5382632&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22042164%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Minder E PMID: 22042164 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5382632 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5382632 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5382631&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22042233%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Han JH, Choi HK, Kim SJ PMID: 22042233 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5382631 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5382631 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5331981&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22001863%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Due E, Blomberg M, Skov L, Zachariae C PMID: 22001863 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5331981 Mon, 17 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5331981 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5331980&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22001914%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Ibler K, Bryld LE, Nielsen PL, Jemec GB PMID: 22001914 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5331980 Mon, 17 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5331980 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5331979&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22002343%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Ezzedine K, Belin E, Guillet S, D'Almeida M, Droitcourt C, Accocebery I, Milpied B, Jouary T, Malvy D, Taieb A PMID: 22002343 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5331979 Mon, 17 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5331979 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5331978&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22002460%26dopt%3DAbstract In this study we evaluated a screening procedure for Neisseria gonorrhoeae (GC) from all sample sites in a low-prevalence setting. A total of 69,252 specimens submitted for Chlamydia trachomatis testing were also examined for GC on the BD Viper™ platform using the BD Probetec ET system. In order to avoid false-positive results all GC BD reactive samples were re-tested using a PCR method with the porA pseudogene as target. Using this method we screened 170% more samples for GC than in the previous year, in the same population, and diagnosed more than twice as many GC-positive episodes. The BD system can be used successfully to screen extra-genital as well as genital specimen types for GC in a low-prevalence area if it is combined with a validated confirmatory PCR test. PMID: 22002460 ... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5331978 Mon, 17 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5331978 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5331977&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22002516%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Engkilde K, Thyssen JP, Bangsgaard N, Menné T, Johansen JD PMID: 22002516 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5331977 Mon, 17 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5331977 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5331976&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22002555%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Weisshaar E, Ständer S PMID: 22002555 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5331976 Mon, 17 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5331976 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5331975&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22002589%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Weisshaar E, Büttner M, Ofenloch R, Matterne U PMID: 22002589 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5331975 Mon, 17 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5331975 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5331974&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22002635%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Gebhardt E, Eberlein B, Przybilla B, Gilbertz KP, Placzek M PMID: 22002635 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5331974 Mon, 17 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5331974 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5331973&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22002668%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Mansur AT, Aydingoz IE PMID: 22002668 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5331973 Mon, 17 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5331973 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5331972&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22002738%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Zachariae R, Lei U, Hædersdal M, Zachariae C Abstract The aim of this study was to examine the validity of a Danish adaptation of the Itch Severity Scale (ISS) by exploring the associations between pruritus severity, psychological symptoms, and quality of life in a consecutively recruited sample of 20 patients with atopic dermatitis, 20 with psoriasis, 20 with urticaria, 12 with genital pruritus, 11 with nephrogenic pruritus, and 20 controls with vascular malformations. Convergent and discriminative validity was explored by analysing the associations of the ISS total score and the individual ISS component scores with age, sex, diagnosis, disease severity, sleep quality, depressive symptoms, anxiety, non-specific somatic symptoms, and pruritus-related quality of life impai... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5331972 Mon, 17 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5331972 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5331971&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22002792%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Wongkitisophon P, Chanprapaph K, Rattanakaemakorn P, Vachiramon V Abstract Drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS) is a rare, severe adverse drug reaction. The aim of this study was to characterize the aetiology, clinical features, laboratory findings, and management of patients with DRESS, diagnosed from January 2005 to April 2010 in a tertiary centre in Thailand. Twenty-seven patients were included in the study with a mean age of 52 years. Phenytoin, allopurinol, and nevirapine were the most commonly implicated medications. Mean duration of drug administration before the onset of symptoms was 34 days. The latent period was longer for allopurinol (103 days) and shorter for nevirapine (10 days). Skin rash was seen in all patients, while fever and lymp... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5331971 Mon, 17 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5331971 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5331970&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22002814%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Chandra M, Levitt J, Pensabene CA Abstract Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation after acne can be as troublesome as the acne itself. Hydroquinone, a tyrosinase inhibitor, in a 4% cream can be used safely twice daily for up to 6 months to treat post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. The efficacy of this treatment can be enhanced by using a retinoid nightly and a mid-potent steroid, which is applied twice daily for 2 weeks, then at weekends only. Combination creams help with compliance, but often lack the strongest individual ingredients. Because steroids should not be applied to the face for prolonged periods, care should be taken when a hydroquinone cream containing a steroid is chosen. If post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation consists of a few lesions, spot therapy is useful. ... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5331970 Mon, 17 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5331970 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5331969&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22002855%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Hinz T, Ehler LK, Hornung T, Voth H, Fortmeier I, Maier T, Höller T, Schmid-Wendtner MH Abstract Optical coherence tomography (OCT) is a new imaging method with promising results for several dermatological indications, including preoperative skin tumour characterization. While high-frequency ultrasound (HFUS) is frequently used for this purpose, overestimation of tumour thickness is a problem, due to subtumoral inflammatory infiltration that cannot be differentiated from tumour tissue. The aim of this single-centre study was to describe OCT features of basal cell carcinoma (BCC) and to determine vertical tumour thickness accurately, including a comparison with HFUS and histopathology. Tumour thickness values of 10 BCCs measured by OCT did not differ significantly from tho... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5331969 Mon, 17 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5331969 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5266488&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21952646%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Kito Y, Hashizume H, Tokura Y PMID: 21952646 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5266488 Wed, 28 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5266488 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5266487&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21952674%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Kluger N, Francès P PMID: 21952674 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5266487 Wed, 28 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5266487 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5266486&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21952721%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Hong CH, Yu HS, Ko YC, Chang WC, Chuang HY, Chen GS, Lee CH PMID: 21952721 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5266486 Wed, 28 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5266486 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5266485&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21952746%26dopt%3DAbstract In conclusion, 20 mg/day isotretinoin was rapidly efficient for reducing both inflammatory lesions and erythema in rosacea. PMID: 21952746 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5266485 Wed, 28 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5266485 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5266484&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21953350%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Korekawa A, Nakajima K, Nishikawa Y, Matsuzaki Y, Nakano H, Sawamura D PMID: 21953350 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5266484 Wed, 28 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5266484 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5266483&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21953408%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Kiyohara T, Sawai T, Kumakiri M PMID: 21953408 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5266483 Wed, 28 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5266483 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5266482&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21953477%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Chaigne B, Lagier L, Aubourg A, Demuret A, Jonville-Bera AP, Machet L, Samimi M PMID: 21953477 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5266482 Wed, 28 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5266482 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5234684&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21918791%26dopt%3DAbstract In conclusion, the Turkish version of CU-Q2oL is a reliable, valid, and sensitive instrument, which will help to characterize better the clinical impact of chronic spontaneous urticaria and treatment outcomes in Turkish patients. Its identical scale structure to that of other CU-Q2oL instruments makes it ideal for cross-cultural comparisons and for its application in future national and multinational studies. PMID: 21918791 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5234684 Thu, 15 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5234684 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5234683&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21918792%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Martins HP, da Silva MC, Cássia L, Svidzinski TI, Consolaro ME Abstract The aim of this study was to determine and compare the efficacy of treatment with fluconazole and nystatin in Brazilian women with vaginal Candida. In a population of 932 women, vaginal cultures were performed for yeasts, whether or not the women showed signs and symptoms of vulvovaginal candidiasis. Yeasts were isolated from 12.2% of the women (114/932): 53.2% of the yeasts were Candida albicans, 27.0% C. glabrata, 13.5% C. tropicalis and 6.3% C. parapsilosis. Treatment was carried out with both drugs. The overall mean cure rates with fluconazole (87.0%) and nystatin (74.0%) were similar; among women with non-albicans, the cure rate with fluconazole was 100%, whereas that with nystatin was 44.4%. The... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5234683 Thu, 15 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5234683 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5234682&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21918793%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Bauer W, Spazierer D, Klein I, Stary G, Wöhrl S, Wagner SN, Knobler R, Müllauer L, Stingl G PMID: 21918793 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5234682 Thu, 15 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5234682 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5234681&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21918794%26dopt%3DAbstract In conclusion, photodynamic therapy is only appropriate for treatment of superficial basal cell carcinoma, and, age above 60 years and histology showing nodular basal cell carcinoma are independent risk factors for developing a recurrent basal cell carcinoma. PMID: 21918794 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5234681 Thu, 15 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5234681 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5221149&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21901244%26dopt%3DAbstract We report here the first two cases of morphea profunda treated with abatacept. Abatacept had a clinical effect on the active disease, in addition to softening old sclerotic lesions. PMID: 21901244 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5221149 Wed, 07 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5221149 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5180146&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21874217%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Nørgaard C, Glud M, Gniadecki R Abstract The increased incidence of cutaneous malignant melanoma, together with only minor changes in mortality, has brought into question the existence of a melanoma epidemic. The discrepancy between incidence and mortality suggests that most newly diagnosed melanomas have indolent behaviour. This review summarizes the most recent epidemiological findings regarding the incidence of cutaneous malignant melanoma, mortality, Breslow thickness and clinical stage. Studies published between 2005 and 2010 with more than 2,000 test subjects were included in this review. These studies all report an increase in incidence of melanoma during the last few decades, with by far the highest increase in tumours at a very early stage (T1 or IA). Little or n... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5180146 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5180146 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5180145&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21874218%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Bergeret L, Black D, Theunis J, Misery L, Chauveau N, Aubry F, Gros H, Viallard G, Celsis P Abstract Skin-brain signalling in itch reactions has been demonstrated with neuroimaging techniques showing specific brain activation. With positron emission tomography (PET), the itch model used must be adapted to technical and practical constraints. The technique of itch induction by histamine iontophoresis enables modulation of the sensation via the electrical charge applied. This itch model was validated on normal forearm skin of 56 subjects, with itch visual analogue scores peaking to approximately 1.0 cm after 3-4 min, falling to 0.2 cm at 15 min, with no influence of sex, zone, or order. Subsequently, the model was used in a PET study on 14 male volunteers, comparing histamin... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5180145 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5180145 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5180144&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21874219%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Josefson A, Svensson A, Färm G, Engfeldt M, Meding B Abstract The aim of this study was to investigate the validity of self-patch testing for nickel allergy, in order to determine a cost-effective method for surveillance of the prevalence of nickel allergy. Population-based study including patch testing is the most reliable method to study the prevalence of allergy, but it is expensive and has logistical problems. A total of 191 dermatology patients referred to patch testing were provided with a self-test package with written instructions. The self-test was applied on the arm by the patient, on the same day that the regular patch test was applied on the back. The patient evaluated the self-test before patch test reading at the clinic. Patch test at the dermatology clinic ... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5180144 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5180144 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5180143&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21874220%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Zotti M, Machetti M, Persi A, Barabino G, Parodi A PMID: 21874220 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5180143 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5180143 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5180142&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21874221%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: PMID: 21874221 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5180142 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5180142 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5180141&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21879233%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Bae BG, Oh SH, Park CO, Noh S, Noh JY, Kim KR, Lee KH Abstract The aims of this study were to validate the efficacy of progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) in patients with atopic dermatitis and to evaluate the serological parameters that may serve as objective measures of the efficacy of PMR. A total of 25 patients with atopic dermatitis were randomly assigned to either a PMR group (n = 15) or a control group (n = 10). Serum levels of nerve growth, neuropeptide Y, and Th2 cytokines (IL-4, IL-5, and IL-13) were measured at baseline and after one month. At baseline, only anxiety was positively correlated with pruritus score (state anxiety: R = 0.496, p = 0.014; trait anxiety: R = 0.423, p = 0.04). Serum levels of neuropeptide Y were inversely related ... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5180141 Tue, 30 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5180141 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5180140&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21879234%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Douroudis K, Kingo K, Traks T, Reimann E, Raud K, Rätsep R, Mössner R, Silm H, Vasar E, Kõks S PMID: 21879234 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5180140 Tue, 30 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5180140 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5180139&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21879235%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Harvima IT, Nilsson G Abstract Mast cells are known to be the effector cells of immediate-type allergy, but experimental evidence obtained during the last decade has revealed their role in innate and acquired immunity. Upon activation mast cells can undergo an anaphylactic or piecemeal degranulation or degranulation-independent mediator secretion, resulting in rapid or slow release of soluble mediators, such as serine proteinases, histamine, lipid-derived media-tors, cytokines, chemokines and growth factors. Mast cells can express different receptors and ligands on the cell surface, molecules that can activate the cells of the immune system, such as different subsets of T cells. All these mediators and cell surface molecules can promote inflammation in the skin. During the... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5180139 Tue, 30 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5180139 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5180138&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21879236%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Asahina A, Uno K, Fujita H PMID: 21879236 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5180138 Tue, 30 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5180138 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5180137&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21879237%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Jiang W, Sun TT, Lei PC, Zhu XJ Abstract Dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa pruriginosa (DEB-Pr) is a rare variant of dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (DEB) due to dominant or recessive mutations in the COL7A1 gene. More than 40 mutations in COL7A1 have been described in DEB-Pr. The aim of this study was to understand the genotype-phenotype correlation in Chinese patients with DEB-Pr. Three Chinese families with typical clinical features of DEB-Pr were studied. The results were analysed in association with the eight Chinese DEB-Pr patients reported in the literature. In the three Chinese families with DEB-Pr, we found two dominant cases with G1773R and c.6900+1G>C mutations, and one case with heterozygous G2701W mutation of uncertain inheritance mode. In the 10 Chinese pa... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5180137 Tue, 30 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5180137 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5180136&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21879238%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Yu R, Satoh T, Wakabayashi T, Ueda N, Yokozeki H PMID: 21879238 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5180136 Tue, 30 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5180136 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5180135&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21879239%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Tanaka A, Goto Y, Iwade M, Uhara H, Okuyama R PMID: 21879239 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5180135 Tue, 30 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5180135 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5180134&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21879240%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Sugita K, Kabashima K, Tokura Y PMID: 21879240 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5180134 Tue, 30 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5180134 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5180133&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21879241%26dopt%3DAbstract We report here the first case of two primary MCCs arising on the face at different times, associated with MCV infection. The tumour on the patient's right cheek was surgically removed, followed by chemoradiation. After a 10-year tumour-free period, a new tumour developed on the patient's left cheek. Histological and immunohistochemical findings were consistent with MCC. The tumours had high MCV copy numbers and expressed large T antigen, which may play a major role in MCV-mediated carcinogenesis. This case highlights the close links between MCC and MCV. PMID: 21879241 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5180133 Tue, 30 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5180133 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5180132&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21879242%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Lee EJ, Shin MK, Lee MH PMID: 21879242 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5180132 Tue, 30 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5180132 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5180131&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21879243%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Hrehorów E, Salomon J, Matusiak L, Reich A, Szepietowski JC Abstract Stigmatization is defined as having a discrediting mark that leads to social discrimination and alienation. The aim of this study was to estimate the level of stigmatization experienced by patients with psoriasis. A total of 102 individuals with psoriasis were recruited and was assessed using the 6-item Stigmatization Scale and the 33-item Feelings of Stigmatization Questionnaire. In addition, quality of life, stress and depression were evaluated. The majority of patients felt that they were stigmatized by psoriasis. The most bothersome aspect was that other people stared at their skin changes. According to the 33-item questionnaire, anticipation of rejection and feelings of guilt and shame were the majo... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5180131 Tue, 30 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5180131 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5180130&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21879244%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Glatz M, van Steensel MA, van Geel M, Steijlen PM, Wolf P PMID: 21879244 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5180130 Tue, 30 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5180130 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5180129&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21879245%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Matterne U, Apfelbacher CJ, Loerbroks A, Schwarzer T, Büttner M, Ofenloch R, Diepgen TL, Weisshaar E Abstract Pruritus is the most frequent symptom in dermatology. Its impact on quality of life is substantial. Epidemiological data on chronic pruritus (> 6 weeks) at the population level is sparse, but is important in order to understand the burden and risk factors of this distressing symptom. The aim of this population-based cross-sectional study was to estimate the point, 12-month and lifetime prevalence of chronic pruritus, assessing its association with sociodemographic variables and describing its characteristics. A validated postal questionnaire was sent to 4,500 individuals in from the German General population. Three contact attempts were made. The response rat... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5180129 Tue, 30 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5180129 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5180128&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21879246%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Wutte N, Berghold A, Krainberger I, Aberer E PMID: 21879246 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5180128 Tue, 30 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5180128 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5180127&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21879247%26dopt%3DAbstract In this study, 718 patients with chronic pruritus were analysed concerning lactase deficiency, demographic data, aetiology, duration and intensity of pruritus. A total of 154 patients were tested positive for lactase deficiency and 38.3% showed a significant anti-pruritic response to a lactose-free diet (minimum 4 weeks). The best results were observed in patients with pruritus of mixed or unknown origin (n = 91; 64% response). Age, sex, localization or duration had no significant influence on the anti-pruritic effect of a lactose-free diet. Lactase deficiency might be an independent causal factor in the elicitation of chronic pruritus. Thus, screening for lactase deficiency represents a rational step in the diagnostic work-up of chronic pruritus. In case of a positive test result, a l... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5180127 Tue, 30 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5180127 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5180126&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21879248%26dopt%3DAbstract In this study, the in vitro effect of adipose-derived stem cells (ADSCs) on proliferation, differentiation and migration of melanocytes was compared with that of keratinocytes using immunohistochemistry and a Boyden chamber migration assay. The proliferation and migration of melano-cytes was significantly stimulated by co-culture with ADSCs compared with melanocyte monocultures, al-though the effect of ADSCs was less powerful than that of keratinocytes. This may be related to increases in stem cell factor and basic fibroblast growth factor, growth factors for melanocytes, produced by the ADSCs. The ratios of melanocytes stained with antibodies against Trp-2, E-cadherin and N-cadherin were significantly increased by co-culturing with ADSCs compared with co-culturing with keratinocytes as we... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5180126 Tue, 30 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5180126 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5180125&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21879249%26dopt%3DAbstract We report here a case with an erythematous hyposensitive lesion in the palate and no skin lesions. In addition to routine tests, biopsies of the lesion in the palate and of clinically normal surrounding areas were performed and subjected to real-time PCR for detection of Mycobacterium leprae DNA. The biopsy of the oral lesion was positive for bacilli DNA, followed by positive serum anti-PGL-1 and Mitsuda test, but with negative histopathology. The patient was diagnosed with a borderline tuberculoid form. After multidrug therapy the lesion had significantly regressed and the bacilli DNA detection in the former lesion was negative. The bacilli DNA detection in an oral lesion by real-time PCR not only improved leprosy diagnosis, but also helped in the classification of clinical form, and in t... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5180125 Tue, 30 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5180125 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5180124&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21879250%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Koller S, Hofmann-Wellenhof R, Hayn D, Weger W, Kastner P, Schreier G, Salmhofer W Abstract Patients with psoriasis who are being treated with biologics require intensive monitoring. However, the monitoring tool teledermatology is not commonly used. We investigated the applicability of a mobile phone based teledermatological system for monitoring psoriasis patients on biologic therapy. Nineteen patients were given mobile phones with built-in cameras, in order to transmit health status data and images (mobile visits) weekly for a 6-month period. Face-to-face visits were carried out at weeks 0, 4, 12 and 24. Image quality, the Psoriasis Area and Severity Index (PASI), the handling of adverse events, and patients' feedback questionnaires were evaluated. Ninety-five percent of... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5180124 Tue, 30 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5180124 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5180123&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21879251%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Kurgyis Z, Varga R, Sick I, Lang MU, Ruzicka T, Sárdy M PMID: 21879251 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5180123 Tue, 30 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5180123 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5011957&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21727992%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Kluger N, Laipio J, Virolainen S, Ranki A, Koljonen V PMID: 21727992 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5011957 Mon, 04 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5011957 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5011956&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21727993%26dopt%3DAbstract In conclusion, plasma-mediated bipolar radio-frequency ablation has a general microbicidal effect in vitro on microbes relevant to wound infection independent of aerobic/anaerobic growth and thermal effect. PMID: 21727993 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5011956 Mon, 04 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5011956 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5011958&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21725584%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Zattra E, Salmaso R, Tonin E, Alaibac M PMID: 21725584 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5011958 Sun, 03 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5011958 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5011963&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21710104%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Yudina MM, Toropina GG, Lvov AN, Gieler U The aim of this study was to examine the findings of innovative neurophysiological methods of itch research. Short-latency and pain-related somatosensory-evoked potentials after electrical stimulation, as well as long-latency evoked potentials after thermal stimulation were studied in 38 patients with atopic dermatitis (AD) and 26 healthy volunteers. Quantitative Sensory Testing of thermal perception was performed in 22 patients with AD from the main AD group and in 15 healthy volunteers. Brain hyperactivity to electrical stimuli, delayed thermal-evoked potentials and elevated thermal thresholds were revealed in patients with AD compared with healthy controls. The data indicate small nerve fibre dysfunction in patients with AD, which m... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5011963 Mon, 27 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5011963 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5011962&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21710105%26dopt%3DAbstract We describe here two cases of urease-positive T. tonsurans infections with atypically extensive cutaneous lesions and severe inflammatory responses. PMID: 21710105 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5011962 Mon, 27 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5011962 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5011961&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21710106%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Shen Y, Wang T, Zhou C, Wang X, Ding X, Tian S, Liu Y, Peng G, Xue S, Zhou J, Wang R, Meng X, Pei G, Bai Y, Liu Q, Li H, Zhang J Acne vulgaris is a common skin condition in adolescents. The prevalence of acne is thought to vary between ethnic groups and countries. A large-scale community-based study was performed in six cities in China to determine the prevalence and possible risk factors for acne in the Chinese population. A total of 17,345 inhabitants were included in this study. Of these, 1399 were found to have acne. No acne was found in subjects under 10 years of age, and only 1.6% in the 10-year-old group had acne. Prevalence then increased rapidly with age, up to 46.8% in the 19-year-old group. After that, it declined gradually with age. Acne was rare in people over 50 ... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5011961 Mon, 27 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5011961 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5011960&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21710107%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Rezze GG, Leon A, Silva DC, Neves RI, Molina GC, Carraro DM, Landman G, Duprat JP PMID: 21710107 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5011960 Mon, 27 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5011960 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5011959&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21710108%26dopt%3DAbstract In conclusion, anti-convulsants, especially carbamazepine, were the most frequently implicated drugs, followed by antibiotics and NSAIDS. High-dose corticosteroids were effective in SJS, whereas intra-venous immunoglobulin were useful in TEN and SJS/TEN overlap syndrome. Key words: Stevens-Johnson syndrome; toxic epidermal necrolysis; Singapore. PMID: 21710108 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5011959 Mon, 27 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5011959 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4969041&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21681349%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Thyssen JP, Menné T, Zachariae C PMID: 21681349 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4969041 Thu, 16 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4969041 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4969040&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21681350%26dopt%3DAbstract We describe here 4 patients with Sézary syndrome masquerading as adult-onset atopic dermatitis. The patients presented with a clinical picture compatible with wide-spread atopic dermatitis and did not fulfil the criteria for Sézary syndrome (lack of lymphoadenopathy and blood involvement, skin histology without presence of atypical cells). In our patients, overt Sézary syndrome developed after immunosuppressive treatment (including cyclosporine). These cases support the validity of the concept of pre-Sézary syndrome, which is a long-lasting, pre-malignant condition, and which may develop to true malignancy in a state of immunosuppression. PMID: 21681350 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4969040 Thu, 16 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4969040 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4969039&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21681351%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Kito Y, Ito T, Hashizume H, Tokura Y PMID: 21681351 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4969039 Thu, 16 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4969039 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4969038&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21681352%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Grønhøj Larsen C, Thyssen JP PMID: 21681352 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4969038 Thu, 16 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4969038 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4969037&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21681353%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Yoshida Y, Shiomi T, Shindo M, Suyama Y, Nakayama B, Yamamoto O PMID: 21681353 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4969037 Thu, 16 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4969037 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4969036&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21681354%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Kuznetsov AV, Weisenseel P, Flaig MJ, Ruzicka T, Prinz JC PMID: 21681354 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4969036 Thu, 16 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4969036 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4969035&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21681355%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Feramisco JD, George T, Schulz SE, Ma HL, Metze D, Steinhoff M PMID: 21681355 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4969035 Thu, 16 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4969035 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4969034&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21681356%26dopt%3DAbstract This study examined the psychobehavioural characteristics of patients presenting for a diagnostic allergy work-up. Patients were interviewed and completed various self-rating questionnaires. Patient-Doctor interaction was evaluated, and the organic explicability of the patients' symptoms was rated by allergists. Patients with vs. those without MUS differed in several respects. Mental comorbidity, female sex, dissatisfaction with care, and a problematic countertransference (the interviewer's feelings towards the patient) independently predicted MUS. Patients whose symptoms could be explained organically reported more psychobeha-vioural problems than a control group of immuno-therapy patients. There were no differences in patient-doctor interaction. In patients with suspected allergies, reco... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4969034 Thu, 16 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4969034 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4969033&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21681357%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Suga H, Asano Y, Tamaki Z, Yamamoto M, Sugaya M, Shimizu J, Sato S PMID: 21681357 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4969033 Thu, 16 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4969033 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4969032&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21681358%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Jacobs F, Metzler G, Kubiak J, Röcken M, Schaller M PMID: 21681358 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4969032 Thu, 16 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4969032 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4969031&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21681359%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Ueharaguchi Y, Kabashima K, Shimizuhira C, Nakajo W, Kondo T, Kamiya T, Matsubara K, Kondo S PMID: 21681359 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4969031 Thu, 16 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4969031 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4969030&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21681360%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Paoli J, Daryoni S, Wennberg AM, Mölne L, Gillstedt M, Miocic M, Stenquist B Mohs micrographic surgery allows for complete micro-scopic examination of the surgical margin when treating aggressive and recurrent facial basal cell carcinomas. This leads to the highest cure rates and maximal preservation of healthy tissue. The 5-year recurrence rates of 587 aggressive and/or recurrent facial basal cell carcinomas treated during 1993 to 2003 at our centre were studied retrospectively. The resulting 5-year recurrence rates using Kaplan-Meier survival analysis were 2.1% for primary (previously untreated) tumours, 5.2% for recurrent basal cell carcinomas and 3.3% overall. In total, 87.9% of the tumours required at least two stages of Mohs micrographic surgery. The surgical defect's s... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4969030 Thu, 16 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4969030 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4969029&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21681361%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Meyer V, Schneider SW, Bonsmann G, Beissert S PMID: 21681361 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4969029 Thu, 16 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4969029 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4969028&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21681362%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Andres C, Belloni B, Jaeger T, Puchta U, Konstantinow A, Ring J, Flaig MJ PMID: 21681362 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4969028 Thu, 16 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4969028 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4969027&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21681363%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Di Stefani A, Gabellini M, Ferlosio A, Spagnoli LG, Chimenti S, Orlandi A PMID: 21681363 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4969027 Thu, 16 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4969027 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4969026&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21681364%26dopt%3DAbstract In conclusion, there was reasonable overall agreement between corresponding measurements. A biopsy thickness of 1.0 mm suggests that the tumour will most likely be within the current accepted limits for photodynamic therapy. With increasing tumour thickness, however, individual tumour measurements may differ considerably. PMID: 21681364 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4969026 Thu, 16 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4969026 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4969025&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21691703%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Hassan A, Amarger S, Tridon A, Ponard D, Souteyrand P, D'Incan M PMID: 21691703 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4969025 Thu, 16 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4969025 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4969042&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21667012%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Sibaud V, Dalenc F, Mourey L, Chevreau C PMID: 21667012 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4969042 Sun, 12 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4969042 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4823187&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21547335%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Hallermann C, Niermann C, Fischer RJ, Schulze HJ The aim of this study was retrospectively to assess the validity of the 2005 WHO-EORTC classification for primary cutaneous lymphomas (PCL) in a large cohort of patients of a single German skin cancer unit. All patients with PCLs consecutively visiting our hospital between January 1980 and December 2005 were included in a retrospective monocentre study, analysing their histological and clinical data. A total of 312 patients fulfilled the inclusion criteria for PCL. In 299 patients clinical information and paraffin material were sufficient for detailed classification. Of the 299 patients, 63% expressed a T-cell and 37% a B-cell phenotype. Mycosis fungoides was the entity with the highest frequency (30.9%), followed by primary cut... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4823187 Thu, 05 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4823187 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4823186&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21547336%26dopt%3DAbstract This study explored the usefulness of a novel cancer-associated gene, NAV3 and corresponding chromosome 12 copy numbers as possible biomarkers to monitor the therapeutic response to bexarotene in 21 Finnish patients with CTCL. Six patients (29%) reached complete remission (CR) and 3 of these remained in CR for more than 24 months, 12 (57%) reached a partial response (PR, with one stable disease) and 3 were non-responders. Low-level NAV3 deletions were detected using a fluorescence in-situ hybridization (FISH) assay in the lesions of 5 patients, 4 of whom were non-responders or progressed after short PR. This occurrence of NAV3 deletions was statistically significant compared with non-progressors (p = 0.011, Fisher's exact test). Chromosome 12 tetraploidy was found in the lesions of two... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4823186 Thu, 05 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4823186 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4823185&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21547337%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Bingefors K, Lindberg M, Isacson D Hand eczema is common and has an adverse impact on the lives of patients. There is a need for population-based surveys on the pharmacoepidemiological aspects, quality of life and impact of socioeconomic factors in hand eczema. The aim of this cross-sectional study was to investigate these factors. A questionnaire-based nationwide survey of health was performed, including questions on hand eczema, use of pharmaceuticals and socioeconomic factors. Quality of life was estimated with the generic instrument Short Form 36 (SF-36). The questionnaire was sent to 7,985 persons (age range 18-84 years), response rate 61.1% (n = 4,875). The 1-year prevalence of hand eczema in the study population was 7.5%. In this group, quality of life was lower. Al... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4823185 Thu, 05 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4823185 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4823184&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21547338%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Conte H, Milpied B, Kaloga M, Lalanne N, Belin E, Jouary T, Taieb A, Ezzedine K PMID: 21547338 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4823184 Thu, 05 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4823184 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4823183&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21547339%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Scheiba N, Viedt-Suelmann C, Schäkel K PMID: 21547339 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4823183 Thu, 05 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4823183 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4823182&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21547340%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Reich A, Welz-Kubiak K, Szepietowski JC PMID: 21547340 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4823182 Thu, 05 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4823182 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4823181&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21547341%26dopt%3DAbstract In conclusion, LL-37 was degraded by trypsin, but not by matrix metalloproteinase-9, and was fairly resistant to proteolytic cleavage ex vivo by incubation with wound fluid from non-healing venous leg ulcers. Thus, the proteolytic environment of chronic wounds does not seem to prevent the therapeutic use of topical LL-37. PMID: 21547341 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4823181 Thu, 05 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4823181 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4823180&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21547342%26dopt%3DAbstract In conclusion, current recommendations for LTBI diagnosis must be re-evaluated to account for the unique tuberculin hyperactive state of the skin of patients with psoriasis. PMID: 21547342 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4823180 Thu, 05 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4823180 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4823179&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21547343%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Jensen P, Zachariae C, Hansen P, Skov L Evidence is increasing that severe psoriasis is an independent cardiovascular risk factor. Results from case-control studies of endothelial dysfunction, a marker of early atherosclerosis, in patients with moderate-to-severe psoriasis have been conflicting and were conducted with operator-dependent and technically demanding ultrasound measurement of brachial artery flow-mediated vasodilation. Therefore, we decided to measure endothelial function and other cardiovascular risk factors in patients with mild-to-moderate psoriasis (n = 30) and controls (n = 30) using a newer and relatively operator-independent technique. No difference was detected between the groups with regards to endothelial function. However, despite the patients ex... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4823179 Thu, 05 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4823179 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4823178&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21547344%26dopt%3DAbstract "Bathing Trunk" Eruption of Papules and Nodules in a Young Woman: A Quiz. Acta Derm Venereol. 2011 May 6; Authors: Saggini A, Stefani AD, Saraceno R, Chimenti S PMID: 21547344 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4823178 Thu, 05 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4823178 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4823177&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21547345%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Pekki A, Sauni R, Vaalasti A, Toivio P, Huotari-Orava R, Hasan T PMID: 21547345 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4823177 Thu, 05 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4823177 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4823176&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21547346%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Ryberg K, Goossens A, Isaksson M, Gruvberger B, Zimerson E, Bruze M Disperse dyes are the most common contact sensitizers among textile dyes. The main aim of this study was to investigate the outcome of patch testing with a textile dye mix 6.6%. A total of 2,049 patients from Sweden and 497 from Belgium were tested with the mix, consisting of Disperse (D) Blue 35, D Yellow 3, D Orange 1 and 3, D Red 1 and 17, 1.0% each, and D Blue 106 and D Blue 124, 0.3% each. Of the total number, 65 patients, 2.6%, tested positively to the mix, 4.2% of the Belgian patients and 2.1% of the Swedish patients. Patch testing with the mix 6.6% revealed significantly more patients with contact allergy compared with testing with a previous mix 3.2% (p < 0.01). Contact allergy to the mix was s... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4823176 Thu, 05 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4823176 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4823175&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21547347%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Brockhoff G, Bock M, Gantner S, Hafner C PMID: 21547347 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4823175 Thu, 05 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4823175 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4823174&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21547348%26dopt%3DAbstract We describe here the case of a 68-year-old man with multiple actinic keratosis on the forehead, upper trunk and on the left cheek. In addition, an exulcerated basal cell carcinoma was observed. The patient was advised only to treat lesions on the forehead with imiquimod cream. This resulted in complete clearance of actinic keratosis within 6 weeks. At follow-up, a planned surgical excision of the basal cell carcinoma and actinic keratosis on the cheek was carried out. Histopathologically, both excision specimens no longer showed features of basal cell carcinoma or actinic keratosis, despite the fact that the imiquimod treatment was not applied to the cheek. Imiquimod cream is a topical immune response modifier, which has shown antiviral and anti-tumorous properties by inducing the producti... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4823174 Thu, 05 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4823174 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4823200&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21537818%26dopt%3DAbstract The objective of this study was to compare changes in quality of life and psychosocial distress, and overall cost-effective-ness, in patients with psoriasis receiving the modified Goeckerman regimen (UV irradiation and coal tar) with those receiving conventional treatment. Patients with moderate/severe psoriasis receiving the Goeckerman regimen were followed from admission to discharge. Clinical severity, was evaluated weekly using the Psoriasis Area and Severity Index (PASI). Psoriasis Disability Index (PDI) and Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) questionnaires were applied at admission and one month after discharge. Thirty-six patients with psoriasis receiving conventional treatment and 48 patients receiving the Goeckerman regimen were recruited to the study. The mean PASI scor... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4823200 Mon, 02 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4823200 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4823199&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21537819%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Onsun N, Su O, Balsever Kural Y, Erdemoglu Y, Buyukbabani N, Demirkesen C, Aydin Y PMID: 21537819 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4823199 Mon, 02 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4823199 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4823198&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21537820%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Kawakami T, Soma Y PMID: 21537820 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4823198 Mon, 02 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4823198 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4823197&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21537821%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Suga H, Tsunemi Y, Sugaya M, Shinkuma S, Akiyama M, Shimizu H, Sato S PMID: 21537821 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4823197 Mon, 02 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4823197 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4823196&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21537822%26dopt%3DAbstract This study included four female patients diagnosed with SCLE, who presented with specific oral involvement consisting of palatal patches (three cases), buccal mucosal patches (one case), gingival keratotic erythema (one case), and lip lesions (one case). All patients presented with exuberant facial lesions, a condition not often observed in SCLE. Our findings suggest that oral involvement in SCLE may not be as rare as once thought, and that patients with intense facial lesions are at particular risk of developing oral lesions. PMID: 21537822 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4823196 Mon, 02 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4823196 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4823195&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21537823%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Ishitsuka Y, Ohara K, Otsuka F PMID: 21537823 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4823195 Mon, 02 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4823195 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4823193&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21537824%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: He Y, Reyes M, Sharon VR, Maverakis E PMID: 21537824 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4823193 Mon, 02 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4823193 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4823192&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21537825%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Zattra E, Zambello R, Marino F, Bordignon M, Alaibac M PMID: 21537825 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4823192 Mon, 02 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4823192 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4823191&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21537826%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Elmholdt TR, Pedersen M, Jørgensen B, Ramsing M, Olesen AB PMID: 21537826 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4823191 Mon, 02 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4823191 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4823190&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21537827%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Giehl KA, Schmuth M, Tosti A, De Berker DA, Crispin A, Wolff H, Frank J The autosomal dominantly inherited hair disorder pili annulati is characterized by alternating light and dark bands of the hair shaft. Concomitant manifestation of pili annulati with alopecia areata has been reported previously on several occasions. However, no systematic evaluation of patients manifesting both diseases has been performed. We studied the simultaneous or sequential occurrence of pili annulati and alopecia areata in individuals diagnosed in different European academic dermatology units. We included 162 Caucasian individuals from 14 extended families, comprising 76 affected and 86 unaffected family members. Statistical analysis showed that the frequency of alopecia areata among patients with ... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4823190 Mon, 02 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4823190 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4823210&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21461548%26dopt%3DAbstract This study focused on the possible involvement of GSTM1 and GSTT1 polymorphisms in risk modulation of cutaneous melanoma. Within a case-control study, the presence of the null polymorphism at GSTM1 and GSTT1 was investigated in 188 cases of cutaneous melanoma and 152 controls. Information on socio-demographic characteristics, medical history, sun exposure and pigmentary characteristics were collected for all subjects. Logistic regression was used to estimate odds ratio (OR) and 95% confidence intervals (CI). An interaction was suggested between the GSTM1 and GSTT1 "null" genotype and episodes of sunburn in childhood OR of interaction (1.65, 95% CI (95% CI) 0.27-9.94). The risk of melanoma among the subset of participants who reported sunburns in childhood and who had both null variants, wa... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4823210 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4823210 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4823206&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21461552%26dopt%3DAbstract We describe here a prototype diagnostic support software, which we have used to examine the ability of medical students (at the beginning and end of a dermatology attachment) and lay volunteers, to diagnose 12 images of common skin lesions. Overall, the non-experts using the software had a diagnostic accuracy of 98% (923/936) compared with 33% for the control group (215/648) (Wilcoxon p < 0.0001). We have demonstrated, within the constraints of a simplified clinical model, that novices' diagnostic scores are significantly increased by the use of a structured image database coupled with matching of index and referent images. The novices achieve this high degree of accuracy without any use of explicit definitions of likeness or rule-based strategies. PMID: 21461552 [PubMed - in pr... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4823206 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4823206 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4823205&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21461553%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Osada S, Ueno T, Inai S, Niimi Y, Nakamizo M, Ansai S, Kawana S PMID: 21461553 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4823205 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4823205 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4823203&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21479355%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Yaghoobi R, Khazanee A, Bagherani N, Tajalli M PMID: 21479355 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4823203 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4823203 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4823202&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21479356%26dopt%3DAbstract We report here our retrospective experience with the use of methotrexate in 8 patients (2 males and 6 females) with recalcitrant chronic urticaria who were not responding to high-dose first- and second-generation antihistamines. The mean duration of the disease prior to methotrexate treatment was 12 ± 8 months. Patients were treated for a mean duration of 4.5 months with a mean dose of 15 mg methotrexate/week. A complete response was achieved in 7 out of 8 patients (87%). Five out of the 7 patients were disease-free during a period of 1-10 months follow-up after discontinuing methotrexate and prednisone therapy. No serious adverse effects were reported. Methotrexate is an effective and safe treatment for chronic urticaria in patients who are not responsive to conventional therapy. PMI... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4823202 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4823202 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4823189&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21547333%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Uitto J PMID: 21547333 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4823189 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4823189 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4823188&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21547334%26dopt%3DAbstract Melanotropic Peptides: What Exactly is Meant by "Melanotan"? Acta Derm Venereol. 2011 May;91(3):377-8 Authors: Langan EA, Rhodes LE PMID: 21547334 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica) Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4823188 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4823188 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4823201&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21533325%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: O'Neill JL, Chan YH, Rapp SR, Yosipovitch G Differences in itch characteristics between different inflammatory dermatoses are not well described. The aim of this study was to assess differences in itch characteristics between patients with psoriasis and atopic dermatitis using a previously validated web-based questionnaire that was made available through the National Psoriasis Foundation and National Eczema Association for Science and Education websites. Participants rated frequency and intensity of itch, associated symptoms, itch descriptors, and effect of scratching. A total of 524 subjects with atopic dermatitis and 195 subjects with psoriasis completed the survey. Atopic dermatitis responders experienced more frequent and more intense itch. Associated sweating and heat sen... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4823201 Thu, 28 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4823201 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4823209&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21461549%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Hjortsberg C, Bergman A, Bjarnason A, Heikkilä H, Hjelmgren J, Svensson A, Tennvall GR Patient registries often lack indicators of the disease as experienced by patients, e.g. treatment satisfaction and self-assessed disease severity. There is scarce information about the relationship between these assessments and currently existing instruments used in treatment evaluation. Our objective was to explore the importance of these indicators among patients with psoriasis in Finland and Sweden, in relation to treatment patterns and current measures of health-related quality of life. Data were collected from a patient survey and a retrospective chart review for 273 patients over 12 months. To assess psoriasis treatment completely, it is necessary to consider the impact of the diseas... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4823209 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4823209 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4823208&cid=s_31718_12_f&fid=31718&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21461550%26dopt%3DAbstract In this study, we assessed the use of standardized, serum-free and bovine pituitary extract-free keratinocyte culture media in the development of a human skin equivalent. After culture at the air-liquid interface for 3 weeks on a fibroblast-populated collagen lattice, an orthokeratinized, pluristratified epithelium was produced which expressed cytokeratins, cornified cell envelope precursors (involucrin, transglutaminase 1, filaggrin) and desmosomal components (desmoglein and desmocollin 1 and 3, plakophilin 1) in a differentiation-specific manner. There was also evidence of basement membrane reconstitution with collagen IV/VII, laminin 5, α6 and β4 integrin subunit expression at the epithelial-matrix junction. Overall, our findings demonstrate that readily available, defined organotypic... Acta Dermato-Venereologica journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4823208 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4823208