An overlap of Cowden's disease and Bannayan-Riley-Ruvalcaba syndrome in the same family.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Methotrexate has been used both as monotherapy and as an adjunct to corticosteroids in the treatment of alopecia areata (AA), though there exists a paucity of definitive evidence and guidelines in this setting. OBJECTIVES:To 1) determine the efficacy and risks associated with methotrexate therapy for AA, 2)...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Phan K,Ramachandran V,Sebaratnam DF

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In a 4-year-old boy with steriod-resistant syndrome and extreme hyperlipidemia, an intense pruritic papular eruption developed on the trunk, buttocks, and extensor surface of the extremities. Findings from a skin biopsy specimen were consistent with an eruptive xanthoma. The patient was treated with gemfibrozil (Lopid...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Teltscher J,Silverman RA,Stork J

更新日期：1989-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Little is known about how individuals with a predisposition for rosacea appear in childhood. This retrospective, matched control, longitudinal study examined the relationship between childhood stye and adult rosacea. METHODS:The records of the Rochester Epidemiology Project were examined to identify patient...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Bamford JT,Gessert CE,Renier CM,Jackson MM,Laabs SB,Dahl MV,Rogers RS 3rd

更新日期：2006-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hirsutism in women is frequently associated with increased levels of androgens. Studies of biochemical changes, however, have yielded conflicting results. This study compares the findings in 30 hirsute women with normal menses and those of 30 hirsute women with abnormal cycles. Of the women with abnormal menstruation,...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Redmond GP,Bergfeld W,Gupta M,Bedocs NM,Skibinski C,Gidwani G

更新日期：1990-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Mycoplasma pneumoniae infection has been documented in erythema multiforme (EM) and Stevens-Johnson syndrome-toxic epidermal necrosis (SJS-TEN). Clinical aspects of M pneumoniae-related EM have been poorly described in the literature. OBJECTIVE:To highlight differences between M pneumoniae EM and non-M pneu...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Amode R,Ingen-Housz-Oro S,Ortonne N,Bounfour T,Pereyre S,Schlemmer F,Bequignon E,Royer G,Wolkenstein P,Chosidow O

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Technological advance in society and medicine has brought tremendous improvements and convenience but also a degree of depersonalization. The personal and pastoral aspects of medical practice, which are probably more important in helping patients toward health than we realize, are becoming increasingly stifled by heal...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Gibbs S

更新日期：2000-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hypopigmentation is an adverse outcome associated with carbon-dioxide (CO(2)) laser resurfacing. A 90-microsecond pulse produces a more favorable postoperative course of healing, erythema, and pain compared with a 900-microsecond dwell time. The rate of hypopigmentation after 90-microsecond pulsed CO(2) resu...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Lewis KG,Nahm WK,Schmidt AN,Moy RL

更新日期：2004-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The main limitation for the use of direct immunofluorescence in skin biopsies was the necessity for frozen tissue. In 1973 Michel et al reported use of a liquid fixative, consisting of ammonium sulfate, N-ethyl-maleimide, magnesium sulfate, and potassium citrate, for handling skin biopsy specimens. The present study i...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Niedecken HW,Lange CE

更新日期：1985-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Euxyl K 400 is a preservative system for cosmetics and toiletries that contains phenoxyethanol and methyldibromoglutaronitrile in a 4:1 ratio. In The Netherlands, Italy, and Germany, the prevalence of allergy to Euxyl K 400 has risen in the past 4 years and is currently 2% to 4% in patients suspected of having contact...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： De Groot AC,van Ginkel CJ,Weijland JW

更新日期：1996-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Patients with dark skin can present with morphologic variants, subtle disease presentations, and disease manifestations requiring unique management and therapies. With African Americans, Asians, and Hispanic Americans becoming a significant portion of the population, dermatologists must be able to diagnose and manage ...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Ebede T,Papier A

更新日期：2006-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To prevent DNA damage caused by the ultraviolet (UV) radiation of sunlight, sunscreens are commonly used to protect human skin. Current analysis of sunscreens' effectiveness is done through complicated procedures, including human exposure. OBJECTIVE:We sought to design a simple system using thymidine-thymid...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Maw KL,Caton-Williams J,Salon J,Huang Z

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Vulvar lichen sclerosus is a chronic condition usually responsive to topical corticosteroids. OBJECTIVE:We sought to evaluate the efficacy (reduction of signs and symptoms) and safety of clobetasol propionate 0.05% and tacrolimus 0.1% in the treatment of vulvar lichen sclerosus. METHOD:This double-blind, r...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Funaro D,Lovett A,Leroux N,Powell J

更新日期：2014-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Thirteen patients with moderate to severe rhinophyma were treated with electrosurgery. All patients achieved cosmetic improvement with minimal postoperative complications. Six of 13 patients noted an improvement in nasal breathing after treatment. Patients with a predominantly lobular rhinophyma achieved the best over...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Clark DP,Hanke CW

更新日期：1990-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Because Of Increasing Concern With The Ethical Challenges To Physicians In Recent Years, A Committee Of The Council Of Medical Specialty Societies (CMSS), Under The Chairmanship Of Sara C. Charles, Md, Organized A 2-DAY Symposium On The Ethic Of Medicine In April 1997. During This Conference 6 Workgroup Sessions Were ...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Sams WM

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Tissue resistance to insulin is a major feature underlying the development of acanthosis nigricans in many patients. We report two unusual cases of acanthosis nigricans with contrasting forms of insulin resistance and propose an algorithm for the evaluation of patients with acanthosis nigricans. Further, we present a ...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Rendon MI,Cruz PD Jr,Sontheimer RD,Bergstresser PR

更新日期：1989-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Dialogues in Dermatology, a monthly audio program from the American Academy of Dermatology, contains discussions between dermatologists on timely topics. Commentaries from Dialogues Editor-in-Chief Warren R. Heymann, MD, are provided after each discussion as a topic summary and are provided here as a special service t...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Heymann WR

更新日期：2008-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Novel tretinoin cream and gel formulations have been developed that incorporate polyolprepolymer-2, which is a material designed to help retain drug molecules in and on the skin when applied in topical vehicles. The results of preclinical and clinical investigations have confirmed the beneficial impact of such a vehic...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Quigley JW,Bucks DA

更新日期：1998-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Preventing death from malignant melanoma is the most pressing issue in preventive dermatology in the United States because the mortality rate has increased markedly. Dermatologists, as the physicians best suited by training to identify early malignant melanoma, need to take the lead in developing a national project of...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Howell JB

更新日期：1986-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The early experiments of Marion B. Sulzberger suggested that the skin played a vital role in the generation of allergic contact dermatitis and other delayed type hypersensitivity reactions. This lecture is presented in the historical context of Dr. Sulzberger's lifework and interest in mechanisms involved in delayed t...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Katz SI

更新日期：1985-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sound surgical technique is necessary to achieve excellent surgical outcomes. Despite the fact that dermatologists perform more office-based cutaneous surgery than any other specialty, few dermatologists have opportunities for practical instruction to improve surgical technique after residency and fellowship. This 2-p...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Miller CJ,Antunes MB,Sobanko JF

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The neutrophil function and plasma leukotactic activity of a patient with Sweet's syndrome and cystonodular acne were evaluated during a 2 1/2-year period. These studies demonstrated that chemotaxis was frequently slightly increased, especially during an exacerbation of Sweet's syndrome, but showed some decrease durin...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Kaplan SS,Wechsler HL,Basford RE,Zdziarski UE,Kuhns DB

更新日期：1985-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:As discussed in the first article in this continuing medical education series, angioinvasive fungal infections pose a significant risk to immunocompromised and immunocompetent patients alike, with a potential for severe morbidity and high mortality. The first article in this series focused on the epidemiology and clin...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Berger AP,Ford BA,Brown-Joel Z,Shields BE,Rosenbach M,Wanat KA

更新日期：2019-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The tumor necrosis factor (TNF) inhibitor etanercept has been demonstrated to be safe and effective for treating chronic plaque psoriasis in 3 clinical trials. OBJECTIVES:To refine efficacy results for etanercept on the basis of a larger population size through the integration of the 3 studies, and to deter...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Gordon K,Korman N,Frankel E,Wang H,Jahreis A,Zitnik R,Chang T

更新日期：2006-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Primary hyperoxaluria encompasses 3 rare genetic disorders of glyoxylate metabolism characterized by excessive urinary excretion of oxalic acid, resulting in oxalosis. Patients typically have recurrent calcium oxalate nephrolithiasis and nephrocalcinosis, leading to chronic renal failure and death from uremia. Oxalate...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Marconi V,Mofid MZ,McCall C,Eckman I,Nousari HC

更新日期：2002-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Epidermal spongiosis with exocytosis of eosinophils (ES) has been reported in biopsy specimens from patients with various dermatoses. Its diagnostic value and the patient's outcome remain poorly understood in those cases in which ES is not associated directly with diagnostic features of a bullous dermatosis....

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Ruiz E,Deng JS,Abell EA

更新日期：1994-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Vellus hair cysts were present from birth in two of four siblings and their mother. There has been no tendency for remission. This is the first report of vellus hair cysts appearing at birth, and the second report of a kindred in which there was apparent autosomal dominant inheritance. This disorder appears to represe...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Piepkorn MW,Clark L,Lombardi DL

更新日期：1981-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Retrospective data have suggested the effectiveness of intravenous immunoglobulins (IVIG) for solar urticaria (SU). OBJECTIVE:We sought to prospectively assess the efficacy of IVIG for SU. METHODS:We conducted a multicentric phase II study to test the efficacy of a single course of IVIG (2 g/kg) in patient...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Aubin F,Porcher R,Jeanmougin M,Léonard F,Bedane C,Moreau A,Schmutz JL,Marguery MC,Adamski H,Viguier M,Société Française de Photodermatologie.

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report a case of dermatomyositis presenting with cutaneous mucinosis as the sole manifestation. A malignancy screen revealed an underlying nasopharyngeal carcinoma. ...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Tan E,Tan SH,Ng SK

更新日期：2003-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1 (MEN 1) predisposes affected persons to neoplasms of the parathyroid glands, the endocrine pancreas, the anterior pituitary, and the duodenum. We report the first case of adult-onset multiple angiofibromas of the central face associated with MEN 1. Seven siblings also developed adul...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Hoang-Xuan T,Steger JW

更新日期：1999-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Malignant melanoma (MM) arising in a giant pigmented nevus (GPN) is a rare disease in adults with no large series published to our knowledge. OBJECTIVE:We sought to describe the characteristics, treatment, and survival of MM in GPN for adults. METHODS:Adults with invasive MM in GPN (n = 976) reported to th...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Turkeltaub AE,Pezzi TA,Pezzi CM,Dao H Jr

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00