Nail pigmentation due to hydroxycarbamide.

abstract：:A 70-year-old patient with a history of hypertension and hypercholesterolemia was referred for evaluation of necrotic toes. The patient had a history of several cerebrovascular accidents during the previous month. Initially, she developed sudden-onset left upper extremity weakness which, over the ensuing 4 days, progr...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Kimyai-Asadi A,Usman A,Milani F

更新日期：2000-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Prompt management of acute graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) may prevent its morbidity and mortality. Maculopapular (MP) eruption is a presenting sign of acute GVHD, but differentiation from other causes of MP rash is challenging. METHODS:A retrospective study was conducted among patients developing MP erupt...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Chanprapaph K,Leerunyakul K,Niparuck P,Rutnin S

更新日期：2021-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Demodex mites are almost ubiquitous on older adult skin but are infrequent in young children. In immunocompromised patients, demodicosis may be more frequent and severe, and systemic therapy may be needed to achieve clinical resolution. CASE REPORT:A six-year-old boy having maintenance chemotherapy for acut...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Damian D,Rogers M

更新日期：2003-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Khite (also known as fatlah in Egypt) is a manual technique of temporary vellus hair removal that is widely performed in the Middle East. METHODS:The technique of khite is reviewed as illustrated. RESULTS:Khite is an effective method of removing unwanted vellus hairs. CONCLUSIONS:Dermatologists in all par...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Abdel-Gawad MM,Abdel-Hamid IA,Wagner RF Jr

更新日期：1997-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Dextranomer, a high molecular weight dextran derivative, was evaluated in 43 patients, and found to be the treatment of choice for decubitus ulcers. It is useful in most leg ulcers and cutaneous wounds, and can aid in the nursing care of terminal patients with gangrene or uclerating carcinoma. Dextranomer hastens the ...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Parish LC,Witkowski JA

更新日期：1979-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patients with seborrheic keratoses frequently desire an effective topical therapy for seborrheic keratoses. OBJECTIVE:To compare topical calcipotriene, topical tazarotene, and topical imiquimod with standard cryosurgery in the treatment of seborrheic keratoses. METHODS:Fifteen patients with numerous seborr...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Herron MD,Bowen AR,Krueger GG

更新日期：2004-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The association of lichen planus with Hepatitis C virus (HCV) has been widely reported in the literature. No such association, however, has been reported amongst black Africans in whom HCV is thought to be endemic. Lichen planus is a frequently encountered dermatosis in this racial group as well. The aim of ...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Daramola OO,George AO,Ogunbiyi AO

更新日期：2002-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The use of teledermatology as an adjunct to conventional clinical dermatology on the Faroe Islands is described. The service is based on a nurse-led dermatological clinic, and teledermatology is combined with specialist visits for more complex diagnosis or procedures. ...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Jemec GB,Heidenheim M,Dam TN,Vang E

更新日期：2008-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:A study was conducted to determine the chief agents of superficial mycoses in Malta. Data were collected over a 5-year period from mycologic investigations carried out on all dermatologic specimens sent to the Mycology Laboratory at St. Luke's Hospital in Malta. METHODS:In the period between January 1995 an...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Vella Zahra L,Gatt P,Boffa MJ,Borg E,Mifsud E,Scerri L,Vella Briffa D,Pace JL

更新日期：2003-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although the causes of striae distensae (SD) remain to be elucidated, the condition is known to relate to changes in the structures that provide the skin with its tensile strength and elasticity. OBJECTIVE:This study was conducted to evaluate whether premature birth is a risk factor for SD. METHODS:A total...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Kelekci KH,Kelekci S,Destegul E,Aksoy A,Sut N,Yilmaz B

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The authors collected data from the literature and from experts on the subject of vaccination of patients with dermatologic disorders. They assembled these data into categories of specific skin conditions and vaccinations. These data may be used in deciding whether or not to vaccinate, and at which stage of the dermat...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Weber G,Falk U

更新日期：1975-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Alopecia areata (AA) is a non-scarring, autoimmune, inflammatory hair loss disease. Zinc is a trace element involved in important functional activities of hair follicles. PURPOSE:To evaluate serum zinc levels in patients with newly diagnosed and resistant lesions of AA in comparison to age- and sex-matched ...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Abdel Fattah NS,Atef MM,Al-Qaradaghi SM

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Huntington interacting protein 1 (HIP1), an antiapoptotic protein normally expressed in the brain, is highly expressed in Merkel cell carcinomas (MCCs). Given this, the aim of the current study was to ascertain the value of HIP1 as a histopathologic adjunct in the diagnosis of MCC. METHODS:In this retrospec...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Marghalani S,Feller JK,Mahalingam M,Mirzabeigi M

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The auricle is a flexible structure because it is formed by elastic cartilage. In the rare occurrence of ectopic auricular ossification, however, the cartilage is replaced by lamellar bone and becomes petrified. Such unphysiological replacement has been reported in association with local trauma, inflammation, systemic...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Sterneberg-Vos H,Winnepenninckx V,Frank J,Kelleners-Smeets NW

更新日期：2007-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In recent years, an unusual biologic behavior of Merkel cell tumor (MCT) has been noted. In some patients, the tumor was indolent and well controlled by therapy, while in others it was lethal in a few months. Even though the majority of the reported cases are between these two biologic extremes, it seems evi...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Micali G,Ferraú F,Innocenzi D

更新日期：1993-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pemphigus vegetans, a variant of pemphigus vulgaris, constitutes a rare form of all pemphigus cases, and oral involvement is common. Two clinical subtypes of pemphigus vegetans exist, characterized initially by flaccid bullae and erosions (Neumann) or pustules (Hallopeau). Both subtypes subsequently develop ...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Markopoulos AK,Antoniades DZ,Zaraboukas T

更新日期：2006-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sézary cells were present in a number of less than 1000/mm3 in 52 of 78 cases of various benign diffuse dermatoses and mycosis fungoides. The count was higher than 1000/mm3 in two cases of Sézary syndrome in which the histopathology was that of mycosis fungoides and in six cases of exfoliative erythroderma of undeterm...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Duangurai K,Piamphongsant T,Himmungnan T

更新日期：1988-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Human T-cell lymphotropic virus type 1 (HTLV-1) is the etiologic agent of adult T-cell leukemia/lymphoma (ATLL), HTLV-1-associated myelopathy/tropical spastic paraparesis (HAM/TSP), infective dermatitis associated with HTLV-1 (IDH), and various other clinical conditions. Several of these diseases can occur i...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Okajima R,Casseb J,Sanches JA

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Previous reports have shown that alterations in cutaneous and plasmatic fibrinolytic activity are found in cutaneous necrotizing vasculitis (CNV). In a combined investigation with direct immunofluorescence and autohistographic evaluation of tissue fibrinolytic activity in the lesional skin of 20 subjects affected by S...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Bianchini G,Lotti T,Fabbri P

更新日期：1983-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The aim of this study was to test the linguistic validation of the Turkish version of the Dermatology Life Quality Index (DLQI) for Turkish speaking dermatology patients. METHODS:The DLQI is a 10-item dermatology specific index developed originally in English. The methodology of this study consists of four ...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Oztürkcan S,Ermertcan AT,Eser E,Sahin MT

更新日期：2006-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Skin disease is a common problem, accounting for significant morbidity in developing countries. Knowledge about the prevalence of different skin conditions allows appropriate planning for provision for these health needs. There are currently few data about the needs in rural areas; therefore, this study was ...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Henderson CA

更新日期：1996-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A clinical trial using tretinoin lotion 0.05%, benzoyl peroxide 5% and 10% as topical application was performed on 250 ambulatory patients suffering from various degrees of acne vulgaris. The results indicate that tretinoin applied in the morning and benzoyl peroxide applied at night is the most efficacious regimen to...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Handojo I

更新日期：1979-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Dermatology has a very distinctive lexicon. The term pityriasis refers to several dermatologic conditions which all feature scaling of the skin. According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, the term pityriasis was first used in print in 1684. Although the diseases beginning with the name pityriasis are of diverse caus...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Chin LD,Parvinnejad N,Haber RM

更新日期：2020-08-11 00:00:00

abstract：IMPORTANCE:Scleromyxedema is a chronic disease with high morbidity and mortality and no definitive therapeutic guidelines. OBJECTIVE:To review all available data on the efficacy and the safety of the available treatments of scleromyxedema and suggest a possible therapeutic approach. EVIDENCE REVIEW:We performed a sys...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Haber R,Bachour J,El Gemayel M

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Paracoccidioidomycosis is a highly prevalent systemic mycosis in Brazil. The primary cutaneous form is rare and occurs in the absence of pulmonary involvement. Lesions located in the distal regions of the lower limbs are not uncommon and particularly in the feet may go unnoticed or even be confused with infectious or ...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Nakamura R,Valgas N,Bichara RM,Brazuna D,Leverone A

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Extramammary Paget's disease (EMPD) is a rare cutaneous malignancy. The disease typically affects older individuals aged 60-80 years and is seen most frequently in postmenopausal Caucasian women and Asian men. EMPD exhibits a predilection for the genital and perianal regions and may be associated with an underlying ca...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Simonds RM,Segal RJ,Sharma A

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Epidermoid cysts (EC) can occur anywhere in the body. In the head and neck region, they more often present in the midline between the submental region and the supra sternal notch. EC in the oral cavity are extremely rare and present as benign, slow growing lesions. METHODS:Records from College of Dental Sur...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Ravindranath AP,Ramalingam K,Natesan A,Ramani P,Premkumar P,Thiruvengadam C

更新日期：2009-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Histoid leprosy is a rare variant of leprosy with a unique clinical presentation and bacilli rich histology. These patients are large reservoirs for disease and vectors for spread, making prompt diagnosis and treatment crucial. To date, no consensus on treatment and duration exists. This paper aims to investigate the ...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Bartos G,Sheuring R,Combs A,Rivlin D

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Climatologic factors may affect atopic dermatitis (AD), and there have been few explorations into this topic. Because of its size, the United States (US) has a broad range of climates. The objective of this study is to assess the relationship between ambulatory office visits physicians for AD with temperatur...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Fleischer AB Jr

更新日期：2019-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Vitiligo is a common, acquired condition of unknown etiology. The only practical treatment for patients with vitiligo is psoralen ultraviolet A (PUVA). No satisfactory method is available to measure the influence of certain factors on the therapeutic response. METHODS:Twenty-nine patients with generalized v...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： al-Aboosi MM,Ajam ZA

更新日期：1995-03-01 00:00:00