Guttate and plaque psoriasis.

abstract：:Patients with urogenital complaints are frequently encountered by family practitioners, gynecologists, and dermatologists. This review article provides practical information regarding normal anatomy and embryology of the vulva, followed by a summary of procedural techniques. The new classifications of vulvar inflammat...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Selim MA,Hoang MP

更新日期：2010-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the same way that it often is necessary to perform chemical and biological analysis of skin and body fluids in the management of skin disease, it may be necessary to analyze the chemical environment. Some analyses, such as those for nickel, chromate, and formaldehyde, require only simple tests. Others require compl...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Fregert S

更新日期：1988-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The success of the Mohs procedure depends on the reliability of each step in the technique. Pitfalls in histologic preparation of the tissue specimens may occur during debulking, excising, orienting, creating the map, sectioning, inking, tissue flattening and freezing, cutting, slide fixation, staining, and mapping th...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Bouzari N,Olbricht S

更新日期：2011-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Excising cancer in successive layers and examining the entire underside of each layer in the microscope by the systematic use of frozen sections ensure eradication of the neoplasm, including its "silent" outgrowths, and this is accomplished with the maximal sparing of normal tissue. Fresh-tissue micrographic surgery i...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Mohs FE

更新日期：1989-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Alopecia areata (AA) is a recurrent autoimmune type of hair loss that affects about 5.3 million people in the United States alone. Despite being the most prevalent autoimmune disease, the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying this complex disease are still poorly understood, and rational treatments are lacking....

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Jabbari A,Petukhova L,Cabral RM,Clynes R,Christiano AM

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Many lesions that appear in the oral cavity manifest as a nodule or swelling. A particular lesion may have the clinical characteristics of several entities, and a differential diagnosis should be generated, with a final diagnosis reached by microscopic examination. This article discusses and shows the clinical feature...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Van Dis ML

更新日期：1996-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Psoriasis vulgaris is a chronic inflammatory skin disease that results from the complex interplay between keratinocytes, dendritic cells, and T cells. Keratinocytes trigger innate and adaptive immune responses. Dermal myeloid dendritic cells regulate T cell activation and production of cytokines and chemokines that am...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Kim J,Krueger JG

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Improved therapy for CTCL will depend on a better understanding of the pathogenesis of this disease at a molecular level. It is clear that the T cells in MF and CTCL do not undergo normal programmed cell death and have prolonged lifespans. Skin flora or other antigens may stimulate the initial proliferation, offering ...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Duvic M,Cather JC

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The craniofacial and oral manifestations of the different epidermolysis bullosa (EB) types vary markedly in character and severity depending largely on the EB type. The tissues affected and the phenotypes displayed are closely related to the specific abnormal or absent proteins resulting from the causative genetic mut...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Wright JT

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Bullous disease in children can be confusing clinically and challenging to mange. Five groups of autoimmune bullous disease are discussed with emphasis on unique features in children. Pemphigus (vulgaris, foliaceus, neonatal), pemphigoid (bullous and cicatricial), dermatitis herpetiformis, linear IgA dermatosis, and e...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Rabinowitz LG,Esterly NB

更新日期：1993-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Patient-centered care in dermatologic surgery emphasizes addressing the preferences, values, and concerns of the surgical patient in an effort to improve the overall experience. Impediments affecting the delivery of Mohs micrographic surgical treatment of skin cancers are present throughout the perioperative period. D...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Lee MP,Zullo SW,Sobanko JF,Etzkorn JR

更新日期：2019-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The progress in research on OLP and other autoimmune diseases has been significant. Coupled with a growing recognition of the clinical features and treatment options by dentists and physicians and fueled by the advances in immunosuppressive therapies, research will undoubtedly provide new insights into this complex di...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Eisen D

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Schistosomiasis is the name given to a group of diseases caused by trematodes of the genus Schistosome. Humans and other animals are definitive hosts, and snails of various genera are intermediate hosts. This article reviews the epidemiology, pathology, cutaneous manifestations, and treatment of these diseases. ...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Amer M

更新日期：1994-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Porphyria cutanea tarda is a photocutaneous syndrome characterized clinically by cutaneous fragility, bullae, hypertrichosis, pigmentary changes, and sclerodermoid plaques and characterized biochemically by hepatic overproduction and storage of excessive amounts of porphyrins. Porphyria cutanea tarda, the most common ...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Grossman ME,Poh-Fitzpatrick MB

更新日期：1986-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Antimalarial compounds have been demonstrated to be both safe and efficacious in the treatment of lupus erythematosus as well as several other dermatologic conditions. It is imperative, however, that physicians familiarize themselves with the potential complications associated with the use of these agents. Furthermore...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Kerdel F,Grant-Kels JM,Rothe MJ,Kels BD

更新日期：1992-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article provides a detailed review of the vascular manifestations affecting the skin in relationship to internal malignancies. Vascular abnormalities heralding internal malignancies can be divided into three main categories, consisting of disorders related to vascular dilatation (flushing, palmar erythema, and te...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： El Tal AK,Tannous Z

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Contact dermatitis is a common skin disease caused by contact with irritants or allergens. Irritant contact dermatitis is a result of nonspecific irritant factors, which cause activation of mainly innate immunity, resulting in skin inflammation. Contact hypersensitivity, which manifests itself as allergic contact derm...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Fyhrquist-Vanni N,Alenius H,Lauerma A

更新日期：2007-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The diagnosis of lymphoma currently relies on a combination of clinical, routine histopathologic, and immunohistochemical studies, sometimes supplemented by other special techniques such as flow cytometry, DNA analysis, and gene rearrangement study. This review considers the practical diagnosis of cutaneous lymphoma, ...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Patterson JW

更新日期：1992-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Occupational contact dermatitis in hairdressers is a common clinical dermatologic problem. Apparently often secondary to irritant contact dermatitis caused by shampooing in Europe, in North America, allergic contact dermatitis related to the chemicals handled, especially oxidation dyes and permanent waving components,...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Holness DL,Nethercott JR

更新日期：1990-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Liposuction of arms when properly performed with realistic expectations is almost always a "patient pleaser." Patients routinely marvel at the degree of skin contraction that typically occurs. Before and after photos, even as early as 1 week, routinely show dramatic skin contraction when significant volumes of fat are...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Lillis PJ

更新日期：1999-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Solitary pink lesions can pose a particular challenge to dermatologists because they may be almost or completely featureless clinically and dermoscopically, previously requiring biopsy to exclude malignancy. However, these lesions usually are not particularly challenging histopathologically. Thus, the incorporation of...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Gill M,González S

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The clinical diagnosis of malignant melanoma requires the following: an acceptance of the concept of "in situ" malignancy, both clinically and histologically; a high index of suspicion concerning any pigmented lesion; recalling the mnemonic "remember your A,B,C,D's"; and a knowledge of the clinical simulators of malig...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Friedman RJ,Rigel DS

更新日期：1985-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic, inflammatory, recurrent, debilitating skin disease. Several treatment modalities are available, but most of them lack high-quality evidence. A systematic search was performed to identify all randomized controlled trials for the treatment of HS in order to review and evaluate...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： van Rappard DC,Mekkes JR,Tzellos T

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Contact dermatitis in the United States poses a significant public health concern. This article provides a definition of contact dermatitis and its associated risk factors. The authors discuss the epidemiology of occupational contact dermatitis including its incidence and prevalence, and describe how estimates are cal...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Cashman MW,Reutemann PA,Ehrlich A

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:One may accomplish certain closures without tension or distortion using blunt liposuction cannula dissection with or without suction-assisted lipectomy. If closure cannot be accomplished with adequate undermining and an appropriate flap design, the surgeon may first aspirate fat to allow use of the focally expanded sk...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Field LM,Spinowitz AL

更新日期：1990-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Medical spas are the fasting growing segment of the 15-billion dollar spa industry. Although medical spas have been in existence since ancient times to treat a wide variety of ailments such as gout, arthritis, and diabetes, our modern concept of the medical spa combines relaxation with medical rejuvenative procedures....

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Goldman MP

更新日期：2008-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Many older individuals use products and procedures to conceal or delay the signs of aging. For most, this provides a helpful ego boost, but some suffer from pathologies such as eating disorders and body dysmorphic disorder. The impact of aging skin may include social anxiety and social isolation. Poor self-image is as...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Gupta MA,Gilchrest BA

更新日期：2005-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The basis of in-office evaluation of leg vascular disease involves Doppler ultrasound to estimate flow in arteries and veins. Arterial evaluation localizes sites of obstruction by segmental pressures obtained by Doppler signal assessment using pressure cuffs. Ankle compared with brachial arterial pressure is the most ...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Weiss RA

更新日期：1994-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The general goals of medical management of vitiligo are to repigment vitiliginous areas of skin and to stabilize the progression of depigmentation. However, for some patients with vitiligo affecting extensive body surface areas who are unresponsive to repigmentation therapies, depigmentation of the remaining normal sk...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Grimes PE,Nashawati R

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Application of caustic chemicals to improve cosmesis and reverse actinic damage has been used for centuries. Although still not an exact science, it was not until the latter part of this century that peeling became more systematized. The indications, patient selection, armamentarium, histology, comprehension of the me...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Matarasso SL,Glogau RG

更新日期：1991-01-01 00:00:00