Allogeneic skin donors from a tissue bank in Southern Brazil: clinical and epidemiological profiles and microbial colonization of skin.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Most treatment protocols for vitiligo usually do not result in complete repigmentation. Therefore, cosmetically acceptable camouflage, low cost and easy to handle alternatives are warranted. OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the efficacy of low-cost self-tanner available in the Thai market in normal subjects with skin ...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Rajatanavin N,Suwanachote S,Kulkollakarn S

更新日期：2008-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hand dermatitis is an acute or chronic inflammation of the skin of the hands from a multifactorial cause which may be endogenous, exogenous, or a combination of both. With a wide range in severity and recurrent periods of flares, it has significant impact on the quality of life of its sufferers. A history of...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Otrofanowei E,Ayanlowo OO,Akinkugbe A,Oresanya FA

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Tinea capitis is a dermatophyte infection of the scalp, eyebrows, and eyelashes caused by species of Microsporum and Trichophyton. The purpose of this study was to discover the incidence and causal agents of tinea capitis in Saudi Arabia. METHODS:Hair roots, skin scrapings, and pus swabs were collected from...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Venugopal PV,Venugopal TV

更新日期：1993-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Sequential treatment of actinic keratosis (AK) and cancerization field with cryotherapy and ingenol mebutate (IM) is widely used in clinical practice, however, the order of application of sequential treatment has not been examined yet. OBJECTIVE:To compare different sequential treatments of IM and cryothera...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Pasquali P,Segurado-Miravalles G,González S

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Reduced cell-mediated immunity associated with pregnancy may cause a flaring or exacerbation of some skin conditions. Little is known about the magnitude of and risk factors for skin diseases among human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-infected antiretroviral therapy-naïve pregnant women. METHODS:Cross-section...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Shayo GA,Moshiro C,Spiegelman D,Mugusi FM,Chalamilla G,Msamanga G,Hawkins C,Fawzi W

更新日期：2014-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The syndrome of tinea pedis caused by human-adapted Trichophyton mentagrophytes (interdigitale) can be recognized by two signs not characteristically seen in tinea pedis caused by T. rubrum and Epidermophyton floccosum:1 bullous > 2 mm vesicles in the thin skin of the plantar arch and along the sides of the feet and h...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Zaias N,Rebell G

更新日期：2003-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Clouston's syndrome is an ectodermal dysplasia characterized by dystrophic nails, alopecia, and palmoplantar hyperkeratosis. Alopecia is due to decrease in number and degree of maturation of the hair follicles. Tretinoin is a mitogen by itself and also enhances the absorption of minoxidil which acts by enlarging the m...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Melkote S,Dhurat RS,Palav A,Jerajani HR

更新日期：2009-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We have reviewed the outstanding facts about mycetoma, including the history, first reports in India, the different causal agents according to their geographic distribution, mycologic characteristics, pathology, microbiology, behavior, evolution, immunology, experimental inoculations, associated bacterial complication...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Magana M

更新日期：1984-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Diffuse dermal angiomatosis is an entity in the spectrum of reactive angiomatoses characterized by erythematous plaques that mainly affect the lower extremities of patients with a personal history of peripheral vascular disease. Involvement of the breast is a rare event that has only been described as sing...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Sanz-Motilva V,Martorell-Calatayud A,Rongioletti F,Escutia-Muñoz B,López-Gómez S,Rodríguez-Peralto JL,Vanaclocha F

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:A 42-year-old male patient suffering from the rare Comèl-Netherton syndrome is reported, and the symptoms are discussed together with the results of light and electron microscopic examinations. CASE REPORT:Our case presented peeling skin syndrome type B with spontaneous, lifelong skin shedding with underlyi...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Sárdy M,Fáy A,Kárpáti S,Horváth A

更新日期：2002-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The relationship between infantile seborrheic dermatitis (ISD) and infantile atopic dermatitis (IAD) is controversial. METHODS:Ninety-six children aged 2-12 months diagnosed with atopic dermatitis and a comparable control group of healthy children were evaluated. Demographic data, personal history of ISD an...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Moises-Alfaro CB,Caceres-Rios HW,Rueda M,Velazquez-Acosta A,Ruiz-Maldonado R

更新日期：2002-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We sought to determine the prevalence of skin diseases in Iraq. Most such studies performed in Iraq have been hospital based. One community based study was performed in the southern area of Iraq but involved only an urban population. Our study was carried out in two Iraqi governorates, Tikrit and Kirkuk, and involved ...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Al Samarai AG

更新日期：2009-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pemphigus vulgaris (PV) is a life-threatening disease affecting skin and mucous membranes. The "epitope spreading" theory posits that uncontrolled PV can gradually worsen because of exposure of cellular antigens to the immune system. To this end, high-dose systemic corticosteroids have been advocated as firs...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Lyakhovitsky A,Baum S,Scope A,Amichai B,Barzilai A,Rimer J,Trau H

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Head louse infestations continue to be a concern of public health in most countries, including the most developed ones. The present recommendations are intended to inform and stress the role and impact of the different authorities, institutions, industry, and the public in the control of head lice in order to reduce t...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Mumcuoglu KY,Pollack RJ,Reed DL,Barker SC,Gordon S,Toloza AC,Picollo MI,Taylan-Ozkan A,Chosidow O,Habedank B,Ibarra J,Meinking TL,Vander Stichele RH

更新日期：2020-08-07 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Mohs micrographic surgery (MMS) is used to treat cutaneous malignancies in locations to maximize tissue sparing. The authors' aim is to demonstrate the utility of conservative thickness layers (CTL) in MMS and review patient and tumor characteristics and the potential anatomic locations where this technique ...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Tolkachjov SN,Cappel JA,Bryant EA,Harmon CB

更新日期：2018-09-01 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：: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:CD4+ CD25+ T-regulatory (Treg) cells play critical roles in maintaining peripheral tolerance and preventing autoimmunity. As characteristics of Treg cells have not been precisely investigated in chronic urticaria (CU) yet, this study was performed. OBJECTIVE:To determine the frequencies of circulating CD4+ ...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Arshi S,Babaie D,Nabavi M,Tebianian M,Ghalehbaghi B,Jalali F,Ahmadvand A,Gholami R

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The use of Isotretinoin (Iso) for cystic acne (CA) therapy includes marked side-effects such as dyslipidemia, increased liver enzymes, and reduction of biotinidase activity. Moreover, Homocysteine (Hcy), an amino acid, is metabolized in the liver requiring folate, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, and the activity of...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Schulpis KH,Karikas GA,Georgala S,Michas T,Tsakiris S

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This is the first epidemiologic study of pemphigus in the southern region of Saudi Arabia. METHODS:Data were collected from patient records in the outpatient and inpatient departments of Asir Central Hospital during the period 1990-99. The diagnosis of pemphigus was based on the clinical, histopathologic, a...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Tallab T,Joharji H,Bahamdan K,Karkashan E,Mourad M,Ibrahim K

更新日期：2001-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cutaneous lymphomas are a heterogeneous group of tumors with various clinical manifestations, histological features, and prognoses. METHODS:Among 425 cases of cutaneous lymphoma, we describe eight cases of peripheral T-cell lymphoma, unspecified, presenting with generalized benign-looking dermatitis. RESUL...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Lee WJ,Kang HJ,Won CH,Chang SE,Choi JH,Lee MW

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Different studies have shown a high prevalence of Helicobacter pylori (HP) infection in patients with chronic urticaria (CU), and occasional remission of the skin lesions after eradication therapy. Recent investigations, however, have failed to find a significant relationship between the two conditions. We d...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Daudén E,Jiménez-Alonso I,García-Díez A

更新日期：2000-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A male fetus which was the product of full-term pregnancy and normal delivery with no family history is presented. The skin was hard and thick, waxy, yellowish in color, and was crossed by horizontal and or perpendicular red fissures. The eyelids were semiclosed, hard, and stiff resulting in ectropion and the conjunct...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Kouskoukis C,Minas A,Tousimis D

更新日期：1982-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Alopecia areata is a T cell mediated disease with which many disorders may be associated. There are few studies reporting ocular findings in alopecia areata. The aim of the study is to assess tear function and ocular surface pathologies in alopecia areata. Thirty-two patients with alopecia areata and 20 age- and sex-m...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Ergin C,Acar M,Kaya Akış H,Gönül M,Gürdal C

更新日期：2015-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 23-year-old man with AIDS developed a lesion with the clinical characteristics of an ectopic geographic tongue in the lower lip, near the right commissure. ...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Grinspan D,Fernández Blanco G,Agüero S,Bianchi O,Stringa S

更新日期：1990-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Severe axillary hyperhidrosis is a source of great embarrassment and considerable emotional stress to individuals afflicted with this condition. Existing topical and surgical therapies are either ineffective or associated with unacceptable morbidity. We attempt to determine the effect of botulinum-A toxin (D...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Salmanpoor R,Rahmanian MJ

更新日期：2002-07-01 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:Although atopic dermatitis is a chronic skin disease that can have a major impact on a patient's life, the burden of illness associated with this condition has not been well characterized. OBJECTIVE:To determine the health-related quality of life (HRQL) of patients with atopic dermatitis by disease severity...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Kiebert G,Sorensen SV,Revicki D,Fagan SC,Doyle JJ,Cohen J,Fivenson D

更新日期：2002-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Self-reported complaints in people having tattoos, including swelling, itch, and photosensitivity, are frequent. Tattooists are usually heavily tattooed with multiple extended colored tattoos and constitute a specific population of interest. OBJECTIVES:To assess the prevalence of cutaneous complications on ...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Kluger N

更新日期：2016-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Ant sting reactions are becoming an increasing problem in tropical countries. It is important for physicians to be aware of their possible cutaneous and systemic manifestations. METHODS:A child with a severe allergic reaction to an ant sting was examined and is discussed. This is the first case described in...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Rodriguez-Acosta A,Reyes-Lugo M

更新日期：2002-11-01 00:00:00