Information technologies in health care delivery and policy: giant steps and missteps.

abstract：:Nonpharmacologic management of psychodermatologic conditions includes both structured and unstructured interventions that may ameliorate skin disorders, reduce psychological distress, and improve the functional status of the affected individual. Nonpharmacologic techniques are often referred to as psychocutaneous inte...

journal_title：Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery

authors： Fried RG

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The last decade has witnessed a significant advance in the management of refractory moderate-to-severe psoriasis. This advance is the introduction of biological therapies to clinical practice. Three classes of biological therapies have been used. Of the first 2 classes to be introduced, the T-cell inhibitors and tumor...

journal_title：Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery

authors： Warren RB,Griffiths CE

更新日期：2010-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Bathing and moisturization to control dryness, applications of topical anti-inflammatory agents (including corticosteroids and calcineurin inhibitors [TCIs]) to control flares, minimization of the risk for infection, and relief of pruritus are the cornerstones of effective therapy for atopic dermatitis. Education of p...

journal_title：Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery

authors： Paller AS,Simpson EL,Eichenfield LF,Ellis CN,Mancini AJ

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Mycosis fungoides is a peripheral non-Hodgkin's T-cell neoplastic process, representing the most common type of primary cutaneous malignant lymphoma. Neoplastic lesions classically show skin predilection and characteristic clinical and histologic features in patch, plaque, and tumor stages. In addition, several clinic...

journal_title：Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery

authors： Howard MS,Smoller BR

更新日期：2000-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In 1996, oral terbinafine joined itraconazole and fluconazole on the short list of systemic medications that could be used to treat onychomycosis (although fluconazole was not approved for this indication by the US Food and Drug Administration [FDA], it was commonly used for this purpose). In 1999, ciclopirox was the ...

journal_title：Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery

authors： Rosen T,Stein Gold LF

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In recent years, DNA microarray technology has been used for the analysis of gene expression patterns in a variety of skin diseases, including malignant melanoma, psoriasis, lupus erythematosus, and systemic sclerosis. Many of the studies described herein confirmed earlier results on individual genes or functional gro...

journal_title：Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery

authors： Kunz M

更新日期：2008-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Nonsurgical procedures have become very popular for the rejuvenation of the aging face. Trends now are for less invasive procedures as well as for more preventative intervention to slow the damage from ultraviolet light and environmental factors, as well as from intrinsic aging. The goal of these procedures is to elim...

journal_title：Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery

authors： Lupo MP

更新日期：2006-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hair disorders include hair loss, increased hair growth, and hair structure defects with increased breakage, as well as unacceptable cosmetic appearance, such as reduced shine, strength, curliness, and elasticity. It is the task of the dermatologist to choose the right diagnostic tool depending on the suspected clinic...

journal_title：Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery

authors： Hillmann K,Blume-Peytavi U

更新日期：2009-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cutaneous basal and squamous cell carcinomas are among the most frequent malignancies in the white population, with the annual incidence estimates ranging from 1 million to 3.5 million cases in the United States. These tumors can occur either sporadically or in the context of hereditary genodermatoses with cancer pred...

journal_title：Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery

authors： Nikolaou V,Stratigos AJ,Tsao H

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Artecoll was developed about 20 years ago and underwent a number of production changes until it recently became FDA approved under the new name of Artefill. This product contains 20% polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) microspheres with a diameter of 30 to 40 microm, which are suspended in a 3.5% atelo-collagen solution. T...

journal_title：Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery

authors： Haneke E

更新日期：2004-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Prognosis and survival for patients diagnosed with melanoma depends on a number of interrelated factors, including histological, clinical, immunologic, and surgical parameters. Tumor thickness and depth of invasion is the most important prognostic factor, and helps to guide treatment and management plans. Besides tumo...

journal_title：Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery

authors： Brown M

更新日期：1997-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Lasers, both in single and multiple wavelength designs, have recently been introduced to enhance the results of liposuction. Safe parameters of fluence and temperature have not yet been described. In this study, I describe a series of laser lipolysis patients treated with a dual wavelength (1064/1319 nm) laser where i...

journal_title：Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery

authors： Salzman MJ

更新日期：2009-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic skin condition affecting children and adults, with a significant negative impact on patient and caregiver quality of life (QOL). Although effective treatments for AD are available, outcomes are often limited by poor adherence to treatment plans. Effective patient and caregiver educa...

journal_title：Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery

authors： LeBovidge J,Borok J,Udkoff J,Yosipovitch G,Eichenfield LF

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cellulite is a common dermatologic condition and frequent cause of cosmetic concern among women. This paper aims to update what is known about the pathogenesis of cellulite and reviews targeted treatment modalities that address its underlying components of microvascular dysfunction, endocrine-mediated inflammation, an...

journal_title：Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery

authors： Hogan S,Velez MW,Kaminer MS

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Medical imaging has dramatically transformed the practice of medicine, especially the field of dermatology. Imaging is used to facilitate the transfer of information between providers, document cutaneous disease, assess response to therapy, and plays a crucial role in monitoring and diagnosing skin cancer. Advancement...

journal_title：Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery

authors： Hibler BP,Qi Q,Rossi AM

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In dermatology, botulinum toxin is now most often used to reduce dynamic facial creases and treat primary focal hyperhidrosis. The exemplary safety record of this medication is such that after nearly 2 decades, it is not known to have any long-term adverse events. Transient adverse events, such as mild injection pain,...

journal_title：Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery

authors： Pena MA,Alam M,Yoo SS

更新日期：2007-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The term bed bug is applied to 2 species of genus Cimex: lectularius describes the common or temperate bed bug, and hemipterus its tropical cousin. Cimex lectularius is aptly named; its genus and species derive from the Latin words for bug and bed, respectively. Though the tiny pest is receiving increased public atten...

journal_title：Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery

authors： Foulke GT,Anderson BE

更新日期：2014-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This review highlights important considerations in obtaining good skin biopsy specimens to optimize results of direct immunofluorescence (IF) studies and also summarizes the various patterns of cutaneous IF deposition and their associated diagnoses. IF findings of immunobullous diseases, lupus erythematosus, vasculiti...

journal_title：Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery

authors： Morrison LH

更新日期：1999-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Idiosyncratic reactions (type B) are a major complication of drug therapy, because they are related to both the drug and to individual factors in the host. In comparison with other organs, the skin is quite frequently a target of allergic reactions, which are mainly elicited by small molecular weight compounds. This i...

journal_title：Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery

authors： Merk HF,Hertl M

更新日期：1996-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Dermoscopy increases the clinician's diagnostic accuracy by as much as 30% over that of unaided visual clinical inspection alone and has been confirmed in 3 separate evidence-based publications using a meta-analysis of the literature. It can be viewed as an in vivo bridge between clinical morphology and histopathology...

journal_title：Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery

authors： Braun RP,Rabinovitz H,Tzu JE,Marghoob AA

更新日期：2009-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Oral mucosal bullous/desquamative/ulcerative diseases involve immunopathological mechanisms that account for loss of adhesion between contiguous keratinocytes or to structures within the basal lamina. Some are antibody mediated, in which specific adhesion molecules of the desmosome, hemidesmosome, and basement membran...

journal_title：Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery

authors： Eversole LR

更新日期：1997-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Vitiligo involves a progressive loss of melanocytes from the epidermis and hair follicles. Milky-white patches appear resulting in cosmetic disfiguration that is most apparent in dark-skinned individuals. The disease is further classified according to distribution pattern and extent of depigmentation. The presence of ...

journal_title：Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery

authors： Le Poole C,Boissy RE

更新日期：1997-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a complex dermatological disease characterized by recurrent painful nodules and suppuration in areas such as the axilla and groin. The disease is poorly understood and treatment is not satisfactory. In October 2016, the Canadian and United States Hidradenitis Suppurativa Foundations or...

journal_title：Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery

authors： Hoffman LK,Ghias MH,Garg A,Hamzavi IH,Alavi A,Lowes MA

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Superficial chemical peels and microdermabrasion are used for many dermatologic conditions. A common condition treated with these modalities is acne vulgaris. In this review, we discuss the theory behind the technique of these procedures and describe the application and complications of each of these procedures in the...

journal_title：Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery

authors： Kempiak SJ,Uebelhoer N

更新日期：2008-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The use of video in the informed consent process has been well documented in the literature to improve patient satisfaction, understanding, comprehension, and to decrease anxiety. At the MD Anderson Mohs Surgery Unit, we use high-definition (HD) audiovisual (AV) modules to assist with the delivery of informed consent ...

journal_title：Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery

authors： Migden M,Chavez-Frazier A,Nguyen T

更新日期：2008-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Patients with renal failure, usually end-stage renal disease (ESRD), commonly are afflicted by severe pruritus. The pathogenesis of ESRD pruritus is unknown, but improving the quality of dialysis can reduce the prevalence and severity of ESRD pruritus. Topical and systemic agents as well as broadband ultraviolet photo...

journal_title：Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery

authors： Berger TG,Steinhoff M

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The intraepidermal vesiculobullous disorders constitute a wide variety of pathogenically unrelated disorders that share in common the formation of cleft or bullae formation within the epithelium. The etiologic, pathogenic, clinical and, in particular, the histopathologic attributes of the most important intraepidermal...

journal_title：Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery

authors： Cassandra M,Morgan M

更新日期：2004-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The ThermaCool TC system is a radiofrequency device capable of delivering higher energy fluences to a greater volume of tissue than nonablative lasers, with no epidermal injury. It has been successful in treating periorbital rhytides and lifting eyebrows. Given these positive finding for treatment of the upper face, t...

journal_title：Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery

authors： Hsu TS,Kaminer MS

更新日期：2003-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Topical retinoic acid was introduced for acne treatment three decades ago. Since that time, researchers have discovered thousands of retinoids, originally defined as chemical analogs of vitamin A. After the identification of nuclear retinoid receptors in 1987, the definition of this class expanded to include molecules...

journal_title：Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery

authors： Bershad S

更新日期：2001-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Spitz nevus (SN) and Spitzoid malignant melanoma (SMM) represent benign and malignant counterparts at both ends of the spectrum of Spitzoid lesions. Atypical Spitzoid neoplasm (ASN) is a poorly defined and characterized category of melanocytic tumors with histologic features of both benign Spitz nevi and malignant mel...

journal_title：Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery

authors： Miteva M,Lazova R

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00