Pemphigoid gestationis: pathogenesis and clinical features.

abstract：:Vitiligo, an acquired disease of depigmentation, affects millions worldwide. The psychosocial and health-related quality of life (HRQL) impact of the disease varies based on several parameters, including country of origin, skin type, gender, age, marital status, and involved body site. Many instruments, both dermatolo...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Bhandarkar SS,Kundu RV

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Israeli population is characterized by unique demographic features including high genetic homogeneity within many closed communities. As a consequence the molecular epidemiology of epidermolysis bullosa differs markedly in this country and surrounding areas from that reported in the Western world. ...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Sprecher E

更新日期：2010-04-01 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：:Hepatic itch remains among the most agonizing symptoms for affected patients and a major clinical challenge for physicians. Pruritus may occur in almost all liver diseases, particularly those with cholestatic features. Hepatic itch arises irrespective of the severity of the underlying liver disease or extent of choles...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Düll MM,Kremer AE

更新日期：2018-07-01 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：: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：:Atopic dermatitis is associated with significant patient burden, with impacts from symptoms and visible physical manifestations of the disease. Consequences include detrimental effects on quality of life (QoL), sleep, self-esteem, interpersonal relationships, participation in leisure and sports, and attendance or perf...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Sibbald C,Drucker AM

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Dermatologists helped to develop the specialty of liposuction surgery and contributed to many of the innovations and instrumentation in this field. Dermatologists were trained side by side with other cosmetic surgeons as the procedure was introduced into the United States. Dermatologists have been important in teachin...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Newman J

更新日期：1990-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Nail pigmentation is defined by the presence of melanin in the nail plate. It most frequently has the appearance of a longitudinal pigmented band, called longitudinal mel-anonychia (LM). LM is an important aspect of ungual pathology because it can be the first sign of nail apparatus melanoma. The aim of this article i...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： André J,Lateur N

更新日期：2006-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Azathioprine, cyclophosphamide, and cyclosporine are immunosuppressive agents commonly used by dermatologists. Azathioprine has a good safety profile and is preferred by most dermatologists for the treatment of bullous pemphigoid, cutaneous vasculitides, chronic eczematous dermatitides, and cutaneous manifestations of...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Ho VC,Zloty DM

更新日期：1993-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Melanoma vaccines represent a novel and potentially effective method of slowing the progression of melanoma. This article discusses the importance in the design of vaccines for melanoma, the relative advantages and disadvantages of this approach, and summarizes the results of the most important clinical trials conduct...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Bystryn JC

更新日期：1998-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Porosity, elasticity, and texture influence the hair's ability to be changed. The types of color--temporary, gradual, natural, semipermanent, and permanent--depend upon the size of the "coloring" molecule to determine whether they penetrate the cortex (permanent) or precipitate on the cuticle. Different types of hair-...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： O'Donoghue MN

更新日期：1987-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Photoaggravated skin disorders are diseases that occur without UV radiation but are sometimes or frequently exacerbated by UV radiation. In conditions, such as lupus erythematosus, photoaggravation occurs in a majority of patients, whereas in conditions, such as psoriasis and atopic dermatitis, only a subset of patien...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： O'Gorman SM,Murphy GM

更新日期：2014-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Countries in the so-called "Western" world, especially in Europe, witnessed a dramatic change in ethnic backgrounds of their populations starting in the last decennia of the last century. This had repercussions on various aspects of our society, including medical practice. In dermatology for instance, pigmentary disor...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： van der Veen JP

更新日期：2007-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article reviews the recent dermatopathology literature involving nonmelanocytic neoplasia, with a focus on important work done over the last 5 years. The discussion includes advances in the understanding of Merkel cell carcinoma pathogenesis and prognosis; changes in the seventh edition of the American Joint Comm...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Sidhu HK,Patel RV,Goldenberg G

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Off-label use of intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) at high doses has resulted in numerous anecdotal reports of its effectiveness in a variety of autoimmune and inflammatory conditions. Despite its growing acceptance as a viable therapeutic option in the management of several such disorders, the poorly defined mechanis...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Colsky AS

更新日期：2000-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The exact epidemiology of autoimmune bullous disorders in Australia is unknown. This article describes the establishment of a registry and support group to serve patients with these disorders. The registry aids research in Australia by providing epidemiologic data and maintaining an up-to-date database with patient co...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Daniel BS,Dermawan A,Murrell DF

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In part because of the increased public awareness regarding skin cancer, patients are presenting to their physician with thinner melanomas. Many lesions are now found in the in situ phase. The vast majority of melanomas referred to or diagnosed in the Skin Oncology Program at Boston University are less than 2 mm in th...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Rogers GS

更新日期：1991-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The sensitizing capacity of double-headed haptens containing the pyrocatechol and alpha-methylene-gamma-butyrolactone groups reveals that only the pyrocatechol end is recognized as a sensitizer. Prior sensitization to the double-headed hapten provides protection against (induces immune tolerance to) further sensitizat...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Benezra C

更新日期：1990-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We have limited the scope of this article to those disorders that have already been successfully diagnosed or excluded in utero. We currently have the potential to diagnose a number of others for which the opportunity has not yet arisen. If a biochemical, morphologic, chromosomal, or DNA alteration is known for a spec...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Sybert VP,Holbrook KA

更新日期：1987-01-01 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

abstract：:The varied histopathology of the reactive inflammatory vascular dermatoses requires close cooperation between the clinician and the pathologist. This article presents an overview of the histology of this group of dermatoses, including the figurate erythemas, the pigmented purpuric eruptions, urticaria and urticarial v...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Solomon AR Jr

更新日期：1985-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Papulosquamous eruptions are the most frequently seen cutaneous manifestations of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection. Especially common and useful in making a diagnosis of HIV infection are seborrheic dermatitis, xerosis or ichthyosis, and a pruritic or papular eruption. There is some evidence from transgeni...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Duvic M

更新日期：1991-07-01 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：:Chromoblastomycosis is a chronic cutaneous infection due to several varieties of pigmented fungi. Diagnosis is straightforward and based on clinical and microscopic findings. Despite the protracted course of the disease, dissemination of the infection is rare. New insights into the pathophysiology may permit a closer ...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Elgart GW

更新日期：1996-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Skin disease is highly prevalent in the United States, and it has been well-documented that patients with skin disease experience financial, psychological, social, and quality-of-life (QoL) burdens beyond those of the general population. Pediatric patients and their caregivers are particularly vulnerable to the burden...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Brown MM,Chamlin SL,Smidt AC

更新日期：2013-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although the Mohs technique is most often applied to moderate and large lesions, with appropriate modifications it can also be applied to massive lesions. Reconstructive procedures after resection of large defects are also discussed. ...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Mattox DE,Skouge JW

更新日期：1989-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sexual and gender minorities have unique risk factors that may increase their risk of developing skin cancer. In particular, sexual minority men report a higher prevalence of skin cancer (including both keratinocytes carcinomas and melanoma), higher rates of indoor tanning, and overall poorer sun protection behaviors....

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Marks DH,Arron ST,Mansh M

更新日期：2020-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Extramammary Paget disease is an intraepidermal adenocarcinoma, most often limited to the epidermis, with typical cases affecting genital skin. When limited to the epidermis, primary extramammary Paget disease is not life-threatening, but invasive disease may portend a poor prognosis. Surgical excision remains the mai...

journal_title：Dermatologic clinics

authors： Merritt BG,Degesys CA,Brodland DG

更新日期：2019-07-01 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