Multiple agminated pigmented Spitz nevi (mimicking acral lentiginous malignant melanoma and dysplastic nevus) in an African-American girl.

abstract：:In this article, we review the salient features of tinea versicolor and describe the epidemiology, clinical presentation, and histopathology of this mycosis in dark-skinned individuals. Tinea versicolor is caused by an overgrowth of the Malassezia genus. It manifests clinically as asymptomatic hypopigmented macules, h...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Kallini JR,Riaz F,Khachemoune A

更新日期：2014-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:A three-generation Chinese family with Hailey-Hailey disease (HHD) was identified and characterized. The proband developed HHD with severe recurrent blisters and crusted erosions involving the body folds. Skin biopsy studies showed epidermal hyperkeratosis and defects in cell-to-cell adhesion. Three other me...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Liu JZ,Yang T,Li X,Liu M,Wang QK,Liu JY

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 65-year-old retired man with hand eczema presented to the Dermatology clinic in October of 2001. He complained of scaly, fissured plaque-type lesions over the radial margin of his right index finger and thumb (Fig. 1). He first noticed these changes 2 years ago. There was no history of irritation from his occupation...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Onder M,Oztas M,Arnavut O

更新日期：2002-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Diffuse cutaneous leishmaniasis (DCL) is a rare manifestation of human leishmaniasis, characterized by multiple, slowly progressive nodules or plaques without ulceration, involving almost the entire body. It has been suggested, that DCL results from a lack of cell-mediated immunity to leishmanial antigen, le...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Barral A,Costa JM,Bittencourt AL,Barral-Netto M,Carvalho EM

更新日期：1995-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The incidence of basal cell carcinoma (BCC) in younger individuals has increased in recent decades. However, the characteristics of BCCs in this population, especially in Ibero-Latin American countries, have not been completely defined. OBJECTIVE:To describe the demographic, clinical, and histopathological ...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Aluma-Tenorio MS,Ávila-Álvarez A,Jaimes N,Caballero-Uribe N,González A,Terzian LR,Ocampo-Candiani J,Zuluaga MA,Garza-Rodríguez V,Tamayo-Betancur MC,Cuesta-Castro DP,Garcés JR,Ruiz-Salas V,Goldberg L,Kimyai-Asadi A

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There are rapidly increasing opportunities for dermatologists to see patients suffering from retrovirus infections. The HTLV-I was the first class of human oncogenic retrovirus that was found in cultured cells of a patient with skin manifestations similar or identical to those of CTCL (MF). It was soon recognized as t...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Jimbow K,Jewell LD

更新日期：1991-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Two patients with premycotic poikiloderma developed one squamous cell carcinoma each. A review of the literature reveals 28 reported cases of this association, but in 26 of these the patient had been exposed to carcinogens. Our patients had no history of exposure to carcinogenic agents. In both our cases, the squamous...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Colver G,Mortimer P,Dawber R

更新日期：1986-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Skin problems in the elderly population have rarely been the subject of scientific research. OBJECTIVES:The present study aimed to determine the prevalences of the most common dermatological conditions in elderly subjects and to investigate their associations with systemic diseases. METHODS:The study invol...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Reszke R,Pełka D,Walasek A,Machaj Z,Reich A

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A survey on communicable dermatoses in economically weak villages in India showed wide variations in prevalence rates in similar ecologic setup. A skin diseases, on-spot-treatment, 1-day-camp was organized to treat 1787 subjects in five villages. Two applications of 1% lindane 1 week apart was the only treatment used ...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Desai SC,Jagavkar CK,Oberai CM

更新日期：1985-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pityriasis lichenoides (PL) is a self-limiting papulosquamous disease that may persist for years and is associated with a high relapse rate. To date, few comparative studies have investigated the efficacy of narrowband ultraviolet B (NB-UVB) phototherapy and other therapies in the treatment of PL. OBJECTIVE...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Park JM,Jwa SW,Song M,Kim HS,Chin HW,Ko HC,Kim MB,Kim BS

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The purpose of this study is to review the published articles regarding different surgical modalities including laser therapy in the treatment of congenital melanocytic nevi (CMN). METHODS:A systematic review was done using several databases including PubMed, Ovid Medline, Google Scholar, and Medline to sea...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： ALMutairi HM,Al-Hothali GI

更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Eight patients with senile erythroderma with serum hyper IgE were studied. Characteristic laboratory findings were persistently elevated IgE levels, high peripheral-blood eosinophils, and high lactic dehydrogenase (LDH). Immunologic analysis using immunoglobulin antibodies showed frozen sections of inguinal lymph node...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Asai T,Horiuchi Y

更新日期：1989-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Trimethylpsoralen, psoralen and 8-methoxypsoralen were adminstered in 10 mg dosage orally to 37, 29 and 23 patients with vitiligo. Complete improvement was noted in 8.9% and partial improvement was recorded in 59.5%. The overall results produced by trimethylpsoralen and psoralen were superior to those of 8-methoxyps...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Sehgal VN

更新日期：1975-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A survey of 115 pemphigus patients who have been followed for 4-24 years was carried out in an attempt to analyze the possible factors influencing the course and prognosis of the disease. At the time of the study, 45 patients were in complete remission, 45 still had lesions, and 25 had died. In 12 cases, the death occ...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Seidenbaum M,David M,Sandbank M

更新日期：1988-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:As a variation of the curettage and destruction technique, cryosurgery can be used in place of electrodesiccation for the destructive component when managing superficial basal and squamous cell carcinomas. There are few studies, though, demonstrating the long-term cure rate associated with similar methods. T...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Peikert JM

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Oral lichen planus (OLP) is a chronic inflammatory disease of unknown cause. Malignant transformation in OLP lesions may be favored by changes in the expression of proteins that regulate cell proliferation and apoptosis. This study aimed to investigate these issues by immunohistochemical staining for Bcl-2 a...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Pigatti FM,Taveira LA,Soares CT

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The traditional practice of cutaneous adornment is rich and vast amongst the Yoruba in the south-western part of Nigeria. There are varieties of traditionally made products, such as oils, soaps, fragrances, and beads, that have been employed over the years to enhance body beauty. This rich cultural heritage, however, ...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： George AO,Ogunbiyi AO,Daramola OO

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The antimicrobial activity of gentian violet and brilliant green was tested against various strains of potential skin pathogens, by means of agar diffusion assay. The activity of both compounds was affected by pH. Gentian violet was found to be more active than brilliant green at pH 7.4, particularly against Pseudomon...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Bakker P,Van Doorne H,Gooskens V,Wieringa NF

更新日期：1992-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The relationships between androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and various factors related to metabolic syndrome have been demonstrated in previous studies. However, it remains unclear because of inconsistent results. We investigated the associations between AGA and various risk factors related to metabolic syndrome ...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Kim BK,Choe SJ,Chung HC,Oh SS,Lee WS

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The causative fungi of tinea capitis vary with geography and time. This study was planned to identify the etiologic agents and determine clinicoetiologic correlations of tinea capitis in Lahore, Pakistan. METHODS:From clinically suspected cases of tinea capitis, skin scrapings and hair samples were taken an...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Hussain I,Aman S,Haroon TS,Jahangir M,Nagi AH

更新日期：1994-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Leiomyosarcoma (LMS) of the skin is rare, and no management guideline currently exists. Although LMS is historically classified as either dermal (cutaneous) or subcutaneous, definition for its classfication is inconsistent in the literature. Studies on the managenent of LMS are scarce, and there is no consensus on the...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Kazlouskaya V,Lai YC,Khachemoune A

更新日期：2020-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Psoriasis involving the face is visible and can cause considerable emotional distress to patients. Its presence may also confer a poorer prognosis for the patient. This study sought to evaluate the characteristics of facial psoriasis in Malaysia. METHODS:A cross-sectional study conducted using data from the...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Syed Nong Chek SR,Robinson S,Mohd Affandi A,Baharum N

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

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:Tinea versicolor (TV) is commonly described on the trunk without giving attention to involvement of the scalp. We examined cases with dandruff with and without TV on the body to see how frequent Malassezia furfur (M. furfur) is present in dandruff scales. METHODS:A total of 80 patients were examined mycolog...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： el-Gothamy Z,Ghozzi M

更新日期：1995-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The major characteristics of tricho-rhino-phalangeal syndrome (TRPS) include shortened and deviated digits, a typical facies with a pear-shaped nose, a long philtrum and slow-growing, fine, sparse hair. Cone-shaped digital epiphyses are seen on x-ray. A few patients with TRPS are mentally retarded. Associated endocrin...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Hansen DD,Shewmake SW

更新日期：1979-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Telangiectasia macularis eruptiva perstans (TMEP) is a cutaneous form of mastocytosis. It has been rarely associated with an underlying myeloproliferative disorder. We report the case of a patient, while receiving treatment for thrombocytosis, with both platelet production and function inhibitors presented with TMEP. ...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Martin LK,Romanelli P,Ahn YS,Kirsner RS

更新日期：2004-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Endemic pemphigus foliaceus (EPF) or fogo selvagem (FS) is an endemic autoimmune disease, characterized by flaccid bullae induced by IgG(4) subclass antibodies. The authors demonstrate the epidemiological and clinical status of patients who have been followed at the University Hospital of Brasilia (HUB) for ...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Ribeiro AM,Alvarez RR,Friedman H,Campbell I,Cooperative Group osn Fogo Selvagem Research.

更新日期：2005-04-01 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

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES:Recent studies have implicated the association between oxidative stress and inflammation in pathogenesis of psoriasis and its associated comorbidities. Hence, we undertook to study inflammatory markers such as sialic acids and the oxidative stress index (OSI) in patients with psoriasis vulgari...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Rajappa M,Shanmugam R,Munisamy M,Chandrashekar L,Rajendiran KS,Thappa DM

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:People with albinism (PWA) are targets of prejudice and social exclusion and have limited access to specialized medical care and resources. Our study aimed to describe the epidemiological and dermatological profile of PWA in Togo. METHOD:We carried out a cross-sectional study of 294 medical records of PWA s...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Saka B,Mouhari-Toure A,Adam S,Mahamadou G,Kassang P,Teclessou JN,Akakpo SA,Gnossikè P,Elegbede Y,Darré T,Kombaté K,Pitché P

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00