abstract：:A retrospective study of 109 skin biopsies with granuloma annulare (GA) or morphea histology from patients with suspected tick bite was performed. Biopsies were tested for cutaneous Borrelia burgdorferi DNA using PCR. The same biopsies were analysed for tick-borne novel agents, Chlamydia-related bacteria (members of t...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Tolkki L,Hokynar K,Meri S,Panelius J,Puolakkainen M,Ranki A

更新日期：2018-03-13 00:00:00

abstract：:Tofacitinib is an oral Janus kinase inhibitor. This post-hoc analysis aimed to investigate the psychometric properties of the Itch Severity Item (ISI), a numeric rating scale from 0 (no itching) to 10 (worst possible itching) for pruritus in psoriasis, and review the effect of tofacitinib on pruritus in patients with ...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Ständer S,Luger T,Cappelleri JC,Bushmakin AG,Mamolo C,Zielinski MA,Tallman AM,Yosipovitch G

更新日期：2018-03-13 00:00:00

abstract：:BRAF and NRAS genetic analyses are time-consuming and can delay treatment choices in patients with metastatic melanomas presenting with acute deterioration. We compared the rapid, real-time, fully automated molecular diagnosis platform Idylla™ with next-generation sequencing (NGS) and immunohistochemistry for detectio...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Barel F,Guibourg B,Lambros L,Le Flahec G,Marcorelles P,Uguen A

更新日期：2018-01-12 00:00:00

abstract：:Facial melanoma is difficult to diagnose and dermatoscopic features are often subtle. Dermatoscopic non-melanoma patterns may have a comparable diagnostic value. In this pilot study, facial lesions were collected retrospectively, resulting in a case set of 339 melanomas and 308 non-melanomas. Lesions were evaluated fo...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Tschandl P,Gambardella A,Boespflug A,Deinlein T,de Giorgi V,Kittler H,Lallas A,Malvehy J,Moscarella E,Puig S,Scalvenzi M,Thomas L,Zalaudek I,Alfano R,Argenziano G

更新日期：2017-11-15 00:00:00

abstract：:is missing (Short communication). ...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Zhang C,Goldscheider I,Ruzicka T,Sárdy M

更新日期：2017-10-02 00:00:00

abstract：:is missing (Short communication). ...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Ito A,Yamada N,Kimura R,Tanaka N,Kurai J,Anzawa K,Mochizuki T,Yamamoto O

更新日期：2017-10-02 00:00:00

abstract：:Alexithymia, defined as difficulty in describing or recognizing emotions, has been shown to be connected with psoriasis, but its relationship with self-management of psoriasis has not been explored. The aim of this study was to assess the frequency of alexithymia and its relationship with self-management and illness p...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Larsen MH,Krogstad AL,Wahl AK

更新日期：2017-08-31 00:00:00

abstract：:Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most common form of cancer worldwide. Exposure of the skin to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, from sunlight and other sources, is the most important risk factor. The aim of this large-scale case-control study was to determine which occupations are associated with increased risk of BCC in ...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Lindelöf B,Lapins J,Dal H

更新日期：2017-07-06 00:00:00

abstract：:Psoriasis has major physical, psychological, and social impacts: its management should not be restricted by individual financial considerations in Western countries as these have well-structured health systems and social/insurance coverage. We investigated if the socioeconomic characteristics of patients were associat...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Mahé E,Beauchet A,Reguiai Z,Maccari F,Ruer-Mulard M,Chaby G,Le Guyadec T,Estève E,Goujon-Henry C,Parier J,Barthelemy H,Bégon E,Steiner HG,Bénéton N,Boyé T,Mery-Bossard L,Schmutz JL,Bravard P,Michèle-Léa Sigal and the

更新日期：2017-05-08 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this retrospective study was to determine the type and prevalence of vascular patterns in the ulcerated and non-ulcerated portions of histologically proven basal cell carcinomas (BCCs) and correlate them with other dermoscopic and clinical features, including the clinically supposed diagnosis. Three authors...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Arpaia N,Filoni A,Bonamonte D,Giudice G,Fanelli M,Vestita M

更新日期：2017-05-08 00:00:00

abstract：:The effects of topical calcipotriol/betamethasone combination therapy and betamethasone monotherapy on inflammatory T-cell numbers and molecular markers were compared in patients with psoriasis. Combination therapy down-regulated the expression of tumour necrosis factor (TNF)-α, interleukin (IL)-23A, IL-17A, S100A7, C...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Kubin ME,Kokkonen N,Palatsi R,Hägg PM,Väyrynen JP,Glumoff V,Haapasaari KM,Hurskainen T,Tasanen K

更新日期：2017-04-06 00:00:00

abstract：:Psoriasin, which is highly expressed in psoriasis, is encoded by a gene located within the epidermal differentiation complex. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of endogenous psoriasin on disturbed keratinocyte differentiation in psoriasis. Immunohistochemical staining revealed a gradient of psoriasin...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Ekman AK,Vegfors J,Eding CB,Enerbäck C

更新日期：2017-04-06 00:00:00

abstract：:Eruptive pseudoangiomatosis is a distinct exanthem thought to be caused by viruses. The usual rash configu-ration is erythematous papules and macules. An association with echovirus infection has been reported. We present here one adult and one child with this exanthem, supported by clinical, histopathological, and imm...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Chuh A,Panzer R,Rosenthal AC,Proksch E,Kempf W,Zawar V,Fickenscher H,Fölster-Holst R

更新日期：2017-03-10 00:00:00

abstract：:Calcium and 1,25 dihydroxyvitamin D3 (1,25(OH)2D3) are promoters of epithelial cell functions; however their effects on sebaceous glands are unknown. In this study, morphology, ultrastructure, cell numbers, lipid synthesis and apoptosis of SZ95 sebocytes were assessed in vitro under different concentrations of extrace...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Zouboulis CC,Seltmann H,Abdel-Naser MB,Hossini AM,Menon GK,Kubba R

更新日期：2017-03-10 00:00:00

abstract：:Both spontaneous and inducible forms of chronic urticaria pose a significant economic burden and have an adverse effect on patients' quality of life. The international guidelines and US practice parameters for the diagnosis and management of chronic urticaria both recommend performing a thorough patient history and ph...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Beck LA,Bernstein JA,Maurer M

更新日期：2017-02-08 00:00:00

abstract：:Most dermatologists are aware of the benefits of dermoscopy, and a few are familiar with laser-scanning confocal microscopy. Beyond confocal, there are fully 11 different categories of optical techniques that have been applied to clinical dermatology. This article first provides a comprehensive tabular overview of all...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Tkaczyk E

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Data regarding the efficacy and safety of methotrexate (MTX) in adults with localized scleroderma (LoS) is scarce. This study gathered data from a retrospective cohort of adult patients with LoS (n?=?107), treated with MTX (1993-2015). MTX drug survival and predictors thereof were analysed. After 1 and 2 years, 26% an...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Mertens JS,van den Reek JM,Kievit W,van de Kerkhof PC,Thurlings RM,Radstake TR,Seyger MM,de Jong EM

更新日期：2016-11-02 00:00:00

abstract：:A double-blind randomized controlled trial with a paired split-scar design compared verapamil, an L-type Ca2+ channel antagonist, and triamcinolone for prevention of keloid recurrence after excision. Ca2+ channel blocking activity of verapamil in keloid cells was explored. One keloid was excised per subject and each w...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Danielsen PL,Rea SM,Wood FM,Fear MW,Viola HM,Hool LC,Gankande TU,Alghamdi M,Stevenson AW,Manzur M,Wallace HJ

更新日期：2016-08-23 00:00:00

abstract：:There has been no previous systematic study of bullous skin diseases with granular basement membrane zone deposition exclusively of C3. In this study we collected 20 such patients, none of whom showed cutaneous vasculitis histopathologically. Oral dapsone and topical steroids were effective. Various serological tests ...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Hashimoto T,Tsuruta D,Yasukochi A,Imanishi H,Sekine H,Fujita T,Wanibuchi H,Gi M,Kárpáti S,Sitaru C,Zone JJ,Endo D,Abe S,Nishino T,Koji T,Ishii N

更新日期：2016-08-23 00:00:00

abstract：:Bullous dermolysis of the newborn (BDN) is a subtype of dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa characterized by rapid improvement in skin fragility within the first months of life, associated with typical immunofluorescence and ultrastructural features. Inheritance can be autosomal dominant or recessive. We report here 4 ca...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Diociaiuti A,Castiglia D,Giancristoforo S,Guerra L,Proto V,Dotta A,Boldrini R,Zambruno G,El Hachem M

更新日期：2016-08-23 00:00:00

abstract：:Basement membrane (BM) disruption and dermal changes (elastosis, collagenolysis, vascular ectasia) have been reported in melasma. Although ultraviolet (UV) irradiation can induce these changes, UV is not always necessary for melasma development. Cadherin 11 (CDH11), which is upregulated in some melasma patients, has p...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Kim NH,Choi SH,Lee TR,Lee CH,Lee AY

更新日期：2016-06-15 00:00:00

abstract：:There is some evidence that genes involved in the pathogenesis of atopic dermatitis, in addition to the filaggrin (FLG) gene, may be located at chromosome region 1q21. The aim of this study was to examine the association of single nucleotide polymorphisms in the region of the late cornified envelope-like proline-rich ...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Trzeciak M,Wesserling M,Bandurski T,Glen J,Nowicki R,Pawelczyk T

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) and toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) are severe cutaneous adverse drug reactions characterized by different extents of epidermal necrosis and mucosal breakdown. A limited number of studies have reported the long-term patterns of SJS and TEN complications in patient populations over long ...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Yang CW,Cho YT,Chen KL,Chen YC,Song HL,Chu CY

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sensitive skin is a clinical syndrome characterized by the occurrence of unpleasant sensations, such as pruritus, burning or pain, in response to various factors, including skincare products, water, cold, heat, or other physical and/or chemical factors. Although these symptoms suggest inflammation and the activation o...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Buhé V,Vié K,Guéré C,Natalizio A,Lhéritier C,Le Gall-Ianotto C,Huet F,Talagas M,Lebonvallet N,Marcorelles P,Carré JL,Misery L

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Disutility reflects the disability caused by a disease. The EuroQoL-5D (EQ-5D) questionnaire is a measure of health-related overall utility. The questionnaire has only been applied previously to a small number of patients with hidradenitis. In this study a survey of 421 patients with hidradenitis suppurativa was condu...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Riis PT,Vinding GR,Ring HC,Jemec GB

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Increased expression of cathelicidin antimicrobial peptide (CAMP) is related to the pathogenesis of rosacea. CAMP plays a crucial role in antimicrobial defences, such as the killing of mycobacteria. CAMP gene expression is regulated by vitamin D-dependent (VDR) and vitamin D-independent (C/EBPα) transcription factors....

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Melnik BC

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Age and sex have been identified as predictors of outcome in malignant melanoma (MM). This aim of this multicentre, cross-sectional study was to analyse the role of age and sex as explanatory variables for the diagnosis of thin MM. A total of 2430 patients with MM were recruited. Cases of in situ-T1 MM were more frequ...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Moreno-Ramírez D,Ojeda-Vila T,Ríos-Martín JJ,Nieto-García A,Ferrándiz L

更新日期：2015-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection is a possible pathogenic factor in Behçet's disease (BD). Using proteomics analysis, this study detected a target HSV protein. Serum IgA and IgG reactivities against the identified protein were evaluated in patients with BD and in BD-like mice. A total of 4 protein bands generated ...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Zheng Z,Sohn S,Ahn KJ,Bang D,Cho SB

更新日期：2015-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a common disease in childhood and an important risk factor for the later development of other atopic diseases. Many publications on childhood AD use questionnaires based on information obtained in adulthood, which introduce the possibility of recall bias. In a prospective cohort study, recall...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Mortz CG,Andersen KE,Bindslev-Jensen C

更新日期：2015-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The proactive use of topical anti-inflammatory (TAI) therapy to address subclinical inflammation is an effective, contemporary clinical strategy for the management of atopic dermatitis (AD). The interaction of a proactive TAI dose with the subclinical epidermal barrier defect in AD is yet to be determined. A randomise...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Chittock J,Brown K,Cork MJ,Danby SG

更新日期：2015-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Atopic dermatitis (AD) and impetigo are skin conditions where bacterial colonisation and infection, especially with Staphylococcus aureus play an important role. We compared skin bacterial population, resistance patterns and choice of antimicrobial agents in patients diagnosed with AD and impetigo during 2005 and 2011...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Salah LA,Faergemann J

更新日期：2015-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：UNLABELLED:Disperse dyes, which are used for colouring synthetic textile fibres, are well-known contact sensitisers. To investigate the outcome of patch-testing with a textile dye mix (TDM) at 7 dermatology clinics in Sweden, a TDM tested at 2 concentrations was included into the baseline series during one year. The mi...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Ryberg K,Bråred-Christensson J,Engfeldt M,Isaksson M,Lindberg M,Matura M,Stenberg B,Svedman C,Bruze M

更新日期：2015-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pruritus is a frequently encountered symptom following burns. Higher intensity of itching has been associated with depth of the wounds and specific body locations but these differences are not well understood. Our aim was to investigate the intensity of post burn pruritus in grafted and non-grafted burns across anatom...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Kuipers HC,Bremer M,Braem L,Goemanne AS,Middelkoop E,van Loey NE

更新日期：2015-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The prevalence of melanocytic naevi in children correlates with sun exposure and may serve as an objective population risk indicator of future melanoma incidence. The aim was to investigate if mobile teledermatology could offer a valid methodology compared with standard manual, face-to-face counting of naevi on the ba...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Karlsson MA,Lindelöf B,Wahlgren CF,Wiklund K,Rodvall Y

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The introduction of biologics has changed treatment patterns as well as costs in patients with psoriasis. This study was performed to estimate direct and indirect costs of the psoriasis population in Sweden, and to analyse changes in costs between 2006 and 2009. The study population was identified in national register...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Norlin JM,Steen Carlsson K,Persson U,Schmitt-Egenolf M

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The increasing incidence of melanoma prompts a need for efficient management of this patient group. In this study, we use the number needed to excise (NNE), as a measurement of the efficiency of diagnosing melanoma. From January 2009 to December 2012, postoperative records from all patients were prospectively register...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Ahnlide I,Nielsen K,Bjellerup M

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Health-related quality of life (HRQOL) has become an important patient reported outcome in health service research. The dermatology life quality index (DLQI) is the most commonly used instrument in dermatology. In recent years, the psychometric properties of the DLQI have been a subject of debate as requirements of mo...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Ofenloch RF,Diepgen TL,Weisshaar E,Elsner P,Apfelbacher CJ

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Skin microdialysis is an established method for in vivo sample collection from the extracellular fluid space. This method has been extensively used in studies of inflammatory reactions in the skin of animals and humans. Skin microdialysis consists of the implantation of semi-permeable probes into the upper dermis, per...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Hersini KJ,Melgaard L,Gazerani P,Petersen LJ

更新日期：2014-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this study was to assess quality of life in patients with scalp dermatitis using the Italian version of the Scalpdex, and to validate the instrument in Italian. The survey was conducted in outpatients with psoriasis, seborrhoeic dermatitis, alopecia, or follicular lichen. Data were completed on 194 patients...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Sampogna F,Linder D,Piaserico S,Altomare G,Bortune M,Calzavara-Pinton P,Vedove CD,Girolomoni G,Peserico A,Sala R,Abeni D

更新日期：2014-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Adequate sun protection is often neglected during occupational outdoor work. To investigate the acceptance and usability of sunscreens during outdoor work a single-blind, randomized-controlled, cross-over trial was performed in 40 subjects. Two sunscreen formulations were used daily on working days for 4 weeks at a ti...

journal_title：Acta dermato-venereologica

authors： Bauer A,Hault K,Püschel A,Rönsch H,Knuschke P,Beissert S

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00