A Case of Refractory Giant Porokeratosis, Treated With a New Treatment Approach Consisting of Ablative CO<sub>2</sub> Laser and Methotrexate. [PDF]
ABSTRACT Combined fractional CO2 laser + MTX may be an option for refractory GPK, with vigilant biopsy confirmation and malignancy surveillance.
Asilian A +4 more
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Testing keratolytic effect of carbamide in various vehicles [PDF]
Background. Urea is a natural protein degradation product widely used in keratolytic preparations due to its property to promote fibrinogen decomposition and to act as a proteolytic agent dissolving and denaturing proteins. Preparations containing 20% or
Toskić-Radojičić Marija
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Nevoid Hyperkeratosis of the Nipple – A Case Report and Review of Literature
Nevoid hyperkeratosis of the nipple and areola (NHNA) is a rare, benign, idiopathic condition, which occurs predominantly in women of child-bearing age.
B M Shashi Kumar, Savitha A Somaiah
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The use of urea for skin barrier correction [PDF]
The review summarizes information about the main causes and pathogenesis of xerosis cutis as one of the conditions indicating a violation of the epidermal barrier.
Vera I. Albanova +2 more
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Nanotechnology in Dermatology: A Comprehensive Narrative Review of Performance, Safety, and Clinical Translation. [PDF]
ABSTRACT Background Nanotechnology has emerged as a transformative approach in dermatology, offering potential for enhanced drug delivery, targeted therapy, and improved bioavailability for various skin conditions. However, despite significant research output, translational barriers persist due to heterogeneous study designs, safety concerns, and ...
Al-Dhubaibi MS +5 more
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Successful use of dupilumab for treatment-resistant pityriasis amiantacea
Pityriasis amiantacea (PA) is a scalp condition characterized by thick, adherent scales that are silvery or yellow–gray in color and bind down tufts of hair. PA is associated with several underlying dermatologic conditions including psoriasis, seborrheic
Maya Firsowicz +3 more
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The Multifaceted Role of Keratinocytes in Hidradenitis Suppurativa Pathogenesis. [PDF]
ABSTRACT Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic autoinflammatory skin disorder of the pilosebaceous unit, with multiple factors contributing to its onset, activity and progression. Alongside a predisposing genetic background, hormonal and microbiome alterations, dysregulation of innate and adaptive immune response, as well as environmental ...
Moltrasio C, Marzano AV, Romagnuolo M.
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Diode Laser Surgery as a Conservative Management of Hairy Tongue Lesion Resistance to Treatment
Hairy tongue is a furry appearance on the dorsum surface of the tongue with variable colors. This lesion is due to defective shedding of filiform papillae.
Nazanin Samiei +2 more
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Terra firma-forme dermatosis: a condition not to be forgotten (a case report)
Introduction: Terra firma-forme dermatosis is a benign condition and it can affect anyone, but it seems to be more common in children and young adults. It may appear as brownish or black spots that look like dirt.
Irina Cristóvão +4 more
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Onychomycosis unresponsive to antifungals: Etiology and treatment with a new direct technique
Aims and Objectives: The aim of this study was to identify the fungal agents causing onychomycosis that were unresponsive to antifungal treatment and to treat these cases by placing under-nail cushions with a mild keratolytic to clear the fungus-invaded ...
Fatma Gülru Erdogan +2 more
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