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Erectile dysfunction in dermatology and venereology: From aetiopathogenic mechanisms to practical considerations for dermato‐venereologists

open access: yesJournal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, EarlyView.
Multiple inflammatory, infectious and autoimmune dermato‐venereological conditions are associated with erectile dysfunction (ED) due to underlying intricate vasculogenic, neurogenic, endocrine and psychogenic mechanisms. It is recommended that practitioners screen dermatology patients for ED and associated comorbidities, provide personalized lifestyle ...
Andrei Tanasov, George‐Sorin Tiplica
wiley   +1 more source

Assessment of Esophagogastric Junction Barrier Function With the Supine‐Upright Transition of the Chicago Classification Protocol

open access: yesNeurogastroenterology &Motility, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background & Aims The straight leg raise (SLR) is a provocative maneuver used to assess the esophagogastric junction (EGJ) barrier function during high‐resolution manometry (HRM) and is part of the Milan Score (MS). The Chicago Classification 4.0 (CCv4.0) protocol requires patients to perform a supine‐upright transition (SUT), increasing intra‐
Stefano Siboni   +17 more
wiley   +1 more source

Optimizing the Straight Leg Raise Maneuver to Improve Prediction of Conclusive Gastro‐Esophageal Reflux Disease

open access: yesNeurogastroenterology &Motility, EarlyView.
The SLR maneuver is a valuable component of GERD evaluation. By establishing optimal thresholds for both effective EGJ challenge and accurate GERD prediction, we provide another step for standardized implementation in clinical practice. ABSTRACT Background Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) arises from dysfunction of the anti‐reflux barrier.
Stefano Siboni   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Laser therapy in superficial morphea lesions – indications, limitations and therapeutic alternatives [PDF]

open access: yes, 2020
Morphea or localized scleroderma is an uncommon autoimmune and inflammatory disease which affects patients of any age. Even if morphea lesions present systemic symptoms as myalgias or arthritis, it is distinct from systemic sclerosis because it does not ...
Ardeleanu, Valeriu   +4 more
core   +1 more source

Progressive Soft Tissue Swelling in a Pediatric Patient Leading to the Diagnosis of Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva: A Case Report

open access: yesPediatric Dermatology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva (FOP) is a rare genetic disorder characterized by progressive heterotopic ossification (HO) and congenital malformation of the great toes. This case describes a 5‐year‐old Caucasian girl who initially presented with painless neck and back swelling as well as severe limitation of movement in the neck and ...
Orhan Yilmaz, Loretta Fiorillo
wiley   +1 more source

A case of scleroderma-like lesions as a cutaneous manifestation of carcinoid syndrome

open access: yesCurrent Problems in Cancer: Case Reports, 2022
Scleroderma-like lesions are a rare sign of carcinoid syndrome which have been associated with poor prognosis. They differ from systemic sclerosis by involving preferentially the skin in the lower limbs, lacking Raynaud's phenomenon and having no ...
João Boavida Ferreira   +5 more
doaj  

Protocol for a partially nested randomized controlled trial to evaluate the effectiveness of the Scleroderma Patient-centered Intervention Network Support Group Leader EDucation (SPIN-SSLED) Program

open access: yesTrials, 2019
Background Some people with rare diseases rely on peer-led support groups for disease-specific education and emotional and practical support. Systemic sclerosis (SSc), or scleroderma, is a rare autoimmune connective tissue disease.
Brett D. Thombs   +15 more
doaj   +1 more source

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