INTRODUCTIONMohs micrographic surgery (MMS) is characterized by its histopathologic margin control and ability to spare tissue, particularly in cosmetically sensitive areas.1 According to National Comprehensive Cancer Network, MMS has the…
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INTRODUCTIONCutaneous vasculopathies are disorders in which blood vessel occlusion, in the absence of vasculitis, is observed on skin biopsy. Cutaneous vasculopathy has a broad histopathologic differential including embolization, platelet plugging,…
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INTRODUCTIONAs of 2019, 79% of Americans have a social media profile, with the majority using platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram.1 Social media was originally created to connect…
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INTRODUCTIONThe demand for effective removal of unwanted body hair is an increasing trend promoting photoepilation by laser or other light-based technology as the fastest growing procedure in cosmetic dermatology.1 Photoepilation…
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INTRODUCTIONSebaceous Hyperplasia (SH) is a common skin lesion that can develop after age 40, with a prevalence as high as 26% in older adults.1 The classic senile variant presents as…
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INTRODUCTIONIn terms of our daily lives, arms and legs play an important functional role. Interestingly, they also play a significant role in our perception of beauty. Many surgeons and physicians…
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INTRODUCTIONAtopic dermatitis (AD), the most common form of eczema, is characterized by dry, itchy, scaly, and inflamed skin1 along with decreased diversity in the skin microbiome. Although AD is most…
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INTRODUCTIONSevere acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS- CoV-2) is the single-stranded RNA beta-coronavirus responsible for the novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) causing respiratory diseases, including pneumonia and acute respiratory distress…
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INTRODUCTIONSupportive oncodermatology is a growing field that provides treatment and preventive care to oncology patients who experience dermatologic adverse events (dAEs) secondary to cytotoxic and targeted cancer treatments. Novel cancer…
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BACKGROUNDMohs micrographic surgery in general is associated with low rates of infection. As such, routine prophylactic antibiotics are not recommended. There are, however, several established risk factors for surgical site…
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INTRODUCTIONAs the incidence of melanoma and resulting death rate continue to rise, it has become increasingly important to recognize clinical signs of melanoma to ensure early intervention. The classic signs…
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INTRODUCTIONPsoriasis is an inflammatory skin condition common in the Western world, affecting 2-4% of the population.1,2 Although prevalence is similar in males and females,1 some sex-specific differences have been identified,…
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