Issue Archive
February 2022 | Volume 21 | Issue 2
Editorials
Most Patient-Oriented Video Resources Do Not Comprehensively Explain Mohs Micrographic Surgery
Mohs micrographic surgery (MMS) is increasingly utilized for treatment of skin cancer, however the technique used is markedly different than other surgical modalities.1,2 Explaining MMS to patients is...
Read MoreDisparities in Telemedicine Satisfaction Among Older and Non-White Dermatology Patients: A Cross-Sectional Study
Telemedicine use has expanded rapidly during the COVID-19 pandemic. There is limited data on patient satisfaction with teledermatology; therefore, we examined patient teledermatology experiences at a ...
Read MoreExperience of a Single Academic Center Using IL-1 Inhibition for Rare Dermatologic Conditions
Evidence-based literature regarding management of rare and severe dermatologic disease is limited. Canakinumab and anakinra, two therapeutics used for inhibiting IL-1 pathways, have seen increased uti...
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Original Articles
Perceptions of Artificial Intelligence Integration into Dermatology Clinical Practice: A Cross-Sectional Survey Study
Background: Artificial intelligence (AI) is a growing field in dermatology and has great potential for integration into clinical practice. Our objective was to assess the perceptions of artificial int...
Read MoreEarly Response is Associated With Stable Long-Term Response in Psoriasis Patients Receiving Ixekizumab or Ustekinumab
Background: The identification of early treatment factors that predict the long-term success of maintenance therapy for psoriasis may help optimize individual therapy.
Objective: To determine ea...
Read MoreBimekizumab Self-Injection Devices: Two Multicenter, Randomized, Open-Label Studies on Self-Administration by Patients With Psoriasis
Background: Bimekizumab is a monoclonal IgG1 antibody that selectively inhibits interleukin (IL)-17F in addition to IL-17A.
Objectives: To assess patients' ability to self-inject bimekizumab sub...
Read MoreA Systematic Review: Application of Rice Products for Hair Growth
Background: Rice bran extracts (RB) derived from Oryza sativa are part of cultural skin and hair care practices in Asia. Given the knowledge gap regarding clinical efficacy, marketplace availability, ...
Read MoreHistopathological Changes Induced by Malassezin: A Novel Natural Microbiome Indole for Treatment of Facial Hyperpigmentation
Background: Malassezin is a natural indole compound produced by the fungus Malassezia furfur and preclinical investigations have demonstrated an ability to suppress melanogenesis.
Objective: To i...
Read More2020 IDEOM Annual Meeting: Actinic Keratosis Stakeholders Survey Identifies Gaps in Research and Care
This is a report of the survey results from the International Dermatology Outcome Measures (IDEOM) actinic keratosis (AK) workgroup. The purpose of the survey was to compile a list of gaps within AK c...
Read MoreThe Use of Mycophenolate Mofetil in the Treatment of Bullous Pemphigoid
Background: The first-line treatment for patients with bullous pemphigoid (BP), the most common autoimmune blistering disease, is systemic glucocorticoids, which are associated with numerous side effe...
Read MoreIntralesional Mode of Drug Administration in Psoriasis
The use of various conventional systemic and topical therapies in psoriasis has resulted in various major and minor side effects. Hence, we need to switch to intralesional administration of antipsoria...
Read MoreTreatment of Nail Psoriasis
Nail psoriasis has a considerable negative impact on the quality of life by limiting the patient’s household chores, professional activities and social interactions. Treatment for nail psoriasis...
Read MoreArtificial Intelligence in the Evaluation of Telemedicine Dermatology Patients
Background: Background: Early detection of malignant skin lesions reduces morbidity. There is increased need for a telemedicine triage tool to prioritize patients who require in-person evaluation for ...
Read MorePlatelet Count, Mean Platelet Volume, and Red Cell Distribution Width as Markers for Psoriasis Severity
Background: Psoriasis is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition that is growing in prevalence globally. Routinely available options to assess psoriasis severity and progression are limited. More optio...
Read MoreThe Heterogeneity of Atopic Dermatitis
Background: Recent advances were made in characterizing the clinical heterogeneity of atopic dermatitis (AD).
Objective: To review the clinical domains contributing to AD heterogeneity and descr...
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Case Reports
A Rare Case of Empedobacter Brevis Cutaneous Infection Treated Successfully With Oral Sarecycline
Empedobacter brevis (E. brevis) is a gram-negative, nonmotile, aerobic bacteria that is part of the Flavobacteriaceae family. It is mostly found in water sources, plants, soils, and more recently, hos...
Read MoreNonresponse and Progression of Diffuse Keloids to Dupilumab Therapy
Th2 cytokines, including IL-4 and IL-13, have been shown to increase TGFβ, promoting fibrosis. A recent study showed keloid improvement in one patient after administration of Dupilumab, an IL-4 r...
Read MoreIntralesional Bleomycin Combined With Cryotherapy in the Treatment of Recalcitrant Verruca Vulgaris
Verruca vulgaris is a common cutaneous manifestation of Human Papillomavirus (HPV) infection that presents as hyperkeratotic, cauliflower-like papules with central black petechiae. These lesions may b...
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