Issue Archive
November 2023 | Volume 22 | Issue 11
Editorials
Original Articles
A Prospective, Randomized Controlled, Single-Blinded Study to Assess the Effect of a 33-Gauge Needle Versus a 34-Gauge Needle on Pain Experienced During Injection of Local Anesthetic on the Face
Background: Most pain experienced by patients during Mohs micrographic surgery is associated with the initial injection. Previous studies have shown that a smaller gauge needle (33-gauge vs 30-gauge) ...
Read MoreTopical Treatments for Melasma and Post-inflammatory Hyperpigmentation
Background: Dyschromia is one of the most common reasons for patients to seek dermatological care, especially among individuals with skin of color. Most cases present as melasma or post-inflammatory h...
Read MoreA Prospective, Multicenter, Study of Laser-Activated Gold Microparticles for Treating Patients Using Concomitant Topical Retinoids for Mild-to-Moderate Inflammatory Acne
Gold microparticles are indicated as an accessory to 1064 nm lasers to facilitate photo-thermal heating of sebaceous glands for treating mild-to-moderate inflammatory acne vulgaris (Sebacia Microparti...
Read MoreFractionated Ablation With Trans-Epidermal Pigment Release: A Novel Tattoo Removal Method
Tattoos continue to be an important way of emotional and/or identity expression for individuals and communities, whether obtained at a tattoo parlor or through communal rituals. Tattoos vary in their ...
Read MoreCO2 Laser Matricectomy for the Treatment of Pincer Nail Deformity: A Retrospective Cohort Study
Background: Pincer nail deformity (PND) is a common toenail disorder characterized by transverse over-curvature of the nail plate. It can cause severe pain, chronic inflammation, and recurrent infecti...
Read MoreThe First In-Human Application of Continuous Low-Irradiance Phototherapy for Chronic Wounds: A Pilot Study
Background: Polymicrobial colonization and resultant biofilm formation significantly impair the process of wound healing. Stagnant tissue repair processes predispose patients to serious complications ...
Read MoreIn Vivo Reflectance Confocal Microscopy Evaluation of Microneedle Patch Penetration Depth
Background: Firstly, confirm penetration of the skin's most exclusive layer, the stratum corneum (SC), by commercially available microneedle patches using reflectance confocal microscopy (RCM). Second...
Read MoreNarrow-Band Intense Pulsed Light as Treatment for Erythematotelangiectatic Rosacea: A Retrospective Study
Background: Erythematotelangiectatic rosacea can be successfully treated using various laser and light-based devices. However, the use of narrow-band intense pulsed light for the treatment of erythema...
Read MoreThe Interventions to Minimize Pain During Photodynamic Therapy With 5-Aminolevulinic Acid for the Treatment of Cutaneous Diseases
Photosensitization with 5-aminolevulinic acid (ALA) combined with photodynamic therapy (PDT) is approved in the United States for the treatment of actinic keratosis (AK) and is used off-la...
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Features
Platelet-Rich Plasma Across the Spectrum of Alopecias: Where Are We Now?
Seasonal Patterns in Tetracycline-Associated Hyperpigmentation Among Patients With Acne Vulgaris
Background: Oral tetracyclines (TCNs) are commonly prescribed for acne, but they have been shown to increase the risk of hyperpigmentation, particularly in the setting of sun exposure. Objective: We ...
Read MoreTelemedicine Versus Teledermatology Usage and Perception Among US-Based Physicians: A Survey Study
The COVID-19 pandemic has sparked an increase in focus and use of telemedicine in several patient care settings. This survey study was distributed to actively practicing US-based physicians and examin...
Read MoreEvaluating Quality and Reliability of Most-Viewed YouTube Videos on Topical Steroid Withdrawal
Hypohidrotic Ectodermal Dysplasia Milia Treatment With Fractional Carbon Dioxide Laser and Laser-Assisted Drug Delivery of Triamcinolone
Hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia (HED) is a genetic disorder characterized by hypohidrosis, hypodontia, and hypotrichosis. Skin manifestations, including dyspigmentation and milia-like papules that c...
Read MoreEpidemiology of Chronic Dermatologic Conditions in Skin of Color
Across the board, common dermatologic conditions disproportionately affect patients of color. While the causes of these disparities have been tied to the environment, societal structure, access to car...
Read MorePerceived Barriers to Career Advancement: Medical Students and Resident Physicians
Background: The path to becoming a physician is challenging, with various barriers influencing medical student and resident physician residency and fellowship training career decisions. Studies compar...
Read MoreDapsone to Treat Moderate-to-Severe Hidradenitis Suppurativa: A Retrospective Case-Series
Background: Management of hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is challenging since no single treatment provides consistently effective results, leaving patients with frequent relapses. Dapsone combines anti...
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Case Reports
Management of Stevens-Johnson Syndrome/Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis: A Case Report and Literature Review
Introduction: Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis (SJS/TEN) is a rare and dangerous dermatologic emergency. It can have different presentations, especially in patients with multiple dr...
Read MoreUtility of Pulsed-Dye Laser in the Treatment of Recalcitrant Hailey-Hailey Disease
Departments
FULL SUPPLEMENT: United States Cutaneous Oncodermatology Management (USCOM) III: A Multidisciplinary-Guided Algorithm for the Prevention and Management of Cutaneous Immunotherapy-Related Adverse Events in Cancer Patients
Background: In 2023, nearly 2 million patients will be diagnosed with cancer in the United States and at least 40% will be eligible for treatment with an immune checkpoint inhibitor (ICI). Cutaneous i...
Read MoreFULL SUPPLEMENT: Nordic European Cutaneous Oncodermatology Management (NECOM) 3: A Practical Algorithm for Acute Radiation Dermatitis Management for Cancer Patients Receiving Radiation Therapy
Background: In the Nordic European countries in 2020, cancer diagnoses accounted for 175,925 patients. About 50% of cancer patients receive radiation therapy (RT), which may lead to radiation der...
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Supplements
INDIVIDUAL ARTICLE: USCOM Algorithm for the Prevention and Management of Cutaneous Immunotherapy-Related Adverse Events
Background: In 2023, nearly 2 million patients will be diagnosed with cancer in the United States and at least 40% will be eligible for treatment with an immune checkpoint inhibitor (ICI). Cutaneous i...
Read MoreINDIVIDUAL ARTICLE: NECOM 3: A Practical Algorithm for the Management of Radiation Therapy-Related Acute Radiation Dermatitis
Background: In the Nordic European countries in 2020, cancer diagnoses accounted for 175,925 patients. About 50% of cancer patients receive radiation therapy (RT), which may lead to radiation dermatit...
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