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Tissue Biomarkers for Prognosis in Cutaneous Melanoma: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Authors review the literature on immunohistochemistry-based protein biomarkers of melanoma outcome in an effort toward finding a widely acceptable molecular method for risk stratification.
Journal Article, July 9, 2009
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Why More Doctors Should Use NPs and PAs -- And Why They Don't
As physician reimbursements decline and universal healthcare seems possible, doctors can become more profitable and more competitive by using nurse practitioners and PAs.
Article, July 9, 2009
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Thrombocytopenia Associated With the use of Anti-Tumor Necrosis Factor-α Agents for Psoriasis
The prevalence of thrombocytopenia is unusually high for patients taking anti-TNF-α agents for psoriasis and/or psoriatic arthritis.
Experts And Viewpoints, July 9, 2009
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Rhinophymous Leishmaniasis: A New Variant
Read this case about a new morphology of cutaneous leishmaniasis. A rhinophyma-like plaque is present in an elderly man with a large infiltrated plaque of his nose and adjoining area of his upper lip.
Journal Article, July 9, 2009
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Vesiculo-bullous Dermatomyositis: Report of Three Cases
Journal Article, July 8, 2009
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Persistent Hair Growth During Treatment With the EGFR Inhibitor Erlotinib
Can treatment with EGFR Inhibitor Erlotinib stimulate hair growth?
Journal Article, July 6, 2009
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Lower Extremity Glomus Tumors: Comprehensive Review for Surgeons
Lower extremity glomus tumor (GT) diagnosis is often delayed owing to the lack of awareness and low level of suspicion by the treating physician. GT is thought to arise from the nail beds.
Journal Article, July 6, 2009
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Prospective Study of Skin Surgery in Smokers vs. Nonsmokers
Smoking may increase the risk of postoperative complications even following minor surgery. This study investigates the association between smoking and complications following skin surgery.
Journal Article, July 5, 2009
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New Direction at the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS): An Expert Interview With President Renato Saltz, MD
New President, Dr. Renato Saltz, discusses the current and future goals of the ASAPS.
Experts And Viewpoints, July 2, 2009
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Guidelines for Telephone Triage
What are the 12 guidelines for safe care? What are the most common problems with triage practice? Are there unique considerations for dermatology practices?
Journal Article, June 29, 2009
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ce of CandidThe Enigma of the Major Repeat Sequena Albicans
Major Repeat Sequence (MRS) refers to a stretch of complex DNA found in at least 9 copies of the Candida albicans genome. Find out the latest evidence for its role in chromosome dynamics.
Journal Article, June 29, 2009
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The Case: A Child with Skin Lesions, Absent Upper Limb Pulses and Hypertension
A 13-year-old boy presented after an episode of generalized tonic clonic convulsions followed by altered sensorium. What is the diagnosis?
Journal Article, June 25, 2009
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Aesthetic Surgery Education and Research Foundation (ASERF) Elects New Officers: An Expert Interview With ASERF President Laurie Casas, MD
ASERF funds basic and clinical research to promote safety and efficacy of new plastic surgery techniques. Newly elected ASERF President, Dr. Laurie Casas, discusses their current and future goals.
Experts And Viewpoints, June 25, 2009
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Acquired Pincer Nail Deformity Associated With End Stage Renal Disease Secondary to Diabetes
The case of an end stage renal failure patient suffering from pincer nail deformity.
Journal Article, June 23, 2009
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Benign Chondroid Syringoma
A 38-year-old woman is diagnosed with benign chondroid syringoma after presenting with a mass on her left hand that had grown in size over a 3-year period. What is the preferred imaging modality?
Journal Article, June 23, 2009
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Concomitant Therapy for Acne in Patients With Skin of Color: A Case-Based Approach
Acne affects individuals of all races and ethnicities. Patients with skin of color present a unique challenge, particularly due to the potential for post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
Journal Article, June 22, 2009
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The Importance of Networking
The construction of genetic networks to link the genotypes and phenotypes of mice is discussed. Identifying genes with key roles in phenotypes that are related to disease may be the result.
Journal Article, June 19, 2009
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What Does Board-Certified Really Mean? An Expert Interview With James Wells, MD
Dr. James Wells, past president of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, explains the importance of choosing a properly certified plastic surgeon. Dr. James Wells, past president of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, explains the importance of choosing a properly certified plastic surgeon.
Experts And Viewpoints, June 18, 2009
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Prophylactic Administration of Avotermin May Improve Wound Healing
Commentary on a study on the impact of the use of TGFbeta-3 (avotermin) on skin healing and scarring, published April 2009 in The Lancet.
Experts And Viewpoints, June 18, 2009
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Impact of Obtaining Medications from Pharmaceutical Company Assistance Programs on Therapeutic Goals
Is there a benefit to pharmacist assistance programs versus prescription insurance?
Journal Article, June 17, 2009
