Medscape Conference Coverage, based on selected sessions at the:
American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) 66th Annual Meeting
February 1 - 5, 2008, San Antonio, Texas
This activity is not sanctioned by, nor a part of, the American Academy of Dermatology.
Conference Report Conference News - Frequent Hand Washing May Increase Risk for Contact Dermatitis in Healthcare Workers Use of alcohol-based hand sanitizers, cream-based lotions, and cotton gloves under rubber gloves are recommended.
Medscape Medical News, February 6, 2008 - Long-Term Data Show Sustained Efficacy With Infliximab for Severe Pustular Psoriasis Infliximab taken every 6 weeks plus weekly methotrexate effectively controlled intractable severe pustular psoriasis.
Medscape Medical News, February 6, 2008 - Efficacy of Botulinum Toxin Does Not Sag Over Time Botox injections can be repeated as needed with no waning of efficacy.
Medscape Medical News, February 5, 2008 - Novel Biologic Agent Proves Highly Effective in Severe Plaque Psoriasis In PHOENIX 1, a multicenter, double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial, ustekinumab showed long-term, sustained efficacy in the treatment of plaque psoriasis.
Medscape Medical News, February 4, 2008 - Nearly 10 Million Visits Show No Link Between Isotretinoin Use and Suicide No negative associations were established between the acne medication isotretinoin and self injury, according to data from 2 large, nationally representative databases.
Medscape Medical News, February 4, 2008 - Infliximab Shows Consistent Response Across All Body Regions in Psoriasis When used to treat psoriasis, infliximab's effects are consistent across all regions of the body, including the scalp and extremities.
Reuters Health, February 4, 2008 |
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