Dermatology Journal Articles

• Public Awareness of Invasive Fungal Diseases A recent survey revealed that more than two thirds of respondents had never heard of any of six invasive fungal diseases.
  Morbidity & Mortality Weekly Report, November 27, 2020
• Basal Cell Carcinoma: An Emerging Epidemic in Women in Iceland What might explain the high incidence of basal cell carcinoma in Icelandic women, who are generally exposed to a low level of outdoor ultraviolet radiation?
  The British Journal of Dermatology, November 25, 2020
• Nodular Fasciitis -- A Rare Cause of an Ear Lesion Nodular fasciitis was found to be the cause of a rapidly growing ear lesion in a small child. How was this rare case diagnosed and ultimately managed?
  ePlasty, Open Access Journal of Plastic Surgery, November 25, 2020
• Dermatologic Applications and Safety of JAK Inhibitors Janus kinase inhibitors offer promise for a number of immunologically driven conditions. What are their potential clinical applications in dermatology?
  Skin Therapy Letter, November 20, 2020
• Predictors of SSIs Among Patients With Diabetes Post CABG Could certain factors predict which patients with diabetes may develop surgical site infections after CABG surgery?
  Wounds, November 19, 2020
• Consensus Criteria for the Diagnosis of Scabies The 2020 IACS Criteria presents a pragmatic, standardized approach to the diagnosis of scabies.
  The British Journal of Dermatology, November 18, 2020
• Ustekinumab for Plaque Psoriasis in Pediatric Patients Ustekinumab is currently approved for the treatment of moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis in adolescents and adults; is it safe for younger patients?
  The British Journal of Dermatology, November 12, 2020
• Treatment of DFUs With a Hepatic-Derived Wound Matrix A novel hepatic-derived wound matrix may provide an effective option for the treatment of difficult-to-heal diabetic foot ulcers.
  Wounds, November 05, 2020
• SARS-CoV-2 Endothelial Infection Causes Covid-19 Chilblains This paper describes the histopathological features and the role of SARS-CoV-2 in chilblains, which are being seen with increasing frequency in children and young adults during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  The British Journal of Dermatology, November 05, 2020
• Ixekizumab Treatment of Biologic-Naive Psoriatic Arthritis Is ixekizumab a safe and effective therapeutic option for psoriatic arthritis patients naive to biologic treatment?
  Rheumatology, November 02, 2020
• Calciphylaxis in CKD Treated With Sodium Thiosulfate Read about this case in which sodium thiosulfate was used to successfully treat a patient with CKD who developed calciphylaxis.
  Wounds, October 29, 2020
• Efficacy and Tolerability of Biologic Therapies in Psoriasis This network meta-analysis compared the efficacy and tolerability of all currently approved biologic treatments for psoriasis.
  The British Journal of Dermatology, October 29, 2020
• Safe and Efficient Implant-Based Breast Reconstruction When it comes to implant-based breast reconstruction, there are a multitude of options. Which are the most effective techniques?
  Plastic Reconstructive Surgery-Global Open (PRS Global Open), October 29, 2020
• Effect and Antibiofilm Activity of a Skin and Wound Cleanser Components of a wound cleanser product were evaluated for synergistic effects and antibiofilm activity. What have we learned?
  Wounds, October 22, 2020
• Guidelines for Biologic Therapy for Psoriasis 2020 This 2020 evidence-based guideline, developed with the British Association of Dermatologists, provides updated recommendations on the use of biologic therapies in the treatment of psoriasis in adults.
  The British Journal of Dermatology, October 22, 2020
• Elective Treatment of Dermatosis Papulosa Nigra Dermatosis papulosa nigra is a benign lesion of darker skin, affecting primarily individuals of African or Asian descent. Review the available treatment modalities in this paper.
  Skin Therapy Letter, October 20, 2020
• COVID-19-Associated MIS in Children This report highlights the clinical signs and symptoms of multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children, a rare but serious condition that can present 2-4 weeks after the onset of COVID-19.
  Morbidity & Mortality Weekly Report, October 16, 2020
• A Review of Diabetic Foot Wounds and Osteomyelitis A new review provides an overview of the etiology, diagnosis, and treatment options for diabetic foot ulcers for the practicing orthopedist.
  Current Orthopaedic Practice, October 16, 2020
• Life Experiences of Psoriasis Patients Receiving Biologics While biologics have improved treatment outcomes and health-related quality of life in patients with psoriasis, this study reveals that psychological issues caused by psoriasis persist.
  The British Journal of Dermatology, October 16, 2020
• Cryopreserved Umbilical Tissue for Treating Complex Wounds Complex wounds can be challenging and difficult-to-treat. Could a cryopreserved umbilical tissue graft containing viable cells provide another therapeutic option?
  Wounds, October 15, 2020