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Discovering Dermatology Times: August 2024 Personalized Vitiligo Care Supplement
Learn more about the in-depth topics covered in the August 2024 supplement of Dermatology Times.
Patients Report Higher Treatment Satisfaction With Surgery Versus Other Actinic Keratosis Therapies
One hundred patients with AK rated their therapies with the TSQM and Likert scale, and shared their treatment needs regarding goals, cost, type, duration, and location.
The Role of AI in Enhancing Cosmetic Dermatology Practices
A recent review highlighted how AI can be used to enhance diagnostic accuracy, consultations, treatment planning, and patient education.
Overcoming Therapeutic Inertia in Atopic Dermatitis—The AHEAD Recommendations as a Path Forward
By setting higher treatment goals, the AHEAD recommendations emphasize the importance of achieving optimal targets for both skin clearance and itch relief in atopic dermatitis.
Positive Long-Term Results for Roflumilast Cream in Young Children
Results from the study highlight that the therapy improves AD symptoms over time, with 71.9% of participants achieving substantial improvement.
Differences in Efficacy of Platelet-Rich Plasma With Versus Without Photoactivation Minimal, According to Study in Melasma
Researchers say further studies are needed to understand the effects of photoactivation, if any, in combination with PRP.
Test Your Knowledge: Oncodermatology
Earlier this summer, Meghan Heberton, MD, emphasized the importance and growth of the subspecialty.
New Treatment Targets for Atopic Dermatitis
The AHEAD recommendations focus on achieving disease control in atopic dermatitis by allowing patients to identify key symptoms and clinicians to select matching outcomes to guide therapy, aiming for a higher standard of care.
Action Plan Reduces AD Severity and Enhances QoL in Adults
The study found that after 4 weeks of using the action plan, AD severity decreased markedly, with many patients achieving mild AD status.
Facial Botox Injections May Elevate Mood, Study Finds
The findings support the idea that Botox can enhance emotional well-being and self-confidence, although it did not notably impact the quality of life.
Case of Juvenile Bullous Pemphigoid with Negative Serum BP180 ELISA Test Reveals Need for Additional Testing
Bullous pemphigoid in youth is rare and can be missed due to negative BP180 ELISA results, complicating timely diagnosis in children.
DPCP Immunotherapy Yields 61.8% Hair Regrowth Rate in Pediatric Alopecia Areata
Approximately 8.8% of patients achieved complete response a year after onset of diphenylcyclopropenone therapy.
A Paradox of Anti-Inflammatory Biologics
Biologics work by inhibiting inflammatory cytokines, but a small percentage of patients may experience “paradoxical psoriasis.”
Vitiligo Care Personalized for Each Patient: Part 4
At the conclusion of their roundtable event, Rocco Serrao, MD, FAAD; Latanya Benjamin, MD, FAAD; and Anthony Nuara, MD, PhD, discuss final considerations for tailoring vitiligo treatment plans.
Concentrated Growth Factors Show Promise for Treating AGA
A recent study found after 6 months, CGF therapy resulted in a sustained increase in terminal hair density without significant adverse events.
Experts Report Moderate Patient Adherence to Melanoma Screening and Surveillance Program
Researchers tailored screening and surveillance schedules to individual risk of patients.
Patients With Psoriasis Demonstrate Higher Rates of Helicobacter Pylori Infection Versus Controls
Rates of infection did not correlate with disease severity, however.
Derm In The News: August 18-24
Keep up with the latest headlines in dermatology from the past week, including the presence of toxic "forever chemicals" in artificial turf, commercial availability of apremilast in the US, and more.
The Weekly Roundup: August 19-23
In case you missed it, this week we had news about Pelage's novel PP405 in phase 2a for androgenetic alopecia, the availability of apremilast in the US for pediatric psoriasis, higher patient adherence with pre-filled risankizumab pens, and more.
GLP-1 Agonists Not Linked to the Development of Acne
Acne vulgaris has been reported as an adverse effect of GLP-1 receptor agonists by some patients.
Higher Risankizumab Adherence with New Injection Device
A recent study found prefilled pens with concealed needles showed promise in reducing injection-related anxiety and improving patient adherence.
Surgery Exhibits Superior Efficacy for Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma In Situ
A comprehensive analysis of 71 studies revealed the highest lesion clearance and recurrence rates among individuals who had undergone surgery.
Autologous Fat Grafting Proves Promising in Treatment of Cicatricial Alopecia
Autologous fat grafting may be able to treat alopecia by controlling inflammation, enhancing symptoms, and boosting hair density.
Daily Collagen Intake Delays Visible Signs of Skin and Nail Aging
A recent study confirmed that collagen peptides effectively counteract age-related skin issues such as reduced density and increased dryness.
New Toolkit Aims to Boost Diversity in Skin Research
Researchers identified mistrust, social stigma, and language barriers as major obstacles for ethnic minorities in skin research.
Case Report Demonstrates Treatment of Refractory Follicular Lichen Planus With Ruxolitinib
After treatment with the topical JAK inhibitor, researchers reported significant improvement of lesional skin.
Significant Disparities Persist in Cutaneous Presentations, Diagnosis, and Outcomes of Scleroderma in Skin of Color
In a review, researchers reported that ethnicity plays a role in outcomes, presentations, and more for individuals with systemic sclerosis.
Vitiligo Care Personalized for Each Patient: Part 3
Anthony Nuara, MD, PhD, reviewed a case study of a 32-year-old professional makeup artist who was concerned about her depigmented patches affecting her livelihood.
New Report Highlights Health Disparities in Psoriasis Care
The National Psoriasis Foundation's new report provides an overview of the health impacts of psoriasis, revealing significant issues in care and outcomes.
Journal Digest: August 21
This week’s collection of the latest dermatologic studies includes the prevalence of vulvar dermatoses among ethnically diverse patients, the adaptation of the Mackie melanoma risk stratification tool into a tablet-based patient questionnaire, siblings diagnosed with hereditary sensory and autonomic neuropathy, and more.