Association of generalized psoriasis and mixed glomerulonephritis in a 10-year-old girl
We present and discuss a case of 10-year-old girl with the unique biopsy findings of double glomerulonephritis associated with the simultaneous onset of generalized psoriasis. (Source: Acta Dermatovenerologica Croatica)
Source: Acta Dermatovenerologica Croatica - July 20, 2017 Category: Dermatology Source Type: research
The impact of psychological stress on acne
Acne is one of the most common skin disorders. It is a multifactorial and complex disease, originating in the pilosebaceous follicle where a hereditary background, androgens, skin lipids, disorders of keratinization, inflammatory signaling, and regulatory neuropeptides seem to be mainly involved. Even though emotional stress has long been suspected to trigger or exacerbate acne, its influence on acne severity has been mostly underestimated until recently when studies have brought new data about the different mechanisms and possible factors involved in this interaction. A point to note is that there have been relatively few...
Source: Acta Dermatovenerologica Croatica - July 20, 2017 Category: Dermatology Source Type: research
Sociodemographic, sexual behaviour and microbiological profiles of men attending public health laboratory for testing for sexually transmitted diseases
This study identified several factors that may contribute to the general risk of STD transmission, which will serve to better understand the transmission dynamics and implementation of adequate prevention programs. (Source: Acta Dermatovenerologica Croatica)
Source: Acta Dermatovenerologica Croatica - July 20, 2017 Category: Dermatology Source Type: research
Translation and validation of the Serbian version of the Skindex-29 instrument for measuring impact of skin disease on quality of life
The Skindex-29 instrument, which is intended for measuring the influence of skin diseases on quality of life, was developed and validated in several languages. However, a Serbian translation of the instrument is not available. The aim of this study was to translate the Skindex-29 from English to Serbian, to make necessary cultural adaptations, and to test its psychometric properties in a sample of outpatients with various skin diseases. The Skindex-29 was translated and adapted according to internationally accepted guidelines and then tested on a sample of Serbian outpatients with various skin diseases. Internal consistenc...
Source: Acta Dermatovenerologica Croatica - July 20, 2017 Category: Dermatology Source Type: research
Mast cell disorders, melanoma and pancreatic carcinoma: from a clinical observation to a brief review of the literature.
Mastocytosis can be associated with other clonal or non-clonal hematologic diseases as well as a variety of non-hematologic malignancies. A 75-year-old Caucasian male patient was referred to us with a 5-month history of neutrophilic leukocytosis and mild splenomegaly. He had developed a cutaneous melanoma sixteen years ago. According to the clinical and pathological features, a final diagnosis of systemic mastocytosis was established. The patient started treatment with interferon- α at a dose of 3 MIU/day, combined with low doses of prednisone. We observed a rapid disappearance of symptoms. Unfortunately, after 3 months a...
Source: Acta Dermatovenerologica Croatica - July 20, 2017 Category: Dermatology Source Type: research
Comparison of doxycycline and benzathine penicillin G for the treatment of early syphilis
Doxycycline is the preferred recommended second-line treatment for the treatment of early syphilis. Recent reports showed a declining efficacy trend of doxycycline in treatment of early syphilis.The aim of our study was to assess the serological response to the treatment for early syphilis with doxycycline compared with benzathine penicillin G and evaluate whether doxycycline is still an effective agent for the treatment of early syphilis.A record-based retrospective study was conducted. Patients were diagnosed with early syphilis in an sexually transmitted disease (STD) clinic from January 1, 2008 to December 31, 2014. Th...
Source: Acta Dermatovenerologica Croatica - July 20, 2017 Category: Dermatology Source Type: research
Predictive value of intraoperative sentinel lymph node imprint cytology analysis for metastasis in patients with melanoma
Since there are no standardized protocols regarding the detection of microscopic melanoma deposits in sentinel lymph nodes (SLN), the aim of this study was to present our experience with intraoperative cytological evaluation of SLN in patients with melanoma.The study included 475 SLN biopsies (SLNB) from 201 patients with primary cutaneous melanoma of intermediate thickness. Each lymph node was cut in half; touch imprint cytology (TIC) preparations of all cut surfaces were performed and stained according to a modified May-Gr ünwald-Giemsa method. The results were compared to definitive postoperative histology. Twenty of 2...
Source: Acta Dermatovenerologica Croatica - July 20, 2017 Category: Dermatology Source Type: research
Development and significance of the E-surveillance system for contact allergies in Slovenia
This paper describes the development and significance of online systems for the collection and analysis of medical data (patch test results) with a web application. Modern digital tools greatly aid in collecting, combining, and preserving the data in a way that is friendly, undemanding and time-efficient for the dermatologist. Creating a central database for the results of patch testing provides a better picture of contact sensitivity and characteristics of allergic contact dermatitis in Slovenia. An electronic database and connected network was started in Slovenia in 2010. Data from skin allergy units since 2000 has also ...
Source: Acta Dermatovenerologica Croatica - July 20, 2017 Category: Dermatology Source Type: research
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Nested melanoma, a new morphological variant of superficial spreading melanoma with characteristic dermoscopic features
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Source: Acta Dermatovenerologica Croatica - May 5, 2017 Category: Dermatology Source Type: research
Onychomadesis following cutaneous vasculitis
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Source: Acta Dermatovenerologica Croatica - May 5, 2017 Category: Dermatology Source Type: research
Antibiotic-induced toxic epidermal necrolysis - a case report
We report the case of a patient admitted to our Intensive Care Unit after an above-the-knee amputation who developed toxic epidermal necrolysis, possibly resulting from antibiotics therapy. Therapy included a combination of intravenous immunoglobulin with gentle early debridement of necrotic skin areas followed by wound coverage with a synthetic cover (Aquacel Ag®). This case report suggests that intensive wound management together with intravenous immunoglobulin might be beneficial in the treatment of patients with TEN. (Source: Acta Dermatovenerologica Croatica)
Source: Acta Dermatovenerologica Croatica - May 5, 2017 Category: Dermatology Source Type: research
Mycobacterium marinum infection of the hand in an immunocompromised aquarium hobbyist
We present a case ofM. marinum infection of the hand in an aquarium hobbyist which stayed unrecognized for 2 years. After confirming the correct diagnosis, the patient was successfully treated with a regiment containing clarithromycin and rifampicin. The aim of this paper is to raise the awareness of the possibility ofM. marinum infection when encountered with non-healing nodular/verrucous/ulcerative lesions of the extremities. ly: MyriadPro-Bold;color:black;mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-fareast-language:HR; mso-bidi-language:TA '> (Source: Acta Dermatovenerologica Croatica)
Source: Acta Dermatovenerologica Croatica - May 5, 2017 Category: Dermatology Source Type: research
