Cutaneous sarcoidosis masquerading as chronic cutaneous lupus erythematosus - case report
Sarcoidosis is a multisystemic granulomatous disease of unknown origin. Chronic cutaneous lupus erythematosus (CCLE) is an autoimmune disease that is associated with autoantibody production and T-cell dysfunct... (Source: BMC Dermatology)
Source: BMC Dermatology - September 20, 2016 Category: Dermatology Authors: Marjon Vatanchi, Kaivon Sobhani, Valerie T. Fisher and Jeffrey J. Meffert Source Type: research
Randomized placebo control study of insulin sensitizers (Metformin and Pioglitazone) in psoriasis patients with metabolic syndrome (Topical Treatment Cohort)
Increased prevalence of metabolic syndrome (MS) is observed in psoriasis. Metformin has shown improvement in cardiovascular risk factors while pioglitazone demonstrated anti proliferative, anti-inflammatory an... (Source: BMC Dermatology)
Source: BMC Dermatology - August 17, 2016 Category: Dermatology Authors: Surjit Singh and Anil Bhansali Source Type: research
A multicenter, randomized, open-label pilot trial assessing the efficacy and safety of etanercept 50 mg twice weekly followed by etanercept 25 mg twice weekly, the combination of etanercept 25 mg twice weekly and acitretin, and acitretin alone in patients with moderate to severe psoriasis
Etanercept, a soluble tumor necrosis factor receptor, and acitretin have been shown to be effective in treating psoriasis. Acitretin is widely used in Korea. However, the combination of etanercept plus acitret... (Source: BMC Dermatology)
Source: BMC Dermatology - July 25, 2016 Category: Dermatology Authors: Joo-Heung Lee, Jai-Il Youn, Tae-Yoon Kim, Jee-Ho Choi, Chul-Jong Park, Yong-Beom Choe, Hae-Jun Song, Nack-In Kim, Kwang-Joong Kim, Jeung-Hoon Lee and Hyun-Jeong Yoo Source Type: research
Patch testing in Iranian children with allergic contact dermatitis
Allergic contact dermatitis is a common disorder in adults and children alike and appears to be on the increase. The purpose of this study was to determine the sensitization trends in Iranian children with con... (Source: BMC Dermatology)
Source: BMC Dermatology - July 12, 2016 Category: Dermatology Authors: Hossein Mortazavi, Amirhooshang Ehsani, Seyed Sajed Sajjadi, Nessa Aghazadeh and Ebrahim Arian Source Type: research
Effect of 12-O-tetradecanoylphorbol-13-acetate-induced psoriasis-like skin lesions on systemic inflammation and atherosclerosis in hypercholesterolaemic apolipoprotein E deficient mice
Risk of cardiovascular disease is increased in patients with psoriasis, but molecular mechanisms linking the two conditions have not been clearly established. Lack of appropriate animal models has hampered gen... (Source: BMC Dermatology)
Source: BMC Dermatology - July 11, 2016 Category: Dermatology Authors: Marie Madsen, Peter Riis Hansen, Lars Bo Nielsen, Karsten Hartvigsen, Anders Elm Pedersen, Jan Pravsgaard Christensen, Annemarie Aarup and Tanja Xenia Pedersen Source Type: research
Enzymatic debridement for the treatment of severely burned upper extremities – early single center experiences
Severe burns of hands and arms are complex and challenging injuries. The Standard of care (SOC) – necrosectomy with skin grafting – is often associated with poor functional or aesthetic outcome. Enzymatic debr... (Source: BMC Dermatology)
Source: BMC Dermatology - June 24, 2016 Category: Dermatology Authors: Tomke Cordts, Johannes Horter, Julian Vogelpohl, Thomas Kremer, Ulrich Kneser and Jochen-Frederick Hernekamp Source Type: research
The first Danish family reported with an AQP5 mutation presenting diffuse non-epidermolytic palmoplantar keratoderma of Bothnian type, hyperhidrosis and frequent Corynebacterium infections: a case report
An autosomal dominant form of diffuse non-epidermolytic palmoplantar keratoderma, palmoplantar keratoderma of Bothnian type, is caused by mutations in the AQP5 gene encoding the cell-membrane water channel protei... (Source: BMC Dermatology)
Source: BMC Dermatology - June 3, 2016 Category: Dermatology Authors: Anne Bruun Krøigård, Liv Eline Hetland, Ole Clemmensen, Diana C. Blaydon, Jens Michael Hertz and Anette Bygum Source Type: research
Heat-mediated reduction of apoptosis in UVB-damaged keratinocytes in vitro and in human skin ex vivo
UV radiation induces significant DNA damage in keratinocytes and is a known risk factor for skin carcinogenesis. However, it has been reported previously that repeated and simultaneous exposure to UV and heat ... (Source: BMC Dermatology)
Source: BMC Dermatology - May 26, 2016 Category: Dermatology Authors: Leslie Calapre, Elin S. Gray, Sandrine Kurdykowski, Anthony David, Prue Hart, Pascal Descargues and Mel Ziman Source Type: research
A case of erythrodermia from exacerbated psoriasis vulgaris due to treatment of acute hepatitis C
We describe a case of erythrodermia from exacerbated psoriasis dur... (Source: BMC Dermatology)
Source: BMC Dermatology - May 26, 2016 Category: Dermatology Authors: Eva Lemmenmeier, Barbara Gaus, Patrick Schmid and Matthias Hoffmann Source Type: research
Nipple adenoma in a female patient presenting with persistent erythema of the right nipple skin: case report, review of the literature, clinical implications, and relevancy to health care providers who evaluate and treat patients with dermatologic conditions of the breast skin
Nipple adenoma is a very uncommon, benign proliferative process of lactiferous ducts of the nipple. Clinically, it often presents as a palpable nipple nodule, a visible nipple skin erosive lesion, and/or with ... (Source: BMC Dermatology)
Source: BMC Dermatology - May 20, 2016 Category: Dermatology Authors: Gina P. Spohn, Shannon C. Trotter, Gary Tozbikian and Stephen P. Povoski Source Type: research
Odonto-onycho-dermal dysplasia in a patient homozygous for a WNT10A nonsense mutation and mild manifestations of ectodermal dysplasia in carriers of the mutation
Odonto-onycho-dermal dysplasia (OODD) is a rare form of ectodermal dysplasia characterized by severe oligodontia, onychodysplasia, palmoplantar hyperkeratosis, dry skin, hypotrichosis, and hyperhidrosis of the... (Source: BMC Dermatology)
Source: BMC Dermatology - March 10, 2016 Category: Dermatology Authors: Anne Bruun Krøigård, Ole Clemmensen, Hans Gjørup, Jens Michael Hertz and Anette Bygum Source Type: research
BMC Dermatology Reviewer Acknowledgement, 2015
The editors of BMC Dermatology would like to thank all our reviewers who have contributed their time to the journal in Volume 15 (2015). (Source: BMC Dermatology)
Source: BMC Dermatology - February 5, 2016 Category: Dermatology Authors: Guangde Tu Source Type: research
Estimation of individual cumulative ultraviolet exposure using a geographically-adjusted, openly-accessible tool
Estimates of an individual’s cumulative ultraviolet (UV) radiation exposure can be useful since ultraviolet radiation exposure increases skin cancer risk, but a comprehensive tool that is practical for use in ... (Source: BMC Dermatology)
Source: BMC Dermatology - January 20, 2016 Category: Dermatology Authors: Gefei A. Zhu, Inbar Raber, Sukolsak Sakshuwong, Shufeng Li, Angela S. Li, Caroline Tan and Anne Lynn S. Chang Source Type: research
Risk factors associated with abscess formation among patient with leg erysipelas (cellulitis) in sub-Saharan Africa: a multicenter study
In this study we aimed at identifying factors associated with abscess formation of leg erysipelas in patients in sub-Saharan African countr... (Source: BMC Dermatology)
Source: BMC Dermatology - December 15, 2015 Category: Dermatology Authors: Palokinam Vincent Pitché, Bayaki Saka, Ahy Boubacar Diatta, Ousmane Faye, Boh Fanta Diané, Abdoulaye Sangaré, Pascal Niamba, Christine Mandengue, Léon Kobengue, Assane Diop, Fatimata Ly, Mame Thierno Dieng, Alassane Dicko, Maciré Mohamed Soumah, Moha Source Type: research
Risk factors associated with abscess formation among patient with leg erysipelas (cellulitis) in sub-Saharan Africa: a multicenter study
Conclusion:
Delayed antibiotics treatment and nicotine addiction are the main risk factors associated with abscess formation of leg erysipelas in these countries. However, chronic alcohol intake, which is currently found in Europe as a potential risk factor, was less frequent in our study. (Source: BMC Dermatology)
Source: BMC Dermatology - December 15, 2015 Category: Dermatology Authors: Palokinam PitchéBayaki SakaAhy DiattaOusmane FayeBoh DianéAbdoulaye SangaréPascal NiambaChristine MandengueLéon KobengueAssane DiopFatimata LyMame DiengAlassane DickoMaciré SoumahMohamed CisséSarah KouroumaIsidore KouassiTaniratou BoukariSefako Akak Source Type: research
