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61 The Wnt antagonists DKK1 and SFRP1 are downregulated by promoter hypermethylation in systemic sclerosis Annals of Rheumatic Diseases, June 14, 2013 Clinical Article
62 A clinical study of the spectrum of photodermatoses in dark-skinned populations Clinical and Experimental Dermatology, June 14, 2013 Review Article Clinical Article
63 A prospective case series of secondary intention healing for surgical wounds on the dorsum of the hand Clinical and Experimental Dermatology, June 14, 2013 Clinical Article
64 Acitretin-responsive ichthyosis in chanarin-dorfman syndrome with a novel mutation in the ABHD5/CGI-58 gene Pediatric Dermatology, June 14, 2013
65 Bosentan and sildenafil: successful treatment in a sclerodermic patient with refractory ulcers Full Text Rheumatismo, June 14, 2013 Clinical Article
66 Release and in vitro skin permeation of polyphenols from cosmetic emulsions International Journal of Cosmetic Science, June 14, 2013 Clinical Article
67 Case of neuro-Behcets disease successfully maintained a remission using infliximab for 2 years The Journal of Dermatology, June 14, 2013
68 Analysis of the skin surface and inner structure around pores on the face Skin Research and Technology, June 14, 2013 Clinical Article
69 Prolonged activation of ERK contributes to the photorejuvenation effect in photodynamic therapy in human dermal fibroblasts Journal of Investigative Dermatology, June 14, 2013 Clinical Article
70 Pediatric pseudoxanthoma elasticum with cardiovascular involvement British Journal of Dermatology, June 14, 2013 Clinical Article
71 Expression of IL-33 in the epidermis: The mechanism of induction by IL-17 Journal of Dermatological Science, June 14, 2013 Clinical Article
72 Demographic trends and disease-specific survival in acinic cell carcinoma: An analysis of 1,129 cases The Laryngoscope, June 13, 2013 Clinical Article
73 Rational for statin use in psoriatic patients Archives of Dermatological Research, June 13, 2013 Clinical Article
74 Keratin 17: a critical player in the pathogenesis of psoriasis Medicinal Research Reviews, June 13, 2013 Review Article
75 Experience of adapting and implementing an evidence-based nursing guideline for prevention of diaper dermatitis in a paediatric oncology setting International Journal of Evidence-Based Healthcare, June 13, 2013 Clinical Guideline Clinical Article
76 Identification of anaplastic lymphoma kinase breakpoints and oncogenic mutation profiles in acral/mucosal melanomas Pigment Cell & Melanoma Research, June 13, 2013 Clinical Article
77 Updating on understanding and managing chronic wound Dermatologic Therapy, June 13, 2013 Clinical Article
78 Skin manifestations of primary immune deficiency Clinical Reviews in Allergy and Immunology, June 13, 2013 Review Article
79 Photodynamic fungicidal efficacy of hypericin and dimethyl methylene blue against azole-resistant Candida albicans strains Mycoses, June 13, 2013 Clinical Article
80 Lupus erythematosus/lichen planus overlap syndrome: successful treatment with acitretin Lupus, June 13, 2013 Clinical Article
As published in the Journal of European Academy of Dermatology & Venereology, measureable autoantibodies were associated with an increased extent of alopecia areata (AA). Ophiasic hair loss and nail dystrophy were associated with atopic AA, which in turn was associated with an increased risk of relapse.
Read the article summaryAs published in the Journal of Dermatology, injection of chondroitinase ABC into keloid grafted on to nude mice resulted in a significant reduction in keloid formation and elastic fiber formation.
Read the article summaryLL-37 corresponds to amino acids 134-170 in human cathelicidin, which is involved in innate immunity against cutaneous infections. Researchers at the Chinese University of Hong Kong conducted a study involving 144 children with eczema and 36 healthy children. The LL-37 levels were shown to be associated with the atopic dermatitis scores and the severity of eczema. The authors suggest that LL-37 is a biomarker of eczema severity in children and that innate immunity underlies the pathogenesis of eczema.
Read the article summary1 Comparison of the efficacies of intermittent and continuous low-dose isotretinoin regimens in the treatment of moderate acne vulgaris International Journal of Dermatology, May 24, 2013
2 A randomized, double-blind, placebo and active-controlled, half-head study to evaluate the effects of platelet rich plasma on alopecia areata British Journal of Dermatology, April 23, 2013
3 5% fluorouracil chemowraps in the management of widespread lower leg solar keratoses and squamous cell carcinoma Australasian Journal of Dermatology, May 10, 2013
4 Low-Level Light Therapy for Androgenetic Alopecia: A 24-Week, Randomized, Double-Blind, Sham Device-Controlled Multicenter Trial Dermatologic Surgery, April 4, 2013
5 Topical treatments for cutaneous warts: an update Expert Review of Dermatology, February 11, 2013 Review Article
6 Isotretinoin 5 mg daily for low-grade adult acne vulgaris - a placebo-controlled, randomized double-blind study Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, April 29, 2013
7 Vitamin D effects in atopic dermatitis Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, May 8, 2013
8 Do TNF Inhibitors Reduce the Risk of Myocardial Infarction in Psoriasis Patients? JAMA, May 15, 2013 Evidence Based Medicine
9 Alleged isotretinoin-associated inflammatory bowel disease: Disproportionate reporting by attorneys to the Food and Drug Administration Adverse Event Reporting System Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, May 20, 2013 Review Article
10 Pet exposure and risk of atopic dermatitis at the pediatric age: A meta-analysis of birth cohort studies The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, May 29, 2013 Review Article
11 Soluble Biomarkers Associated with Response to Treatment with Tumor Necrosis Factor Inhibitors in Psoriatic Arthritis The Journal of Rheumatology, May 3, 2013
12 Onychomycosis Does Not Always Require Systemic Treatment for Cure: A Trial Using Topical Therapy Pediatric Dermatology, February 11, 2013
13 Chronic Eczematous Eruptions in the Aging Further Support for an Association With Exposure to Calcium Channel Blockers Chronic Eczematous Eruptions in the Aging JAMA Dermatology, May 2, 2013
14 Three-Dimensional Remodeling of Young Womens Faces Using 20-mg/mL Smooth, Highly Cohesive, Viscous Hyaluronic Acid Fillers: A Retrospective Study of 320 Patients Dermatologic Surgery, May 7, 2013
15 Clinical trial: comparative effectiveness of cephalexin plus trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole versus cephalexin alone for treatment of uncomplicated cellulitis: A randomized controlled trial Clinical Infectious Diseases, May 23, 2013
16 Thickness of superficial basal cell carcinoma predicts imiquimod efficacy, a proposal for thickness-based definition of superficial basal cell carcinoma British Journal of Dermatology, May 2, 2013
17 The Natural History of Actinic Keratosis: A Systematic Review British Journal of Dermatology, May 10, 2013 Review Article
18 Human Beta-defensin-2 as a marker for disease severity and skin barrier properties in Atopic Dermatitis British Journal of Dermatology, May 10, 2013
19 Analysis of High-dose Intravenous Immunoglobulin Therapy in 16 Patients with Refractory Autoimmune Blistering Skin Disease: High Efficacy and No Serious Adverse Events Acta Dermato-Venereologica, May 1, 2013
20 Oral evening primrose oil and borage oil for eczema Cochrane Reviews, May 9, 2013 Evidence Based Medicine
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