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241 Rapid real-time diagnostic PCR for Trichophyton rubrum and Trichophyton mentagrophytes in patients with tinea unguium and tinea pedis using specific fluorescent probes Journal of Dermatological Science, January 18, 2013    Clinical Article

242 Metabolic analysis of the cutaneous fungi Malassezia globosa and M. restricta for insights on scalp condition and dandruff International Journal of Cosmetic Science, January 18, 2013    Clinical Article

243 Preliminary findings suggest hidradenitis suppurativa may be due to defective follicular support British Journal of Dermatology, January 17, 2013    Clinical Article

244 Epidermal Panfolliculoma - An Adnexal Proliferation With Advanced Follicular Differentiation Confined To The Epidermis Journal of Cutaneous Pathology, January 17, 2013

245 Pharmacoeconomic assessment of therapy for invasive aspergillosis Mycoses, January 16, 2013    Clinical Article

246 The natural history of eczema from birth to adult life - a cohort study British Journal of Dermatology, January 16, 2013    Clinical Article

247 Analyses of FLG mutation frequency and filaggrin expression in isolated ichthyosis vulgaris and atopic dermatitis associated ichthyosis vulgaris British Journal of Dermatology, January 16, 2013    Clinical Article

248 Assessment of the safety and efficacy of three concentrations of topical ivermectin lotion as a treatment for head lice infestation International Journal of Dermatology, January 16, 2013    Clinical Article

249 Amino acid composition, including key derivatives of eccrine sweat: potential biomarkers of certain atopic skin conditions International Journal of Cosmetic Science, January 16, 2013    Clinical Article

250 The antihistamines clemastine and desloratadine inhibit STAT3 and c-Myc activities and induce apoptosis in cutaneous T-cell lymphoma cell lines Experimental Dermatology, January 15, 2013    Clinical Article

251 Human leukocyte antigens class I and class II in patients with pemphigus in southern Turkey International Journal of Dermatology, January 15, 2013    Clinical Article

252 Disseminated candidiasis 18 years after renal transplantation Full Text Indian Journal of Nephrology, January 15, 2013    Review Article

253 High-definition optical coherence tomography: adapted algorithmic method for pattern analysis of inflammatory skin diseases: a pilot study Archives of Dermatological Research, January 15, 2013    Clinical Guideline    Clinical Article

254 Confluent and reticulated papillomatosis: clinical and histopathological study of 10 cases from Lebanon Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, January 14, 2013    Clinical Article

255 Xiamenmycin Attenuates Hypertrophic Scars by Suppressing Local Inflammation and the Effects of Mechanical Stress Journal of Investigative Dermatology, January 14, 2013    Clinical Article

256 Long-term efficacy of a single-dose Radio Frequency Heat therapy versus intralesional antimonials for cutaneous leishmaniasis in India British Journal of Dermatology, January 14, 2013    Clinical Article

257 The Diagnostic Value Of Fungal Fluorescence In Onychomycosis Journal of Cutaneous Pathology, January 14, 2013    Clinical Article

258 Epidermal Nerve Fibers Modulate Keratinocyte Growth via Neuropeptide Signaling in an Innervated Skin Model Journal of Investigative Dermatology, January 14, 2013    Clinical Article

259 Effect of Nutrient Supplementation on Atopic Dermatitis in Children A Systematic Review of Probiotics, Prebiotics, Formula, and Fatty Acids Nutrient Supplementation and Atopic Dermatitis JAMA Dermatology, January 11, 2013    Clinical Article

260 Raynaud Phenomenon of the Nipple in Breastfeeding Mothers An Underdiagnosed Cause of Nipple Pain Raynaud Phenomenon of the Nipple JAMA Dermatology, January 11, 2013    Clinical Article

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Predicting decompensation during severe acute exacerbation of hepatitis B

In a study involving 37 patients with chronic hepatitis B infections, a serum bilirubin level > 5 mg/dL was predictive of progression to hepatic failure and liver-related death.

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Three risk factors for mortality in the elderly with pneumonia identified

In a study involving 1607 patients > 65 years of age with community- or healthcare-acquired pneumonia, pre-morbid ambulation impairment (OR=2.61), hospitalization within 30 days of acquiring pneumonia (OR=1.93), and absence of cough and purulent sputum (OR=1.47) were shown to be associated with a significant increase in 30-day mortality.

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Tobacco and alcohol abuse in HPV-positive patients increase risk of esophageal squamous cell carcinoma

In a retrospective study involving 225 patients with esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC) and 224 matched controls, it was shown that patients who were HPV-positive and smoked cigarettes or smoked cigarettes plus consumed alcohol were at increased risk for ESCC than patients who were HPV-negative (OR = 2.22 and 10.31, respectively).

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