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See All >> Messages include industry-sponsored communications and special communications from MDLinx81 Polymorphisms in the p27kip-1 and prohibitin genes denote novel genes associated with melanoma risk in Brazil, a high ultraviolet index region Melanoma Research, May 13, 2013 Clinical Article
82 Risk of subsequent cutaneous malignancy in patients with prior keratinocyte carcinoma: A systematic review and meta-analysis European Journal of Cancer, May 10, 2013 Review Article
83 The Natural History of Actinic Keratosis: A Systematic Review British Journal of Dermatology, May 10, 2013 Review Article Clinical Article
84 Human Beta-defensin-2 as a marker for disease severity and skin barrier properties in Atopic Dermatitis British Journal of Dermatology, May 10, 2013 Clinical Article
85 Dermatitis Artefacta and Artefactual Skin Disease: the need for a Psychodermatology Multi-Disciplinary Team to treat a difficult condition British Journal of Dermatology, May 10, 2013 Clinical Article
86 miR-155 is involved in tumor progression of mycosis fungoides Experimental Dermatology, May 10, 2013 Clinical Article
87 Serum methylglyoxal level and its association with oxidative stress and disease severity in patients with psoriasis Archives of Dermatological Research, May 10, 2013 Clinical Article
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Chimeric negative regulation of p14ARF and TBX1 by a t(9;22) translocation associated with melanoma, deafness and DNA repair deficiency
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89 Does artificial UV use prior to spring break protect students from sunburns during spring break Photodermatology, Photoimmunology and Photomedicine, May 10, 2013 Clinical Article
90 New mutation identified in two sisters with adult-onset erythropoietic protoporphyria Clinical and Experimental Dermatology, May 10, 2013
91 5% fluorouracil chemowraps in the management of widespread lower leg solar keratoses and squamous cell carcinoma Australasian Journal of Dermatology, May 10, 2013 Clinical Article
92 Potential of human D-crystallin for hair damage repair: insights into the mechanical properties and biocompatibility International Journal of Cosmetic Science, May 10, 2013 Review Article Clinical Article
93 Critical appraisal of bilastine for the treatment of allergic rhinoconjunctivitis and urticaria Full Text Therapeutics and Clinical Risk Management, May 10, 2013 Clinical Article
94 Socioeconomic status as a predictor of melanoma survival in a series of 1083 cases from Brazil: just a marker of health services accessibility Melanoma Research, May 10, 2013 Review Article
95 Oral evening primrose oil and borage oil for eczema Cochrane Reviews, May 9, 2013 Evidence Based Medicine Clinical Article
96 Impact of Sunscreens on Preventing UVR-Induced Effects in Nevi In Vivo Study Comparing Protection Using a Physical Barrier vs Sunscreen JAMA Dermatology, May 9, 2013 Clinical Article
97 Melanoma-educated CD14+ cells acquire a myeloid-derived suppressor cell phenotype through COX-2-dependent mechanisms Cancer Research, May 9, 2013 Review Article
98 Roles of lipid metabolism in keloid development Full Text Lipids in Health and Disease, May 9, 2013
99 Characterization of clinical photosensitivity in cutaneous lupus erythematosus Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, May 9, 2013 Clinical Article
100 Etanercept decreases the innate immune wounding response in psoriasis Experimental Dermatology, May 9, 2013 Clinical Article
In a study headed by researchers at Wayne State University involving 119,726 postmenopausal women enrolled in the Women’s Health Initiative, there were 1099 incident cases of malignant melanoma over an average follow-up of 11.6 y. At the time of enrollment, 7.4% of the participants used statins. The annualized rate of malignant melanoma in the statin users and non-users was 0.09% (HR=1.14). Thus, statin use does not increase the risk of malignant melanoma in postmenopausal women.
Read the article summaryA phase III trial conducted at the University of Cagliari showed that either of two regimens were effective in the treatment of cancer-related anorexia/cachexia syndrome (CACS). Sixty patients were randomized to receive one of the following treatment interventions for 4 months: 1) L-carnitine (4 g/d) + celecoxib (300 mg/d); or 2) L-carnitine + celecoxib + megestrol acetate (320 mg/d). All patients also received polyphenols (300 mg/d), lipoic acid (300 mg/d), carbocysteine (2.7 g/d), and vitamins A, C, and E. Lean body mass (dual energy X-ray absorptiometry and L3 computed tomography) and physical activity (6-min walk test) increased in both groups.
Read the article summaryAs published in BMC Medicine, elevated ACTH levels are associated with hypertriglyceridemia and hyperglycemia, and elevated cortisol levels are associated with hypertension and high LDL-C in obese children and adolescents (n=450).
Read the article summary1 Clinical Trial: Comparative Effectiveness of Cephalexin Plus Trimethoprim-Sulfamethoxazole Versus Cephalexin Alone for Treatment of Uncomplicated Cellulitis: A Randomized Controlled Trial Clinical Infectious Diseases, April 3, 2013
2 Limitations in Screening Instruments for Psoriatic Arthritis: A Comparison of Instruments in Patients with Psoriasis The Journal of Rheumatology, February 7, 2013 Clinical Guideline
3 Diet-induced pigmented purpuric dermatosis Australasian Journal of Dermatology, April 12, 2013
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