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Anne EN, Ogunbiyi AO, Kelati A, Sadek A, Traoré I, Mavura D. Dermoscopy Use in Africa: Determinants and Challenges. Dermatol Pract Concept 2024; 14:dpc.1402a98. [PMID: 38810048 PMCID: PMC11136078 DOI: 10.5826/dpc.1402a98] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 12/20/2023] [Indexed: 05/31/2024] Open
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INTRODUCTION Dermoscopy has evolved over the years beyond distinguishing benign pigmented lesions from melanoma to diagnosing virtually all diseases in dermatology. Overwhelming evidence demonstrates its utility in improving diagnostic accuracy, reducing unnecessary biopsies and lesion monitoring. Dermoscopy is widely used in Western nations, hence most descriptions of lesions in literature are predominantly on Fitzpatrick skin types I-III. Current evidence shows that there are unique dermoscopic features in the dark skin as a result of pigment and pathological reactions. Nationwide surveys and reports have been conducted across several continents to highlight prevalence and factors influencing dermoscopy use with the hope of maximizing its apparent benefits. There are currently no such reports from Africa. OBJECTIVES To evaluate dermoscopy use and its determinants among dermatologists in Africa. METHODS A cross-sectional study. Online forms were e-mailed to individual practicing dermatologists and members of the African Society of Dermatologists and Venereologists. RESULTS There were 196 respondents from 24 African countries. Half of them used dermoscopy. Training, practice settings and location, provision of dermatoscopes by institutions and knowledge of criteria were notable significant determinants. Multiple training exposures, knowledge of criteria, availability of dermatoscopes, use of both hand-held and videodermatoscopes, average number of patients seen per day, and a positive outlook towards dermoscopy were significant determinants of frequency of use. Leading impediments were lack of training and inadequate dermatoscopes in practice. CONCLUSIONS Dermoscopy use in Africa is relatively low. Incorporating dermoscopy training into the curriculum with provision of dermatoscopes by training institutions will promote wider usage.
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- Enechukwu Nkechi Anne
- Nnamdi Azikiwe University/Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi, Nigeria
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- Department of Medicine, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Nigeria
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- Dermatology Department, University Hospital Cheikh Khalifa and the University Hospital Mohammed VI. Faculty of Medicine, Mohammed VI University of Health Sciences (UM6SS), Casablanca, Morocco
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- Cairo Hospital for Dermatology & Venereology (Al-Haud Al-Marsoud), Cairo, Egypt
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- Gamal Abdel Nasser University, La Source University, Conakry, Guinea
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- Kilimanjaro Christian Medical University College (KCMUCo), Moshi, Tanzania
- Regional Dermatology Training Centre (RDTC), Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Centre (KCMC) Hospital, Moshi, Tanzania
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Sahu A, Biswas S, Das S, Bhattacharyya A. An Observational Study to Correlate the Histopathological and Dermoscopic Features in Leprosy Patients in a Tertiary Care Hospital. Indian J Dermatol 2024; 69:201. [PMID: 38841251 PMCID: PMC11149795 DOI: 10.4103/ijd.ijd_559_23] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/07/2024] Open
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Introduction Leprosy is a chronic granulomatous infection with varied clinical presentations. Dermoscopy is a noninvasive technique widely used in the diagnosis of various skin diseases. Objective To see the correlation between the clinical and dermoscopic features with the histopathological findings in leprosy. Materials and Methods A prospective observational study was conducted on clinically suspected leprosy patients attending the dermatology outpatient department (OPD) for 18 months. Representative lesions were observed by dermoscopy, and a biopsy was performed, followed by histopathology for final diagnosis. Patients were categorized by Ridley-Jopling classification. Results A total of 70 clinically suspected leprosy patients were included in the study. Amongst 70 cases, 56 cases were diagnosed as leprosy by dermoscopy, and 53 cases were confirmed as leprosy by histopathology (hematoxylin and eosin [H and E] staining and Fite-Faraco staining). The other six cases were diagnosed as other nonspecific dermatitis by histopathological findings. Eleven cases that were dermoscopically negative were also confirmed by histopathology to be truly negative. There are three inconclusive cases of dermoscopic findings, which were diagnosed as mid-borderline leprosy by histopathology. Dermoscopic and histopathological correlation was found above 87% in all types of leprosy except mid-borderline leprosy, which showed only a 25% correlation. Conclusion Dermoscopy is a useful noninvasive tool to assess lesions of leprosy, requires less time for diagnosis, skin features are magnified several times and may become evident before clinical presentation. It definitely helps to reduce the number of biopsies in case of diagnosis of leprosy. However, in doubtful cases, histopathology is required for definitive diagnosis as it is the gold standard to date.
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- Aliva Sahu
- From the Department of Pathology, Calcutta National Medical College, Kolkata, West Bengal, India
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- From the Department of Pathology, Calcutta National Medical College, Kolkata, West Bengal, India
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- Department of Dermatology, Calcutta National Medical College, Kolkata, West Bengal, India
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- From the Department of Pathology, Calcutta National Medical College, Kolkata, West Bengal, India
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Wang LF, Ni N, Hou JJ, Wang S, Wang JY, Wang Q, Zhu AQ, Zhang YQ, Ren WW, Chen ZT, Shan DD, Zhao YJ, Guo LH, Xu HX. Assessment of the Diagnostic Performance of Clinical Examinations and High-Frequency Ultrasound in Patients With Pigmented Skin Tumors. JOURNAL OF ULTRASOUND IN MEDICINE : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ULTRASOUND IN MEDICINE 2024; 43:151-160. [PMID: 37812196 DOI: 10.1002/jum.16348] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/06/2023] [Revised: 09/14/2023] [Accepted: 09/23/2023] [Indexed: 10/10/2023]
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OBJECTIVES To investigate whether the integration of high-frequency ultrasound (HFUS) to routine clinical examinations could improve diagnostic performance and management decision for pigmented skin tumors. METHODS Three general practitioners trained previously and a dermatologist independently assessed pigmented skin tumors and rendered management decision based on clinical examinations alone or clinical examinations integrating HFUS. RESULTS After integrating HFUS, the diagnostic area under the curve (AUC) (0.658-0.693 versus 0.848, all P < .05) and specificity (46.6-58.6% versus 89.7%, all P < .05) for pigmented skin malignancies were improved for general practitioners, meanwhile unnecessary biopsy rate reduced (42.9-53.6% versus 10.7%, P < .001). To the dermatologist, the diagnostic AUC (0.822 versus 0.949, P < .001), sensitivity (81.7% versus 96.7%, P = .012) and specificity (0.828 versus 0.931, P = .031) improved significantly, meanwhile both missed biopsy rate (14.5% versus 4.8%, P = .031) and unnecessary biopsy rate (19.6% versus 7.1%, P = .016) decreased. Additionally, the diagnostic performance of the general practitioner with integrating HFUS could be comparable with the dermatologist based on clinical examinations alone (all P > .05). CONCLUSIONS As a complementary tool of clinical examinations, HFUS could help physicians differentiate pigmented skin malignancies and manage decision.
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- Li-Fan Wang
- Department of Medical Ultrasound, Shanghai Skin Disease Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
- Department of Ultrasound, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Dermatologic Surgery, Shanghai Skin Disease Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
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- School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
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- School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
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- School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Medical Ultrasound, Shanghai Skin Disease Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
- Department of Medical Ultrasound, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
- Shanghai Engineering Research Center of Ultrasound Diagnosis and Treatment, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Medical Ultrasound, Shanghai Skin Disease Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
- Department of Medical Ultrasound, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
- Shanghai Engineering Research Center of Ultrasound Diagnosis and Treatment, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Medical Ultrasound, Shanghai Skin Disease Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
- Department of Ultrasound, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Medical Ultrasound, Shanghai Skin Disease Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
- Department of Medical Ultrasound, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
- Shanghai Engineering Research Center of Ultrasound Diagnosis and Treatment, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Medical Ultrasound, Shanghai Skin Disease Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
- Department of Ultrasound, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Medical Ultrasound, Shanghai Skin Disease Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
- Department of Medical Ultrasound, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
- Shanghai Engineering Research Center of Ultrasound Diagnosis and Treatment, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Medical Imaging, Shanghai Skin Disease Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Medical Ultrasound, Shanghai Skin Disease Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
- Department of Medical Ultrasound, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
- Shanghai Engineering Research Center of Ultrasound Diagnosis and Treatment, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Ultrasound, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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Zhang G, Wang X, Wang Y, Li Q, Zhang S, Jiang L, Deng W, Liu X, Wang J. Dermoscopy and reflectance confocal microscopy finding of different anatomic sites of Langerhans cell histiocytosis. Skin Res Technol 2024; 30:e13584. [PMID: 38235933 PMCID: PMC10795093 DOI: 10.1111/srt.13584] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/04/2024] [Accepted: 01/08/2024] [Indexed: 01/19/2024]
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BACKGROUND Recognizing Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH) might be a challenge due to its rarity. Reflectance confocal microscopy (RCM) and dermoscopy were emergent promising non-invasive technique as auxiliary tools in diagnosis of different skin conditions. However, the RCM and dermoscopic features of LCH had been less investigated. To reveal the common RCM and dermoscopic features of LCH. MATERIALS AND METHODS Forty cases of LCH were retrospectively analyzed according to age, locations, clinical, RCM, and dermoscopic features from September 2016 to December 2022. To reveal the differences and common in clinical, RCM, and dermoscopic features that occur in different anatomic location. RESULTS In the study, sites of predilection include the trunk 31/40 (77.5%), extremity 21/40 (52.5%), face 14/40 (35%), scalp 11/40 (27.5%), vulvar 4/40 (10%), and nail 2/40 (5%). All LCHs had the common RCM features. There were significant differences in clinical and dermoscopic features for age and lesion anatomic site. The common dermoscopic features for scalp, face, trunk, and extremity were the erythematous scaly rash, purplish-red globules or patches, scar-like streaks with ectatic vessels. While the features for nail LCH were purpuric striae, onycholysis and purulent scaly rash, and the erosive erythematous plaque and purulent scaly rash for vulvar LCH. The common RCM features of all LCH showed a focal highly reflective dense image in the surface keratin layer, epidermis architectural disarray, obscuration of dermo-epidermal junction, numerous polygonal, large, medium reflective, short dendrites cells in the epidermis, and dermis. All LCH involving the vulvar and nail did not manifest skin lesions. CONCLUSION RCM and dermoscopy showed promising value for diagnosis and differentiation of LCH.
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- Gaolei Zhang
- Department of Dermatology and VenereologyCapital Institute of PediatricsPeking University Teaching HospitalBeijingChina
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- Department of Dermatology and VenereologyCapital Institute of PediatricsPeking University Teaching HospitalBeijingChina
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- Department of Dermatology and VenereologyCapital Institute of PediatricsPeking University Teaching HospitalBeijingChina
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- Department of Dermatology and VenereologyCapital Institute of PediatricsPeking University Teaching HospitalBeijingChina
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- Department of Dermatology and VenereologyCapital Institute of PediatricsPeking University Teaching HospitalBeijingChina
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- Department of Dermatology and VenereologyCapital Institute of PediatricsPeking University Teaching HospitalBeijingChina
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- Department of Dermatology and VenereologyCapital Institute of PediatricsPeking University Teaching HospitalBeijingChina
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- Department of Dermatology and VenereologyCapital Institute of PediatricsPeking University Teaching HospitalBeijingChina
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- Beijing Municipal Key Laboratory of Child Development and NutriomicsTranslational Medicine LaboratoryCapital Institute of PediatricsBeijingChina
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Ürün YG, Ürün M, Danişman MŞ. Dermoscopic Characteristics of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus According to Subtype, Lesion Location, Lesion Duration, and CLASI Score. Dermatol Pract Concept 2024; 14:dpc.1401a40. [PMID: 38364410 PMCID: PMC10868886 DOI: 10.5826/dpc.1401a40] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 06/09/2023] [Indexed: 02/18/2024] Open
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INTRODUCTION Dermoscopic findings are used to diagnose and evaluate disease activity in patients with cutaneous lupus erythematosus (CLE). OBJECTIVES This study aimed to characterize the dermoscopic features of discoid LE (DLE) and LE tumidus (LET) by lesion duration and CLE Disease Area and Severity Index (CLASI) scores and to examine the dermoscopic findings of lesions in different locations in DLE patients. METHODS Dermoscopic findings (follicular features, perifollicular surface, interfollicular features, and vessel pattern) were assessed and lesion duration (≤12 and >12 months) and CLASI scores (grouped as mild or moderate) were calculated. DLE lesion locations were categorized as, non-scalp, scalp and lip. RESULTS Forty-eight dermoscopic images from 35 DLE and 4 LET patients were analyzed. The most common dermoscopic findings in non-scalp DLE were follicular keratotic plugs (82.8%) and white scales (69%). In scalp DLE (n=9), the most common findings were absent follicular openings (77.8%), white structureless areas (77.8%), and perifollicular scaling (66.7%). All LET patients had pink-white background and linear vessels. Follicular plugs, peripheral pigmentation, and polymorphous vessels were lower in patients with mild CLASI activity than moderate activity (P = 0.036, 0.039, and 0.019, respectively). Fibrotic white dots, honeycomb pigment pattern, and blue-gray dots/globules were lower in those with mild CLASI damage scores than moderate damage (P = 0.010, 0.010, and 0.020, respectively). Peripheral pigmentation was more common in patients with lesion duration ≤12 months, while blue-gray dots/globules were more common with lesion durations >12 months. CONCLUSIONS Certain dermoscopic features may facilitate the differential diagnosis of DLE and LET.
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- Yıldız Gürsel Ürün
- Departments of Dermatology and Venereology, Faculty of Medicine, Trakya University, Edirne, Turkey
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- Departments of Dermatology and Venereology, Faculty of Medicine, Trakya University, Edirne, Turkey
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- Departments of Dermatology and Venereology, Faculty of Medicine, Trakya University, Edirne, Turkey
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Soliman SH, Ramadan WM, Elashmawy AA, Sarsik S, Lallas A. Dermoscopy in the Diagnosis of Mycosis Fungoides: Can it Help? Dermatol Pract Concept 2023; 13:dpc.1304a284. [PMID: 37992354 PMCID: PMC10656187 DOI: 10.5826/dpc.1304a284] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 06/10/2023] [Indexed: 11/24/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION The diagnosis of mycosis fungoides (MF) is challenging since it can mimic a variety of benign skin conditions. Multiple biopsies for histopathologic and immunohistochemical examination are required to diagnose MF. Dermoscopy is an affordable, non-invasive device with expanding indications in dermatology, OBJECTIVES: To investigate the dermoscopic morphology of MF variants and assess the correlation between dermoscopic criteria, histopathologic, and immunohistochemical findings, METHODS: We included 88 patients with several MF variants (classic, hypopigmented, hyperpigmented, poikilodermatous, erythrodermic, and folliculotropic). The diagnosis was histopathologically and immunohistochemically confirmed. Dermoscopic findings were collected, statistically analyzed, and correlated with the results of histopathology and immunohistochemistry, RESULTS: All patients had MF diagnosis in H&E-stained sections. The majority revealed positive staining with CD3, 4, 8 and negative CD7. Orange-red areas of discoloration, short linear, and spermatozoa like blood vessels are the most frequent dermoscopic findings, while an analysis per MF variant was also performed. The frequently observed dermoscopic structures in classic MF were patchy whitish scales, dotted, short linear vessels, and spermatozoa-like vessels, CONCLUSIONS: Dermoscopy reveals a repetitive dermoscopic pattern in MF (non-homogenous pink to erythematous background, patchy areas of orange discoloration, patchy whitish scales, dotted and short linear blood vessels with some variations according to the clinical variant.
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- Dermatology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Tanta University, Tanta, Egypt
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- First Department of Dermatology, Aristotle University, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Zhang X, Lin RZ, Amith MT, Wang C, Light J, Strickley J, Tao C. DEVO: an ontology to assist with dermoscopic feature standardization. BMC Med Inform Decis Mak 2023; 23:162. [PMID: 37596573 PMCID: PMC10436380 DOI: 10.1186/s12911-023-02251-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/01/2022] [Accepted: 07/26/2023] [Indexed: 08/20/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The utilization of dermoscopic analysis is becoming increasingly critical for diagnosing skin diseases by physicians and even artificial intelligence. With the expansion of dermoscopy, its vocabulary has proliferated, but the rapid evolution of the vocabulary of dermoscopy without standardized control is counterproductive. We aimed to develop a domain-specific ontology to formally represent knowledge for certain dermoscopic features. METHODS The first phase involved creating a fundamental-level ontology that covers the fundamental aspects and elements in describing visualizations, such as shapes and colors. The second phase involved creating a domain ontology that harnesses the fundamental-level ontology to formalize the definitions of dermoscopic metaphorical terms. RESULTS The Dermoscopy Elements of Visuals Ontology (DEVO) contains 1047 classes, 47 object properties, and 16 data properties. It has a better semiotic score compared to similar ontologies of the same domain. Three human annotators also examined the consistency, complexity, and future application of the ontology. CONCLUSIONS The proposed ontology was able to harness the definitions of metaphoric terms by decomposing them into their visual elements. Future applications include providing education for trainees and diagnostic support for dermatologists, with the goal of generating responses to queries about dermoscopic features and integrating these features to diagnose skin diseases.
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- Xinyuan Zhang
- School of Biomedical Informatics, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, TX, USA
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- Division of Dermatology, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO, USA
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- Department of Information Science, University of North Texas, Denton, TX, USA
- Department of Biostatistics and Data Science, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, TX, USA
- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, TX, United States
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- Division of Dermatology, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO, USA
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- Division of Dermatology, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO, USA
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- Division of Dermatology, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO, USA
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- School of Biomedical Informatics, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, TX, USA.
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Patil S, Borkar M, Pande S, Meshram K, Oke M. Dermoscopic Findings in Clinically Diagnosed Cases of Plantar Warts, Corns, and Calluses: A Cross-Sectional Study. Cureus 2023; 15:e38093. [PMID: 37252501 PMCID: PMC10209916 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.38093] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/07/2023] [Accepted: 04/25/2023] [Indexed: 05/31/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION With the naked eye, it can frequently be challenging to tell a plantar wart from a corn or callus. A non-invasive diagnostic method called dermoscopy allows for the inspection of morphological features that are not apparent to the unaided eye. This study aimed to examine the dermoscopic findings in pared and unpared cases of palmoplantar warts, corns, and calluses. METHODS Seventy patients who had palmoplantar warts, corns, and calluses were included in this study. A predesigned structured format was used to document the dermoscopic findings. RESULT The majority of patients (51.4%) had warts followed by callus (28.6%) and corn (20%). On dermoscopic examination, all unpared and pared cases of warts had homogenous black/red dots. Translucent central core was present in 92.85% unpared and 100% pared lesions of corns. Homogenous opacity was present in 75% unpared and 100% pared cases of callus. There was no association between unpared and pared lesions (p>0.05). CONCLUSION The accuracy of identifying various clinical types of cutaneous warts, calluses, and corns can be improved by dermoscopy without paring.
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- Sanika Patil
- Department of Dermatology, NKP Salve Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre and Lata Mangeshkar Hospital, Nagpur, IND
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- Department of Dermatology, NKP Salve Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre and Lata Mangeshkar Hospital, Nagpur, IND
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- Department of Dermatology, NKP Salve Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre and Lata Mangeshkar Hospital, Nagpur, IND
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- Department of Dermatology, NKP Salve Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre and Lata Mangeshkar Hospital, Nagpur, IND
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- Department of Dermatology, NKP Salve Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre and Lata Mangeshkar Hospital, Nagpur, IND
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[Dermoscopy of inflammatory skin diseases]. DERMATOLOGIE (HEIDELBERG, GERMANY) 2023; 74:232-242. [PMID: 36897374 PMCID: PMC10050066 DOI: 10.1007/s00105-023-05122-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/27/2023] [Indexed: 03/11/2023]
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The dermoscope was initially used in dermatology to distinguish between pigmented and nonpigmented tumors, both benign and malignant. Over the last two decades, however, the spectrum of dermoscopy has broadened and its role in the diagnosis of nonneoplastic diseases, in particular inflammatory skin diseases, has become increasingly important. In the diagnosis of general and inflammatory skin diseases, it is recommended that dermoscopic evaluation should be performed after clinical examination. In the following summary, the dermoscopic features of the most common inflammatory skin diseases are described. Among the detailed parameters are the vascular structures, color, scaling, follicular findings, and specific signs associated with each disease.
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Zhu X, Zhang X, Yang K. Diagnostic aid to subepidermal calcified nodule with dermoscopy and reflectance confocal microscopy: a case report. BMC Pediatr 2023; 23:102. [PMID: 36869283 PMCID: PMC9983260 DOI: 10.1186/s12887-023-03913-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2022] [Accepted: 02/17/2023] [Indexed: 03/05/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Subepidermal calcified nodule (SCN) is a type of calcinosis cutis that usually occurs in children. The lesions in the SCN resemble those of other skin diseases, such as pilomatrixoma, molluscum contagiosum, and juvenile xanthogranuloma, leading to a high rate of misdiagnoses. Noninvasive in vivo imaging techniques, represented by dermoscopy and reflectance confocal microscopy (RCM), have dramatically accelerated skin cancer research over the past decade, and their applications have greatly expanded into other skin disorders. However, the features of an SCN in dermoscopy and RCM have yet to be reported previously. Combining these novel approaches with conventional histopathological examinations is a promising method for increasing diagnostic accuracy. CASE PRESENTATION We report on a case of SCN of the eyelid diagnosed with the aid of dermoscopy and RCM. A 14-year-old male patient who presented with a painless yellowish-white papule on his left upper eyelid was previously diagnosed with a common wart. Unfortunately, treatment with recombinant human interferon gel was not effective. To achieve a correct diagnosis, dermoscopy and RCM were performed. The former showed closely grouped multiple yellowish-white clods surrounded by linear vessels, and the latter exhibited hyperrefractile material nests at the dermal-epidermal junction level. The alternative diagnoses were, therefore, excluded because of in vivo characterizations. Subsequent surgical excision, histological examination, and von Kossa staining were performed. Pathology showed hyperkeratosis of the epidermis, a downward-directed basal-layer expansion, and small amorphous basophilic deposits scattered throughout the papillary dermis. The von Kossa staining confirmed calcium deposits in the lesion. An SCN was then diagnosed. During the 6-month follow-up, no relapse was observed. CONCLUSIONS Patients with SCN could benefit from dermoscopy and RCM, which help achieve an accurate diagnosis. Clinicians should consider the possibility of an SCN for an adolescent patient with painless yellowish-white papules.
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- Xiaomei Zhu
- Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, 1095 Jiefang Avenue, Wuhan, 430030, China
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- Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, 1095 Jiefang Avenue, Wuhan, 430030, China
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- Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, 1095 Jiefang Avenue, Wuhan, 430030, China.
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Yao QN, Lu YM, Fei WM, Xie CT, Cheng WH, Ren H, Hu WL. Dermoscopy in Mycobacterium marinum infection and its correlation with clinical and histopathological features: a prospective observational study. Clin Exp Dermatol 2023; 48:89-95. [PMID: 36730499 DOI: 10.1093/ced/llac029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/25/2022] [Revised: 10/07/2022] [Accepted: 10/14/2022] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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BACKGROUND Mycobacterium marinum is a nontuberculous mycobacterium and a conditional pathogen to humans, which can be inoculated directly and cause chronic skin granulomas. Dermoscopy has been applied to other granulomatous skin diseases, but not to M. marinum infection. AIM To explore the dermoscopic features of M. marinum infection, and its correlation with clinical and histopathological features. METHODS In total, 27 lesions from 27 patients (19 women, 8 men, age range 28-71 years) diagnosed with M. marinum infection were identified by clinical examination, histopathological results, PCR sequencing and mycobacterial culture in the dermatology outpatient department of our hospital from March 2020 to February 2022. The dermoscopy images and pathological characteristics were analysed. RESULTS Lesions were located on the hands, forearms and upper arms. The following dermoscopic features were observed: yellowish-orange structureless areas (85·2%), white striped structures (59·3%), follicular plugs (29·6%), yellowish oval clods (14·8%) and reddish or pinkish areas (14·8%). Vessel structures were visible in all cases: long hairpin vessels (81·5%), corkscrew vessels (25·9%), comma-shaped vessels (22·2%) and linear vessels (22·2%). CONCLUSION Yellowish-orange structureless areas, white striped structures and long hairpin vessels are the most common dermoscopic features of M. marinum infection. Thus, dermoscopy could be used as a noninvasive auxiliary diagnostic method to provide a diagnostic basis for this disease.
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- Qiu-Nan Yao
- Department of Dermatology, The Affiliated Lianyungang Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University/The First People's Hospital of Lianyungang, Lianyungang, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Dermatology, The Affiliated Lianyungang Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University/The First People's Hospital of Lianyungang, Lianyungang, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Dermatology, China-Japan Friendship Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Dermatology, The Affiliated Lianyungang Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University/The First People's Hospital of Lianyungang, Lianyungang, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Dermatology, The Affiliated Lianyungang Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University/The First People's Hospital of Lianyungang, Lianyungang, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Dermatology, The Affiliated Lianyungang Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University/The First People's Hospital of Lianyungang, Lianyungang, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Dermatology, The Affiliated Lianyungang Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University/The First People's Hospital of Lianyungang, Lianyungang, Jiangsu, China
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Pakornphadungsit K, Suchonwanit P, Thadanipon K, Visessiri Y, Rutnin S. Dermoscopic Features and Their Diagnostic Values Among Common Inflammatory and Infectious Dermatoses: A Cross-Sectional Study. Clin Cosmet Investig Dermatol 2023; 16:211-220. [PMID: 36718215 PMCID: PMC9884057 DOI: 10.2147/ccid.s397212] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/11/2022] [Accepted: 01/14/2023] [Indexed: 01/25/2023]
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Background Dermoscopy is a non-invasive tool widely used to improve the diagnostic accuracy of general dermatological conditions. Objective To determine the dermoscopic features and their diagnostic value in distinguishing common inflammatory and infectious dermatoses. Materials and Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted on patients clinically diagnosed with common inflammatory or infectious skin diseases. Baseline characteristics and clinical and dermoscopic findings were recorded. Dermoscopic variables were analyzed using a correlation matrix. A skin biopsy was performed for each patient for a definitive diagnosis. Results Of 102 patients, 43 with dermatitis, 30 with psoriasis, 14 with lichen planus (LP), 5 with pityriasis rosea (PR), and 10 with others were included. Dull red background, patchy vessels, and scales showed significant positive correlations with dermatitis (r = 0.401, 0.488, and 0.327, respectively; p < 0.01), whereas bright red background, glomerular vessels, regular vascular distribution, and diffuse scales revealed significant positive correlations with psoriasis (r = 0.412, 0.266, 0.798, and 0.401, respectively; p < 0.01). For LP, whitish reticulate structures, purplish background, and dotted vessels mixed with linear vessels in the peripheral distribution were significantly positively correlated (r = 0.831, 0.771, 0.224, and 0.558, respectively; p < 0.05). Yellowish background and peripheral scales were predictive of PR diagnosis (r = 0.254 and 0.583, respectively; p < 0.01). Conclusion Dermoscopy can be used as an adjunctive tool to differentiate conditions among common inflammatory and infectious dermatoses in order to minimize unnecessary invasive diagnostic procedures.
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- Kallapan Pakornphadungsit
- Division of Dermatology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Division of Dermatology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Division of Dermatology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand,Correspondence: Suthinee Rutnin, Division of Dermatology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, 270 Rama VI Road, Ratchathewi, Bangkok, Thailand, 10400, Tel +66-2-2011141, Fax +66-2-201-1211 ext 4, Email
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Cantisani C, Rega F, Ambrosio L, Grieco T, Kiss N, Meznerics FA, Bánvölgyi A, Vespasiani G, Arienzo F, Rossi G, Soda G, Pellacani G. Syphilis, the Great Imitator-Clinical and Dermoscopic Features of a Rare Presentation of Secondary Syphilis. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2023; 20:1339. [PMID: 36674095 PMCID: PMC9859468 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20021339] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2022] [Revised: 01/04/2023] [Accepted: 01/09/2023] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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Syphilis is characterized by a wide range of variable clinical symptoms; therefore, it is often referred to as "The Great Imitator". Here, we report the case of a 69-year-old hepatitis-C-positive MSM patient, who was admitted to our clinic due to a solitary firm painless erythematous maculopapular lesion with a central crater-like crust on the upper right thigh that occurred two months prior. The dermoscopy showed an erythematous, copper-colored, oval lesion with diffuse monomorphic dotted and glomerular vessels, central crust, and circular scaling (Biett's sign). The histological findings ruled out neoplasia and described a plasma cell infiltrate and endothelial swelling. Finally, the combination of the dermoscopic image, histological findings and the additionally acquired knowledge about the sexual history of the patient at the second visit led to the diagnosis, which was then confirmed with serological tests. Dermoscopy may become a supportive tool to facilitate the recognition of secondary syphilis; however, the reporting of these atypical cases is crucial to highlight the many faces of the disease so that clinicians consider syphilis as part of the differential diagnosis of non-specific lesions.
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- Carmen Cantisani
- Dermatology Unit, Department of Clinical Internal Anesthesiologic Cardiovascular Sciences, “Sapienza Medical School” University of Rome, 00185 Rome, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Department of Clinical Internal Anesthesiologic Cardiovascular Sciences, “Sapienza Medical School” University of Rome, 00185 Rome, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Department of Clinical Internal Anesthesiologic Cardiovascular Sciences, “Sapienza Medical School” University of Rome, 00185 Rome, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Department of Clinical Internal Anesthesiologic Cardiovascular Sciences, “Sapienza Medical School” University of Rome, 00185 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereoslogy and Dermatooncology, Semmelweis University, H-1085 Budapest, Hungary
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereoslogy and Dermatooncology, Semmelweis University, H-1085 Budapest, Hungary
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereoslogy and Dermatooncology, Semmelweis University, H-1085 Budapest, Hungary
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- Dermatology Unit, Department of Clinical Internal Anesthesiologic Cardiovascular Sciences, “Sapienza Medical School” University of Rome, 00185 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Radiological, Oncological and Pathological Sciences, “Sapienza Medical School” University of Rome, 00161 Rome, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Department of Clinical Internal Anesthesiologic Cardiovascular Sciences, “Sapienza Medical School” University of Rome, 00185 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Radiological, Oncological and Pathological Sciences, “Sapienza Medical School” University of Rome, 00161 Rome, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Department of Clinical Internal Anesthesiologic Cardiovascular Sciences, “Sapienza Medical School” University of Rome, 00185 Rome, Italy
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Kalantari Y, Peymanfar AA, Mahmoudi H, Daneshpazhooh M, Etesami I. Dermoscopy of cutaneous granulomatous disorders: A study of 107 cases. Skin Res Technol 2023; 29:e13273. [PMID: 36704887 PMCID: PMC9838750 DOI: 10.1111/srt.13273] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/12/2022] [Accepted: 12/22/2022] [Indexed: 01/11/2023]
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BACKGROUND Cutaneous granulomatous disorders (CGDs) can share some features, but an accurate assessment of various findings and their pattern can be useful in differentiating them. In addition to common dermoscopic findings for CGDs, some peculiar dermoscopic characteristics can be helpful in distinguishing them. OBJECTIVE Herein, we aimed to evaluate dermoscopic findings in patients with CGDs and determine the dermoscopic criteria that could suggest the type of granulomatous disorder. MATERIAL AND METHODS A total of 107 cases including 75 (70.09%) males and 32 (29.90%) females with an established diagnosis of cutaneous leishmaniasis (n = 49), cutaneous sarcoidosis (n = 23), granuloma annulare (GA) (n = 18), and tattoo granuloma (n = 17) confirmed by clinical and pathological studies were included. Based on the previous studies available in the literature, we wrote a checklist containing dermoscopic features of CGDs. Afterward, two dermatologists independently reviewed all dermoscopic images for the presence or absence of each item on the checklist. Descriptive analysis, fisher exact, chi-square, and t-test were used. The granulomatous disorders with larger sample sizes were selected for further analysis, including the univariate and conditional multivariate logistic regressions. RESULTS The most prevalent nonvascular findings in all of our CGD patients were white scaling (N = 67%, 62.61%), diffuse or localized orange structureless areas (N = 53%, 49.53%), and diffuse erythema (N = 48%, 44.85%). Furthermore, the most frequent vascular findings in all of our CGD cases were branching and arborizing vessels (N = 30%, 28.03%), linear irregular (N = 30%, 28.03%), and dotted vessels (N = 27%, 25.23%). CONCLUSION For differentiating leishmaniasis from sarcoidosis by dermoscopy, white scaling and white scarring areas are more suggestive of cutaneous leishmaniasis, whereas the presence of arborizing vessels would be more in favor of sarcoidosis. When comparing GA to cutaneous leishmaniasis, the latter significantly shows more linear irregular vessels, hairpin vessels, white scaling, and white scarring areas. In the case of differentiating sarcoidosis from GA, the presence of hairpin vessels would be suggestive of sarcoidosis.
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- Yasamin Kalantari
- Department of Dermatology, Razi Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Dermatology, Razi Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Dermatology, Razi Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Dermatology, Razi Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Dermatology, Razi Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Lofty AR, Elbakry AM, Omar GAB, Hamdino M. Intralesional combined furosemide and digoxin in cutaneous warts treatment: A randomized controlled clinical trial. Dermatol Ther 2022; 35:e15935. [PMID: 36226802 DOI: 10.1111/dth.15935] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2022] [Revised: 10/09/2022] [Accepted: 10/12/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Although being a benign lesion, Warts can affect the quality of life by causing discomfort, disfigurement, and social embarrassment besides the tendency to spread. Cutaneous wart treatment faces many challenges as the development of an antiviral drug that can eradicate the human papilloma virus (HPV) is difficult. This clinical study aimed to assess the efficacy and safety of intralesional combined furosemide and digoxin in the treatment of multiple cutaneous warts. This double blinded randomized clinical trial included 80 adult patients with multiple cutaneous warts (≥2 warts) who were randomized into two groups, Group I (40 patients) treated with intralesional combined furosemide and digoxin and Group II (40 patients) who were treated with intralesional normal saline solution as a control group, weekly till improvement or for maximum five sessions. Clinical and dermoscopic evaluation at baseline, every session, and monthly for 6 months after the last session to detect any recurrence was performed. Complete wart clearance was observed in 92.5% of patients in the intralesional combined furosemide and digoxin group (Group I) compared with 10.0% in saline group (Group II), with highly statistically significant difference (P-value = 0.000). Pain during injection in 95.0% and 45.0% of patients in Group I and Group II respectively, treatment group was superior compared to control group. Intralesional injection of combined furosemide and digoxin can be a safe and effective treatment option in multiple cutaneous warts with minimal side effects in this study.
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- Amira Reda Lofty
- Dermatology and Venereology Department, Faculty of Medicine for Girls, Al-Azhar University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy for Girls, Al-Azhar University, Cairo, Egypt
- Department of Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Heliopolis University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Dermatology and Venereology Department, Faculty of Medicine for Girls, Al-Azhar University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Dermatology and Venereology Department, Faculty of Medicine for Girls, Al-Azhar University, Cairo, Egypt
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Mohamad NE, Hashem N, Eltahlawy S, Gomaa E. Involvement of high-mobility group box-1 and Dermoscopy in diagnosis of psoriasis severity. J Cosmet Dermatol 2022; 21:6336-6342. [PMID: 36054152 DOI: 10.1111/jocd.15282] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2022] [Revised: 07/13/2022] [Accepted: 07/27/2022] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVES The diagnosis of psoriasis is usually established on clinical grounds but there is lacking of such diagnostic tools to stratify its severity. Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory disease of skin, nails, and joints. Dermoscopy represent a novel diagnostic tool to diagnose and assess psoriasis severity. The main purpose of this study is to assess the value of dermoscopy associated with serum level of high-mobility group box-1 level (HMGB-1) in the diagnosis and stratification of psoriasis severity. METHODS This study included 60 Egyptians subdivided into two equal groups, psoriatic patients, and controls. All patients were subjected first to dermoscopic examination, and then we evaluated the serum levels of HMGB-1 among all studied groups. RESULTS The level of HMGB-1 increased in psoriatic patients than controls. There was significant difference between patients and controls in the serum levels of HMGB -1. There were also a positive significant correlation between HMGB-1 and different stages of disease severity. There were also significant correlations between HMGB-1 and specific dermoscopic findings like vascular pattern and vascular number, erythema grades as well as types of scales (Fine, coarse) and (Fine, thick). CONCLUSIONS Dermoscopy and HMGB-1 can be considered as a combined novel diagnostic tool for psoriasis severity.
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- Noha Ezzat Mohamad
- Department of Dermatology, STDs and Andrology, Faculty of Medicine, Fayoum University, Fayoum, Egypt
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- Department of Dermatology, STDs and Andrology, Faculty of Medicine, Fayoum University, Fayoum, Egypt
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- Department of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University, Giza, Egypt
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Faculty of Medicine, Fayoum University, Fayoum, Egypt
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Pomorska-Zniszczyńska A, Szczepanik M, Adamczyk N, Tarach M. Videodermoscopic examination of the skin and its products in purebred Arabian horses in the summer season. J Equine Sci 2022; 33:37-44. [PMID: 36196142 PMCID: PMC9522622 DOI: 10.1294/jes.33.37] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/06/2022] [Accepted: 07/21/2022] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Videodermoscopy is a method that enables the examination of many parameters of the skin
and its structures. The aim of this study was to assess specific dermoscopic parameters in
purebred Arabian horses during the summer. The study involved 21 clinically healthy
purebred Arabian horses (18 mares and three stallions) that had not been used for breeding
and were 1 to 25 years old. The videoderoscopic evaluation was performed on seven selected
areas of the body: forehead, mane, neck, chest, flank, rump, and tail. The tests were
carried out with Vidix and Olympus cellSens specialised software. Videodermoscopy revealed
that the skin was pigmented in all of the bay horses, in one of the seal brown horses, and
in the 10 grey horses. Only one grey horse and one chestnut horse had unpigmented skin.
Hair thickness ranged from 44.82 µm (neck) to 75 µm (mane). Regarding the amount of hair
in the field of view, the highest and lowest numbers of hairs were found on the neck
(3,004) and mane (990), respectively. A valuable insight obtained from our research is
that it is possible to use digital image analysis for precise quantitative and qualitative
evaluations of the skin and its structures.
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- Agnieszka Pomorska-Zniszczyńska
- Sub-department of Internal Diseases of Farm Animals and Horses, University of Life Sciences in Lublin, Głęboka 30, 20-612 Lublin, Poland
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- Sub-department of Clinical Diagnostics and Veterinary Dermatology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Life Sciences in Lublin, Głęboka 30, 20-612 Lublin, Poland
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- Student, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Life Sciences in Lublin, Lublin, Poland
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- Student, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Life Sciences in Lublin, Lublin, Poland
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Borghi A. Deepening the observation of mycosis fungoides through dermoscopy: definition of the dermoscopic profiles of its progression stages and variants. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2022; 36:946. [PMID: 35712910 PMCID: PMC9327513 DOI: 10.1111/jdv.18191] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2022] [Accepted: 04/28/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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- A Borghi
- Section of Dermatology and Infectious Diseases, University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy
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In vivo reflectance confocal microscopy, dermoscopy, high-frequency ultrasonography, and histopathology features in a case of chromoblastomycosis. PLoS Negl Trop Dis 2022; 16:e0010226. [PMID: 35239668 PMCID: PMC8893326 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pntd.0010226] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Kolla A, Starace M, Svigos K, Yin L, Rich P, Krueger L, Adotama P, Shapiro J, Piraccini B, Lo Sicco K. Dermatologists' Knowledge of Dermoscopic Features in Hair and Nail Disorders. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2022; 36:e684-e686. [PMID: 35148453 DOI: 10.1111/jdv.18000] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/24/2021] [Revised: 01/07/2022] [Accepted: 02/04/2022] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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- A Kolla
- The Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, NYU Langone Health, New York
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- IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero, Universitaria di Bologna.,Department of Experimental, Diagnostic and Specialty Medicine (DIMES) Alma Mater Studiorum, Università di Bologna, Italy
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- The Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, NYU Langone Health, New York
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- The Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, NYU Langone Health, New York
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- Department of Dermatology, Oregon Health & Science University, Portland OR
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- Department of Dermatology, Emory University, Atlanta GA
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- The Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, NYU Langone Health, New York
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- The Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, NYU Langone Health, New York
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- IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero, Universitaria di Bologna.,Department of Experimental, Diagnostic and Specialty Medicine (DIMES) Alma Mater Studiorum, Università di Bologna, Italy
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- The Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, NYU Langone Health, New York
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Adnan M, Sankaran D, Mydam J, Malviya P, Khan I. A Case of Infantile Perianal Pyramidal Protrusion Masquerading As Imperforate Anus at Birth. Cureus 2021; 13:e18491. [PMID: 34754652 PMCID: PMC8569653 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.18491] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/04/2021] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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Infantile perianal pyramidal protrusion (IPPP) is an uncommon and underreported benign cutaneous lesion characterized by a protrusion from the anal orifice. It is also believed to be often mistaken for other conditions. The unawareness of this lesion may be responsible for underreporting and an excessive concern both in providers and in parents. Timely diagnosis and reassurance need to be emphasized in the provider community. We report an interesting case of IPPP on the first day of life, which was erroneously diagnosed as imperforate anus at her delivery.
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- Mohammad Adnan
- Neonatology, Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital, Muncie, USA
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- Division of Neonatology, Department of Pediatrics, University of California Davis, Sacramento, USA
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- Neonatology, John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County, Chicago, USA
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- Neonatology, Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital, Muncie, USA
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- Neonatology, Saint Peter's University Hospital, New Brunswick, USA
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Oppermann K, Cattani CAS, Bonamigo RR. Usefulness of dermoscopy in the evaluation of patch test reactions. An Bras Dermatol 2021; 96:706-711. [PMID: 34629194 PMCID: PMC8790164 DOI: 10.1016/j.abd.2021.04.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/12/2021] [Revised: 04/01/2021] [Accepted: 04/08/2021] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Despite being widely used in different areas of dermatology, there have been few studies evaluating the benefit of dermoscopy in the interpretation of patch tests, especially in weak and doubtful reactions. OBJECTIVES To evaluate the role of dermoscopy in the interpretation of patch tests and describe the main findings of the reactions. METHOD Prospective study, carried out in dermatology reference centers in southern Brazil, which evaluated the final results of patch tests analyzed with the aid of dermoscopy. RESULTS 77 patients and 160 reactions were included. The most prevalent substances were nickel sulphate (23.8%), kathon CG (9.4%), and perfume mix (8.8%). The main dermoscopic findings were reaction area greater than half of the chamber site (90%), homogeneous erythema (86.9%), vesicles (30%), crusts (21.3%), perifollicular erythema (35%), pore reaction (19.4%) and pustules (8.8%). Dermoscopy was found to facilitate the definition of erythema in reactions on black skin and when due to substances with deposition of pigment. Of the 64 weak or doubtful reactions, 36 (56.25%) showed a change in the final result after dermoscopy evaluation; of the 36 doubtful reactions, 33 (91.6%) showed a change in the final result after dermoscopy evaluation (p < 0.001). STUDY LIMITATIONS The probable limitation of the study is its sample size. Though certain significance levels have been reached, other possible relationships may not have been observed. CONCLUSION Dermoscopy improves significantly the interpretation of patch tests, especially in weak and doubtful reactions.
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- Kenselyn Oppermann
- Postgraduate Program in Pathology, Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre, Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil.
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- Postgraduate Program in Pathology, Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre, Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil; Department of Health, Ambulatório de Dermatologia Sanitária de Porto Alegre, Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil; Faculty of Medicine, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil
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Dermoscopy in General Dermatology (Non-Neoplastic Dermatoses): The Journey So Far. Dermatol Ther (Heidelb) 2021; 11:1871-1877. [PMID: 34665446 PMCID: PMC8525057 DOI: 10.1007/s13555-021-00633-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/29/2021] [Accepted: 10/08/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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Agarwal M, Khunger N, Sharma S. A Dermoscopic Study of Cutaneous Warts and Its Utility in Monitoring Real-Time Wart Destruction by Radiofrequency Ablation. J Cutan Aesthet Surg 2021; 14:166-171. [PMID: 34566358 PMCID: PMC8423214 DOI: 10.4103/jcas.jcas_47_20] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Context: Cutaneous warts can affect up to 7–12% of the general population. Usually diagnosed clinically, there may be diagnostic dilemmas in atypical presentations or immunocompromised patients. Radiofrequency ablation is a common method of treatment of warts, but recurrences occur due to incomplete removal. Dermoscopy has been used in the diagnosis of various infectious dermatoses including warts. Aims: The study aimed to assess dermoscopic features of various types of viral warts and its efficacy in monitoring the treatment response following radiofrequency ablation. Settings and Design: Prospective non-comparative descriptive study in a tertiary care centre. Subjects and Methods: A prospective study was conducted comprising 60 patients with clinically diagnosed, previously untreated warts, including common warts, plane warts, palmar and plantar warts. Dermoscopic features of a representative lesion were evaluated in terms of definition, background color, vascularity, surrounding halo, dermatoglyphics, and presence of hemorrhage or crust. It was done at baseline and immediately after radiofrequency ablation of the wart to observe for complete removal of wart. Results: Most common dermoscopic features observed were presence of papillae surrounding haloes (61.67%), vascularity (dots>globules>linear vessels>loops; 58.33%), interrupted skin lines (51.67%), and brown colored background (48.3%). Nine cases (15%) demonstrated incomplete removal of the wart that was not visible with the naked eye and picked up only on dermoscopy. On follow up, at 6 months there were four recurrences (6.67%). Conclusion: Dermoscopy shows consistent features in the examination of warts. This can be a quick clinical aid in distinguishing it from close differentials. It is also valuable in reviewing the lesion real time after any ablative procedure to check if it has been removed in its entirety.
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- Department of Dermatology & STD, Vardhaman Mahavir Medical College, Safdarjang Hospital, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Dermatology & STD, Vardhaman Mahavir Medical College, Safdarjang Hospital, New Delhi, India
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Papadimitriou I, Bakirtzi K, Lallas A, Vakirlis E, Sotiriou E, Lazaridou E, Ioannides D. Psoriasis vs. its mimickers: when the dermatoscope casts light on challenging cases in everyday clinical practice. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2021; 35:e793-e796. [PMID: 34166543 DOI: 10.1111/jdv.17475] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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- I Papadimitriou
- First Department of Dermatology and Venereology, School of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- First Department of Dermatology and Venereology, School of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- First Department of Dermatology and Venereology, School of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- First Department of Dermatology and Venereology, School of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- First Department of Dermatology and Venereology, School of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Second Department of Dermatology and Venereology, School of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- First Department of Dermatology and Venereology, School of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
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El-Gogary RI, Ragai MH, Moftah N, Nasr M. Oleuropein as a novel topical antipsoriatic nutraceutical: formulation in microemulsion nanocarrier and exploratory clinical appraisal. Expert Opin Drug Deliv 2021; 18:1523-1532. [PMID: 34010073 DOI: 10.1080/17425247.2021.1932813] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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Introduction: Oleuropein is a promising nutraceutical found in abundance in olive leaf, with reported antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and hence could be a valuable treatment for dermatological diseases such as psoriasis.Areas covered: In order to overcome the poor skin penetration of oleuropein, it was formulated in a microemulsion nanocarrier. The selected microemulsion formulation displayed a particle size of 30.25 ± 4.8 nm, zeta potential 0.15 ± 0.08 mV and polydispersity index 0.3 ± 0.08, with storage stability for 1 year in room temperature and total deposition in skin layers amounting to 95.67%. Upon clinical examination in psoriatic patients, the oleuropein microemulsion formulation was proven superior to the marketed Dermovate cream composed of clobetasol propionate, in terms of reduction of Psoriasis Area and Severity Index (PASI) scores, as well dermoscopic imaging and morphometric analysis of the psoriasis lesions, in which oleuropein microemulsion exhibited marked improvement in the clinical manifestations of psoriasis.Expert opinion: The findings of this study further prove the promising role of nutraceuticals, as well as nanoparticles in enhancing the therapeutic outcome of treatments, and open new era of applications in a variety of diseases.
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- Riham I El-Gogary
- Department of Pharmaceutics and Industrial Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Dermatology, STD's and Andrology, Faculty of Medicine, Minia University, Al Minya, Egypt
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- Department of Dermatology, STD's and Andrology, Faculty of Medicine, Minia University, Al Minya, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmaceutics and Industrial Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt
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Bhat YJ, Jha AK. Dermatoscopy of Inflammatory Diseases in Skin of Color. Indian Dermatol Online J 2021; 12:45-57. [PMID: 33768022 PMCID: PMC7982019 DOI: 10.4103/idoj.idoj_613_20] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2020] [Revised: 10/02/2020] [Accepted: 12/20/2020] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Dermatoscopy is a relevant in vivo diagnostic tool for inflammatory diseases of the skin that aids not only in diagnosis, but also in monitoring the response to treatment. The inflammatory diseases show dermoscopic patterns involving the vessels, scales, follicles, background hue, and special clues. This review aims to provide an overview on the use of dermoscopy in inflammatory dermatoses based on the available literature and the deviation from it in the skin of color (SOC) as there is paucity of literature in dermoscopy of inflammatory disorders in SOC. The dermatoscopic patterns in most of the inflammatory diseases in SOC are similar to that of white skin, with pigmentary changes being the prominent dermoscopic findings while vascular patterns and erythema being less evident.
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- Yasmeen J Bhat
- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprosy, Government Medical College, Srinagar, University of Kashmir, Jammu and Kashmir, India
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- Department of Skin and VD, Patna Medical College, Patna, Bihar, India
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Conforti C, Dri A, Toffoli L, Zelin E, Zalaudek I, Di Meo N. Entodermoscopy: A Useful Tool for the Diagnosis of Cutaneous Larva Migrans. Dermatol Pract Concept 2021; 11:e2021014. [PMID: 33747627 DOI: 10.5826/dpc.1102a14] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/03/2020] [Indexed: 01/01/2023] Open
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- Claudio Conforti
- Dermatology Clinic, Hospital Maggiore, University of Trieste, Italy
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- Dermatology Clinic, Hospital Maggiore, University of Trieste, Italy
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- Dermatology Clinic, Hospital Maggiore, University of Trieste, Italy
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- Dermatology Clinic, Hospital Maggiore, University of Trieste, Italy
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- Dermatology Clinic, Hospital Maggiore, University of Trieste, Italy
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- Dermatology Clinic, Hospital Maggiore, University of Trieste, Italy
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Sitohang IBS, Parrol F, Fitri EM, Nora RLD. Papulopustular and Ocular Rosacea with an Alleged Coincidence of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus: A Case Report. Case Rep Dermatol 2021; 13:62-68. [PMID: 33708085 PMCID: PMC7923712 DOI: 10.1159/000511495] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/20/2020] [Accepted: 09/08/2020] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory skin disease characterized by central facial erythema with or without ocular involvement. It is often difficult to distinguish rosacea from other malar rashes, one of which is acute cutaneous lupus erythematosus (CLE), particularly when there is an increase in antinuclear antibody (ANA) level. We report the case of a 16-year old woman with facial erythematous plaque accompanied by papules and pustules, reddened eyes, and swollen eyelids since the last one year. Dermoscopic examination revealed telangiectasia, and skin scraping examination with 20% potassium hydroxide identified the presence of Demodex folliculorum. Further ocular examination also revealed blepharitis, dysfunction of Meibomian gland, cicatrix, and corneal neovascularization. The ANA titer was positive (1:320), while the anti-dsDNA was negative. The patient was treated according to standard treatment for rosacea. The patient showed a satisfactory response following 2 weeks of therapy. Signs of recurring red patches with papules, pustules, telangiectasia, and identification of D. folliculorum on skin scraping examination led to the diagnosis of papulopustular rosacea. A positive ANA test may also be present in other diseases, e.g. acute CLE. Therefore, the diagnosis of rosacea remains a challenge. Thorough observation and examination must be done in order to yield an accurate diagnosis of rosacea.
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- Irma Bernadette S Sitohang
- Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Indonesia, dr. Cipto Mangunkusumo Hospital, Jakarta, Indonesia
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- Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Indonesia, dr. Cipto Mangunkusumo Hospital, Jakarta, Indonesia
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- Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Indonesia, dr. Cipto Mangunkusumo Hospital, Jakarta, Indonesia
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Indonesia, dr. Cipto Mangunkusumo Hospital, Jakarta, Indonesia
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Sonthalia S, Agrawal M, Bhatia J, Zeeshan M, Elsamanoudy S, Tiwary P, Bhat YJ, Jha A, Bosseila M. Entodermoscopy Update: A Contemporary Review on Dermoscopy of Cutaneous Infections and Infestations. Indian Dermatol Online J 2021; 12:220-236. [PMID: 33959518 PMCID: PMC8088165 DOI: 10.4103/idoj.idoj_559_20] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/15/2020] [Revised: 10/16/2020] [Accepted: 12/20/2020] [Indexed: 01/11/2023] Open
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Infectious cutaneous diseases are very common, especially in certain geographic and tropical regions. Sometimes they may simulate other dermatoses, ordering verification of diagnosis with particular investigations. Dermoscopy is among one of the most important tools readily available in the outpatient setting for the dermatologist to confirm the diagnosis. In this up-to date review, literature concerning the various dermoscopic features of parasitic, viral, dermatophytic and bacterial cutaneous infections is composed. In addition artefacts as well as practical issues in dermoscopy usage are discussed; with the aim to empower dermatologists to promptly and non-invasively diagnose and manage cutaneous infections and infestations.
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- Department of Dermatology and STD, Lady Hardinge Medical College and ASS Hospitals, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Skin and V.D., Patna Medical College and Hospital, Patna, Bihar, India
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- Department of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Skin and V.D., Patna Medical College and Hospital, Patna, Bihar, India
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy, Government Medical College, Srinagar, J&K, India
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- Department of Skin and V.D., Patna Medical College and Hospital, Patna, Bihar, India
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- Department of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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Shrestha S, Spierings N, Marahatta S. Necrobiosis lipoidica: A case report with dermoscopic review. Clin Case Rep 2021; 9:1171-1174. [PMID: 33768804 PMCID: PMC7981773 DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.3713] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/15/2020] [Revised: 12/08/2020] [Accepted: 12/12/2020] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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The diagnosis of NL is made traditionally by Histopathological Examination (HPE). This case report will aid for alternative noninvasive modality for confirmation of the condition via dermoscopy and differentiating it from other granulomatous skin condition.
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Yu X, Wei G, Shao C, Zhu M, Sun S, Zhang X. Analysis of dermoscopic characteristic for the differential diagnosis of palmoplantar psoriasis and palmoplantar eczema. Medicine (Baltimore) 2021; 100:e23828. [PMID: 33592839 PMCID: PMC7870165 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000023828] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/15/2020] [Accepted: 11/20/2020] [Indexed: 01/05/2023] Open
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Dermoscopy is a noninvasive diagnostic technique that is of great value for the differential diagnosis of palmoplantar psoriasis and palmoplantar eczema. Considering the particularity of palmoplantar anatomy, the dermoscopic features of psoriasis and eczema in palm region show fewer differences, compared with those in other parts of the body. Only a few studies have examined the palmoplantar region of psoriasis and eczema patients under a dermoscope.A total of 26 patients with palmoplantar psoriasis and 31 patients with palmoplantar eczema were enrolled in our study. Target palmoplantar areas were observed through general observation and under dermoscope.We found that the presence of white scales and a regular arrangement of dots and globular vessels were significantly indicative of palmoplantar psoriasis, while yellowish scales and an irregular arrangement of atypical vessels were significantly indicative of palmoplantar eczema.
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- Xiaoping Yu
- First Clinical Medical College, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine
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- Department of Dermatology, The Second Hospital of Shandong University
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- Center of Evidence-based Medicine, Institute of Medical Sciences, the Second Hospital of Shandong University, Jinan, Shandong, China
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- Colorado School of Public Health, University of Colorado, Colorado, United States
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- Department of Dermatology, The Affiliated Hospital of Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, Shandong, China
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- Department of Dermatology, The Affiliated Hospital of Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, Shandong, China
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Pomorska-Zniszczyńska A, Szczepanik M, Kalisz G. Pilot Videodermoscopic Examination of Hair and Skin in Arabian Mare Horses During the Winter Season. J Equine Vet Sci 2021; 99:103400. [PMID: 33781426 DOI: 10.1016/j.jevs.2021.103400] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/15/2020] [Revised: 01/16/2021] [Accepted: 01/18/2021] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Videodermoscopy is a novel, noninvasive technique used to examine the appearance of skin and its adnexa. The aim of this study was to assess specific dermoscopic parameters in Arabian purebred mares in particular areas of the body during the winter season. The study was performed in the winter season. Videodermoscopic evaluations of the hair and skin were performed over seven areas of the body: the forehead, mane, neck, chest, flank, croup, and tail. Twenty-one healthy, non-breeding Arabian mares aged 3 to 21 years were selected for the study. The Video-Dermatoscope Vidix 7 (Medici Medical SRL) equipped with a 5-Mpx camera, and the VX1 cover (contact type cap 3.5 cm) was used. The CellSens Dimension was used to perform the above-mentioned measurements. Videodermoscopy revealed marked pigmentary differences in the hair of gray Arabian mares with blood vessels visible on unpigmented skin. The density of the hair in one dermoscopy field of view ranged from 1,458 (croup) to 3,680 (head) hairs and the thickness of hair ranged from 52.70 (chest) to 87.45 µm (tail). Uniform group of horses consisting of one sex, one breed, and one season. When compared to previous studies, our findings demonstrated that the density and thickness of hair are contingent upon a horse's breed and body region.
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- Subdepartment of Clinical Diagnostics and Veterinary Dermatology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Life Sciences in Lublin, Lublin, Poland.
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- Department of Biopharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Medical University of Lublin, Lublin, Poland
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Rossi G, da Silva Cartell A, Marchiori Bakos R. Dermoscopic Aspects of Cutaneous Adverse Drug Reactions. Dermatol Pract Concept 2021; 11:e2021136. [PMID: 33614215 DOI: 10.5826/dpc.1101a136] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/30/2020] [Indexed: 10/31/2022] Open
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Background Little is known about the dermoscopic evaluation of cutaneous adverse drug reactions (CADRs). Objectives To evaluate the dermoscopic patterns of CADRs and identify those associated with severe cutaneous adverse reactions to drugs (SCARDs). Patients and Methods Patients included in this study from May 2015 to April 2016 had presented with CADRs. CADR presentation and classification were based on standard criteria. SCARDs included Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS), toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN), overlap SJS/TEN, drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS), and acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis (AGEP). The dermoscopic features of CADRs were described and compared according to the severity of the reactions. Results Sixty-nine patients were included. Sixteen patients (23.2%) presented SCARDs. The main dermoscopic findings in SJS, overlap SJS/TEN and TEN were black dots or necrotic areas (100%). Erosion [respectively, 4/6 (66.7%), 3/3 (100%) and 1/1 (100%)], necrotic borders [respectively, 4/6 (66.7%), 3/3 (100%) and 1/1, (100%)] and epidermal detachment [respectively, 5/6 (83.3%); 2/3 (66.7%) and 1/1 (100%)] were also common among these reactions. Erythema and purpuric dots were the main dermoscopic findings [respectively, 5/6 (83.3%) and 4/6 (66.7%)] in DRESS. In non-severe reactions, the most prevalent structures were erythema and purpura in exanthema [respectively, 31/33 (93.9%) and 24/33 (72.7%)] and erythema and vascular structures in urticarial reactions [respectively, 6/6 (100%) and 3/6 (50%)]. Black dots or necrotic areas, epidermal detachment, necrotic borders and erosion were highly associated with SCARDs (P < 0.001). Conclusions Dermoscopy improves clinical recognition of SCARDs.
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- Gabriela Rossi
- Department of Dermatology, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, (UFRGS), Porto Alegre, Brazil
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- Department of Pathology, Hospital de Clínicas de Porto Alegre (HCPA) & Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS), Porto Alegre, Brazil
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- Department of Dermatology, Hospital de Clínicas de Porto Alegre (HCPA) & Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS), Porto Alegre, Brazil
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Barcaui EDO, Carvalho ACP, Valiante PM, Piñeiro-Maceira J, Barcaui CB. High-frequency (22-MHz) ultrasound for assessing the depth of basal cell carcinoma invasion. Skin Res Technol 2021; 27:676-681. [PMID: 33404160 DOI: 10.1111/srt.12999] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/20/2020] [Revised: 11/04/2020] [Accepted: 12/05/2020] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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BACKGROUND High-frequency ultrasound (HFUS) has been studied in the diagnosis and therapeutic management of basal cell carcinoma (BCC). The accuracy of this method for location of deep margins remains unknown. This study evaluates HFUS for localization of deep surgical margins in BCC. MATERIALS AND METHODS Ultrasound images of 83 lesions from 67 patients with clinical and dermoscopic diagnosis of BCC were compared with histopathological findings. Pearson's correlation coefficient was used to assess the relationship between thickness as measured by HFUS and histopathology. RESULTS A strong correlation between HFUS and histopathological measurements was identified (r = 0.9744, P < .001). HFUS had sensitivity of 96%, specificity of 84%, and accuracy of 91% for measurement of deep tumor margins. Factors affecting tumor measurement on HFUS include marked basophilic degeneration of collagen, presence of peritumoral hypertrophic glands or hair follicles, fibrosis, and dense inflammatory changes related to the tumor itself or to prior procedures. CONCLUSION High-frequency ultrasound was effective in localizing deep tumor margins in BCC. Therefore, we believe that this diagnostic imaging method is important when selecting a therapeutic approach, considering Mohs micrographic surgery, and evaluating the surgical site.
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Hu SS, Chiu LW. Recent advances in noninvasive imaging of the skin – dermoscopy and optical coherence tomography. DERMATOL SIN 2021. [DOI: 10.4103/ds.ds_36_21] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Maatouk I, Apalla Z, Errichetti E, Lallas A. Dermoscopy for venereologists: an update on patterns of tumors, inflammatory and infectious diseases of the genitalia, and tips for differential diagnosis. Int J Dermatol 2020; 60:1211-1218. [PMID: 33448049 DOI: 10.1111/ijd.15333] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/23/2020] [Revised: 10/24/2020] [Accepted: 11/09/2020] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Dermoscopy is an integrative part of clinical dermatologic examination. For clinicians mainly dealing with genital dermatoses and other venereal diseases, the differential diagnosis includes a broad spectrum of neoplastic, inflammatory, and infectious entities. Dermoscopy might have a valuable role to enhance the clinical differential diagnosis and help avoid some biopsies done for diagnostic purposes. Although the dermoscopic patterns of most tumors and inflammatory diseases of the trunk/face have been described, their manifestations on genital areas are less elucidated. We aimed to provide a succinct summary of existing data on dermoscopy of dermatologic diseases on genital areas. METHODS A literature search was performed on PubMed using the terms dermoscopy OR dermatoscopy OR videodermoscopy OR video dermoscopy AND genital. All studies reporting on dermoscopic findings of at least one case of a dermatologic disease on genital areas were included in the review. Unless otherwise indicated, ×10 was the magnification used in the reported studies. The main outcome was to describe the dermoscopic feature of each disease. RESULTS A total of 31 articles were identified and analyzed. They included single case reports and case series. The described entities were categorized into anatomical variants, vascular and lymphatic lesions, tumors, inflammatory disorders, and infectious conditions. CONCLUSION In diseases of the genital area, dermoscopic findings can be highly diagnostic and might establish a confident diagnosis. Limitation is that most of the criteria are based on case series, and few of them have been validated.
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- Ismael Maatouk
- Dermatology Department, Clemenceau Medical Center Affiliated with Johns Hopkins, Beirut, Lebanon.,School of social sciences, Nottingham Trent University, London, UK
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- Second Department of Dermatology, School of Medicine, Aristotle University, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Institute of Dermatology, Santa Maria della Misericordia' University Hospital, Udine, Italy
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- First Department of Dermatology, School of Medicine, Aristotle University, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Mahshid Sadat A, Maryam N, Kambiz K, Hamidreza M. Adult-onset epidermal nevus with epidermolytic hyperkeratotic pattern: Case report and dermoscopic findings. Clin Case Rep 2020; 8:2398-2401. [PMID: 33363749 PMCID: PMC7752314 DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.3144] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/07/2020] [Revised: 06/09/2020] [Accepted: 06/21/2020] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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EN is a hamartomatous proliferation of keratinocytes. The most common dermoscopic feature of EN is large brown circles in the absence of pigment network which is similar in different histopathological variants including epidermolytic hyperkeratotic.
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- Ansari Mahshid Sadat
- Department of DermatologyRazi HospitalTehran University of Medical SciencesTehranIran
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- Department of DermatologyRazi HospitalTehran University of Medical SciencesTehranIran
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- Department of DermatopathologyRazi HospitalTehran University of Medical SciencesTehranIran
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- Department of DermatologyRazi HospitalTehran University of Medical SciencesTehranIran
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Dopytalska K, Sobolewski P, Mikucka-Wituszyńska A, Gnatowski M, Szymańska E, Walecka I. Noninvasive skin imaging in esthetic medicine-Why do we need useful tools for evaluation of the esthetic procedures. J Cosmet Dermatol 2020; 20:746-754. [PMID: 32910527 DOI: 10.1111/jocd.13685] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/20/2020] [Revised: 06/25/2020] [Accepted: 07/27/2020] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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BACKGROUND Despite the constant development of aesthetic medicine, there is still a lack of objective methods to assess the effectiveness of antiaging treatments and their impact on the skin. Histopathological examination of the skin section provides most of the key information about the condition of the skin, but it is an invasive procedure that requires a skin biopsy, which may be associated with the formation of a scar that is considered to be an aesthetic defect. Non-invasive imaging methods of the skin like dermoscopy, skin ultrasonography and reflectance confocal microscopy may be a useful solution. AIMS AND METHODS In this systematic review, we present the possible application of noninvasive skin imaging methods in esthetic medicine. The literature search was conducted via medical database (PubMed, Google Scholar). RESULTS The research suggests the use of dermoscopy during laser therapy, for the targeted treatment of vascular lesions and appropriate adjustment of laser parameters. Skin ultrasonography, especially high-frequency ultrasonography, has been widely used in aesthetic medicine-during and after volumetric treatments and in the assessment of the effects of anti-cellulite therapies, treatments that correct discolorations and improve skin quality. Publications also highlight the importance of reflexive confocal microscopy in the evaluation of the results of anti-aging treatments using the fractional laser, moisturizing preparations or micro puncturing combined with hyaluronic acid injections. CONCLUSION Non-invasive skin imaging methods are useful tools for pre- and postoperative assessment in aesthetic medicine and their wide application may help to objectively assess the impact of anti-aging procedures on the skin.
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- Klaudia Dopytalska
- Dermatology Department of Centre of Postgraduate Medical Education, Warsaw, Poland
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- Dermatology Department of Centre of Postgraduate Medical Education, Warsaw, Poland
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- Dermatology Department of Centre of Postgraduate Medical Education, Warsaw, Poland
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- Dermatology Department of Centre of Postgraduate Medical Education, Warsaw, Poland
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Ye C, Yi J, Lai W, Zheng Y. Skin barrier damaging and repairing process: A new application field of dermoscopy. J Cosmet Dermatol 2020; 20:897-905. [PMID: 32892490 DOI: 10.1111/jocd.13643] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/11/2020] [Revised: 07/18/2020] [Accepted: 07/21/2020] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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BACKGROUND Although more and more noninvasive detection technologies have been used in assessing skin barrier integrity and functions, more accurate, intuitive, and convenient detective methods still needed to be explored and developed. AIMS To investigate the characteristic image changes under the dermoscopy and to explore the relationship with skin physiological indexes in skin barrier damaging and repairing process. PATIENTS/METHODS 25 healthy subjects with normal skin in forearm were included and divided into different groups according to the operated strips numbers (30, 35, and 40 times). Before tape stripping, and immediately, 3, 7, 14, and 21 days after tape stripping, dermoscopic examination and skin transepidermal water loss (TEWL), surface hydration, and L*a*b* value were simultaneously tested in the same region. RESULTS Immediately after different times tape stripping, the amount of cuticle cells residues and the microvascular images were different. In skin barrier repairing process, the scab forming time observed under dermoscopy was day 14, day 7, and day 3 on 30 times, 35 times, and 40 times stripped skin, respectively. A small amount of cuticle cells and blurry vessels could be identified in hydration value <40 group, while there was no cuticle cell residue, and the branching vessels were obvious in hydration value >40 group. CONCLUSIONS Unique manifestations could be observed under dermoscopy in different time points of skin barrier with various degree of injury and in skin barrier repairing process. By combining dermoscopy and skin indexes assessing technologies, the skin barrier integrity and function could be observed and evaluated more accurately and precisely.
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- CongXiu Ye
- Department of Dermato-Venereology, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Dermato-Venereology, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Dermato-Venereology, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Dermato-Venereology, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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[Inflammoscopy: dermatoscopy for inflammatory, infiltrating and infectious dermatoses : Indication and standardization of dermatoscopic terminology]. Hautarzt 2020; 71:627-646. [PMID: 32377768 DOI: 10.1007/s00105-020-04590-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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Dermatoscopy as a noninvasive diagnostic tool is not only useful in the differentiation of malignant and benign skin tumors, but is also effective in the diagnosis of inflammatory, infiltrative and infectious dermatoses. As a result, the need for diagnostic punch biopsies in dermatoses could be reduced. Hereby the selection of affected skin areas is essential. The diagnostic accuracy is independent of the skin type. Helpful dermatoscopic features include vessels morphology and distribution, scales colors and distribution, follicular findings, further structures such as colors and morphology as well as specific clues. The dermatoscopic diagnosis is made based on the descriptive approach in clinical routine, teaching and research. In all clinical and dermatoscopic diagnoses that remain unclear, a punch biopsy with histopathology should be performed. The dermatoscope should be cleaned after every examination according to the guidelines.
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Çetinarslan T, Türel Ermertcan A, Temiz P. Dermoscopic clues of palmoplantar hyperkeratotic eczema and palmoplantar psoriasis: A prospective, comparative study of 90 patients. J Dermatol 2020; 47:1157-1165. [PMID: 32691449 DOI: 10.1111/1346-8138.15487] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2020] [Accepted: 06/03/2020] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Diagnosis can be difficult in isolated palmar and plantar lesions in patients with psoriasis and eczema. The purpose of our study is to compare the dermoscopic findings in patients with palmoplantar psoriasis and palmoplantar hyperkeratotic eczema. This prospective, comparative study included 90 patients histopathologically diagnosed with eczema or psoriasis (35 psoriasis and 55 eczema). The age range was 18-75 years. The most common vessel type was dot vessel in psoriasis. Red globular ring vessels were seen in five patients with psoriasis, but not in any with eczema (P = 0.007). The most common vascular distribution pattern was regular in psoriasis (40%). Patchy vascular pattern was significant in eczema. The most common background color was light red in psoriasis (48.6%) (P < 0.001). Brownish-orange globules were observed in 25.7% of patients with eczema and 5.7% in patients with psoriasis (P = 0.02). There is only one study in the published work about dermoscopy of palmoplantar psoriasis and eczema. In our study, yellow crusts, patchy scale distribution, patchy vascular pattern, yellow scale color, dull red background color and brownish-orange globules were significant in patients with palmoplantar eczema. On the other hand, patients with psoriasis had light red background color, regular vascular distribution pattern and white scale color. We observed globule structures with a pale center and dark peripheral rim only in patients with eczema, which was not identified in previous studies. This globule structure may be a new finding in eczema.
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- Departments of, Department of, Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Manisa Celal Bayar University, Manisa, Turkey
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- Department of, Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, Manisa Celal Bayar University, Manisa, Turkey
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Kaminska-Winciorek G, Zalaudek I, Mendrek W, Jaworska M, Gajda M, Hołowiecki J, Szymszal J, Giebel S. Dermoscopy of Cutaneous Graft-Versus-Host-Disease in Patients After Allogeneic Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation. Dermatol Ther (Heidelb) 2020; 10:1043-1061. [PMID: 32676797 PMCID: PMC7477036 DOI: 10.1007/s13555-020-00423-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/03/2020] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Introduction Progress in the transplant procedure has resulted in a higher proportion of patients with long-term survival after allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (allo-HSCT). Cutaneous graft-versus-host disease (GvHD) occurs often among patients who have undergone allo-HSCT. Routine diagnosis of skin and mucosal lesions is based primarily on clinical evaluation and histopathologic confirmation of skin biopsies. However, biopsy is an invasive method and histopathologic analysis is time-consuming, often accompanied by a lack of clinical correlation. There is therefore an urgent need for non-invasive, reproducible in vivo imaging methods that could be used in patients with cutaneous GvHD—both in the setting of initial diagnosis and during follow-up.The aim of the study reported here was to determine the role of dermoscopic monitoring of skin lesions in allo-HSCT recipients with consecutive histopathologic support as a non-invasive, alternative method to diagnose GvHD. Methods Twenty patients were examined by dermoscopy upon the manifestation of skin changes in the course of GvHD. Consecutive skin biopsies for histopathologic analysis were obtained from the suspected skin locations determined during dermoscopy. Results Graft-versus-host disease was confirmed by histopathology in 19 of the 20 allo-HSCT recipients. Four patients developed symptoms of acute cutaneous GvHD (grade 1, n = 2; grade 2, n = 1; grade 3, n = 1), and 15 patients developed chronic cutaneous GvHD. The most frequent dermoscopic signs (irrespective of whether GvHD was chronic or acute) were vessels and scaling (both n = 14, 73.7%). Hyperpigmentation and white patchy areas were present in eight patients (42.1%). Fair to moderate levels of agreement were found between presence of melanophages in the skin sample and dermoscopic granularity (Cohen’s Kappa [κ] = 0.39), scaling (κ = − 0.3) and vessels (κ = − 0.42). The finding of white patchy areas was inversely associated with lymphocytic infiltration (κ = − 0.55). Conclusion The results of this study suggest that dermoscopy may be a useful tool for diagnosing cutaneous GvHD in allo-HSCT recipients. Combining the clinical picture with dermoscopic features may bring us closer to a faster and easier diagnosis of GvHD.
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- Grażyna Kaminska-Winciorek
- Department of Bone Marrow Transplantation and Onco-Hematology, Maria Sklodowska-Curie National Research Institute of Oncology (MSCNRIO), Gliwice, Poland.
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- Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Ospedale Maggiore, University of Trieste, Trieste, Italy
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- Department of Bone Marrow Transplantation and Onco-Hematology, Maria Sklodowska-Curie National Research Institute of Oncology (MSCNRIO), Gliwice, Poland
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- Department of Pathology, Maria Sklodowska-Curie National Research Institute of Oncology (MSCNRIO), Gliwice, Poland
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- Department of Epidemiology, School of Medicine in Katowice, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, Poland
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- Department of Bone Marrow Transplantation and Onco-Hematology, Maria Sklodowska-Curie National Research Institute of Oncology (MSCNRIO), Gliwice, Poland
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- Faculty of Technical Sciences, University of Occupational Safety Management, Katowice, Poland
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- Department of Bone Marrow Transplantation and Onco-Hematology, Maria Sklodowska-Curie National Research Institute of Oncology (MSCNRIO), Gliwice, Poland
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Bilgic SA, Cicek D, Demir B. Dermoscopy in differential diagnosis of inflammatory dermatoses and mycosis fungoides. Int J Dermatol 2020; 59:843-850. [PMID: 32406102 DOI: 10.1111/ijd.14925] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/26/2019] [Revised: 02/19/2020] [Accepted: 04/14/2020] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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BACKGROUND The use of dermoscopy for the evaluation of various inflammatory dermatoses has witnessed a gradual increase in recent years. The present study describes and highlights the importance of dermoscopic findings in the differential diagnosis of plaque psoriasis (PP), lichen planus (LP), mycosis fungoides (MF), pityriasis rosea (PR), and nummular dermatitis (ND) that mostly involve the trunk. METHODS The study included 150 cases (PP:50, LP:30, MF:20, PR:30, ND:20). The lesions were inspected using a polarized dermoscope. The dermoscopic findings of each lesion were evaluated for background color, type, and distribution of vessels, color and distribution of scales, and other additional findings. RESULTS When the patient groups were evaluated for background color, yellow color was prominent in PR, and light and dull red color was prominent in other groups. Dotted vessels were prominent in PP, PR, and ND, and dotted + linear vessels were significantly more prominent in MF and LP. In the evaluation of the distribution pattern of vessels, PP showed regular, LP showed peripheral, and PR, MF, and ND showed patchy distribution patterns. White scales were prominent in PP, PR, and MF, and yellow-white scales were prominent in LP and ND. Only PR had a predominant peripheral distribution of scales, while other groups had a patchy distribution. CONCLUSIONS In conclusion, it was observed that PP, LP, MF, PR, and ND exhibited specific dermoscopic patterns that might be useful in clinical diagnosis.
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- Sultan A Bilgic
- Clinic of Dermatology, Merzifon Kara Mustafa Paşa Hospital, Amasya, Turkey
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- Department of Dermatology, Firat University Hospital, Elazig, Turkey
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- Department of Dermatology, Firat University Hospital, Elazig, Turkey
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Development of a clinical-dermoscopic model for the diagnosis of urticarial vasculitis. Sci Rep 2020; 10:6092. [PMID: 32269296 PMCID: PMC7142109 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-020-63146-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/17/2019] [Accepted: 03/16/2020] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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The clinical criteria for the diagnosis of urticarial vasculitis lack accuracy, according to previous studies. The aim of the study was to assess the accuracy of a clinical and a clinical-dermoscopic model for the differential diagnosis of chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU) and urticarial vasculitis (UV). Dermoscopic images of lesions with histopathologically confirmed diagnosis of CSU and UV were evaluated for the presence of selected criteria (purpuric patches/globules (PG) and red linear vessels). Clinical criteria of CSU and UV were also registered. Univariate and adjusted odds ratios were calculated. Multivariate regression analyses were conducted separately for clinical variables (clinical diagnostic model) and for both clinical and dermoscopic variables (clinical-dermoscopic diagnostic model). 108 patients with CSU and 27 patients with UV were included in the study. The clinical-dermoscopic model notably showed higher diagnostic sensitivity than the clinical approach (63% vs. 44%). Dermoscopic purpuric patches/globules (PG) was the variable that better discriminated UV, increasing by 19-fold the odds for this diagnosis. In conclusion, dermoscopy helps the clinical discrimination between CSU and UV. The visualization of dermoscopic PG may contribute to optimize decisions regarding biopsy in patients with urticarial rashes.
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Schuldenfrei MD, Pieper JB. Evaluation of hair follicle parameters using TrichoScale Pro © in healthy dogs: a pilot study. Vet Dermatol 2020; 31:181-e37. [PMID: 31898370 DOI: 10.1111/vde.12836] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 12/13/2019] [Indexed: 01/11/2023]
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BACKGROUND Trichoscopy, in combination with image analysis software, is a readily available, efficient diagnostic tool for assessing hair follicle parameters of people in vivo. Systems designed for use in human dermatology must be evaluated and validated with animal skin/hair before they can be used for veterinary applications. OBJECTIVES To evaluate the use of a commercial software package for image analysis of canine hair follicles and to define hair follicle parameters. ANIMALS Thirteen client-owned healthy dogs. METHODS Trichoscopic images at x20 magnification were obtained from three shaved body sites (left dorsal head, left thorax, left flank) over a five day period, then analyzed by the software. RESULTS The image analysis software was able to identify microscopic changes in hair length on a daily basis, calculating a mean hair growth rate of 0.065 mm/day. Each of the three body sites had consistent hair growth rates across all days. Anagen and telogen percentages were consistent at each body site by Day 2 (48 h post-clipping). Data for mean hair thickness, and primary and secondary hair percentages also are reported. CONCLUSIONS Although it provides less useful data for canine hair coats than for human scalp hair, the system evaluated provides an easy, noninvasive, rapid means for assessing several important canine hair follicle parameters: daily hair growth rates, anagen and telogen percentages, primary and secondary hair percentages, and mean hair thickness. This diagnostic tool could serve to establish breed-specific hair coat standards, evaluating hair follicle changes in various canine alopecic conditions and monitoring coat-promoting treatments in dogs.
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- Marvin D Schuldenfrei
- Department of Veterinary Clinical Medicine, University of Illinois Veterinary Teaching Hospital, 1008 West Hazelwood Drive, Urbana, IL, 61802, USA
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- Department of Veterinary Clinical Medicine, University of Illinois Veterinary Teaching Hospital, 1008 West Hazelwood Drive, Urbana, IL, 61802, USA
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Calderón-Castrat X, Kikushima I, Ballona R. Multiple Acral Papules. ACTAS DERMO-SIFILIOGRAFICAS 2019. [DOI: 10.1016/j.adengl.2018.05.038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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Chopra A, Mitra D, Agarwal R, Saraswat N, Talukdar K, Solanki A. Correlation of Dermoscopic and Histopathologic Patterns in Leprosy - A Pilot Study. Indian Dermatol Online J 2019; 10:663-668. [PMID: 31807445 PMCID: PMC6859759 DOI: 10.4103/idoj.idoj_297_18] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Background Leprosy is a chronic granulomatous disease caused by Mycobacterium leprae. It is diagnosed based on clinical features and confirmed on the histological findings and peripheral slit-skin smear staining. Dermoscopy is a handy, easily accessible tool to diagnose this granulomatous disease and classify patients based on the immunological and clinical response. Methods A single spot observational analysis was conducted in a tertiary hospital in North India. Patients attending the leprosy clinic and admitted patients for institutional therapy on the day of the study were enrolled in the cohort. The clinical and histological findings were correlated with the characteristic dermoscopy findings. A total of 50 patients were included in the study. All patents included in the study were on multidrug therapy and anti-lepra reaction drugs for a duration of less than 6 months. Results The dermoscopy findings correlated with the clinical and histological findings. Tuberculoid poles of leprosy classically showed loss of hair and skin pigment along with absence of white dots as sweat glands in dermoscopy. Lack of blood vessel changes ruled out any lepra reaction. Lepromatous pole of leprosy on the other hand showed characteristic xerosis and white scaling on dermoscopy in the background of hypotrichosis and hypopigmentation. Leprosy reactions were characterized by blood vessel changes and arborizing blood vessels were characteristic in erythema nodosum leprosum, and a diffuse erythema was a clue toward diagnosing type I lepra reaction. Interestingly, clofazimine-induced pigmentation was picked up characteristically on dermoscopy as a "honey comb pattern". Conclusion Dermoscopy is certainly a handy tool in aiding the diagnosis of leprosy, lepra reactions, and course of therapy. Characteristic patterns during the course of leprosy would certainly facilitate a quick and definitive diagnosis of patients suffering from leprosy. Also, patient drug compliance particularly to clofazimine can also be picked up objectively on dermoscopy.
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- Ajay Chopra
- Department of Dermatology, Base Hospital, Delhi Cantt, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Dermatology, Base Hospital, Delhi Cantt, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Dermatology, Base Hospital, Delhi Cantt, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Dermatology, Base Hospital, Delhi Cantt, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Dermatology, Jorhat Medical College and Hospital, Jorhat, Assam, India
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- Department of Dermatology, Base Hospital, Delhi Cantt, New Delhi, India
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Chessa MA, Patrizi A, Baraldi C, Fanti PA, Barisani A, Vaccari S. Dermoscopic-Histopathological Correlation of Eccrine Poroma: An Observational Study. Dermatol Pract Concept 2019; 9:283-291. [PMID: 31723462 DOI: 10.5826/dpc.0904a07] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/15/2019] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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Background Eccrine poroma (EP) is a benign adnexal neoplasm that can be pigmented in 17% of cases. Four histopathological variants of EP exist. Dermoscopically, EP can mimic many other skin neoplasms. Objectives To provide a dermoscopic-histopathological correlation of EP, classifying the clinical and dermoscopic features of EPs on the basis of their histopathological subtype, in an attempt to better characterize these entities. Patients and Methods A single-center retrospective study was conducted. Clinical data were collected; patients were classified on the basis of the 4 histopathological variants of EPs. Dermoscopic images were reviewed. A dermoscopic-histopathological correlation was performed, and the results were compared with literature data. Results Twenty-six lesions were included, both pigmented and nonpigmented. Three of the 4 histopathological variants were identified. Different dermoscopic features were observed for each distinct histopathological subtype of EP. The lesions mimicked different types of other skin neoplasms, in particular: nonpigmented hidroacanthoma simplex resembled nonmelanoma skin cancer; pigmented hidroacanthoma simplex appeared like a seborrheic keratosis or a solar lentigo; EPs sensu stricto presented as pink nodules if nonpigmented and were similar to seborrheic keratosis if pigmented; dermal duct tumors appeared as pigmented nodular lesions. Conclusions Distinct dermoscopic features appeared to be recurrent in each histopathological variant. Dermoscopy can provide important clues for the diagnosis of EP; the final diagnosis is allowed by histopathology. To achieve a correct diagnosis of EP, because of its clinical and dermoscopic variability, surgical excision is recommended.
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- Marco A Chessa
- Dermatology, Department of Experimental, Diagnostic and Specialty Medicine, University of Bologna, Italy
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- Dermatology, Department of Experimental, Diagnostic and Specialty Medicine, University of Bologna, Italy
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- Dermatology, Department of Experimental, Diagnostic and Specialty Medicine, University of Bologna, Italy
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- Dermatology, Department of Experimental, Diagnostic and Specialty Medicine, University of Bologna, Italy
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- Dermatology, Department of Experimental, Diagnostic and Specialty Medicine, University of Bologna, Italy
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- Dermatology, Department of Experimental, Diagnostic and Specialty Medicine, University of Bologna, Italy
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