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Ryan MP, Winsett FT, Armenta AM, Goodwin BP, Wagner RF. Lymphovascular Invasion in Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma. Dermatol Surg 2024:00042728-990000000-00754. [PMID: 38603804 DOI: 10.1097/dss.0000000000004187] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/13/2024]
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BACKGROUND Although there is a large body of literature regarding risk stratification and outcomes for perineural invasion (PNI) in cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (cSCC), there is a relative paucity of studies exploring the role of lymphovascular invasion (LVI) in cSCC and a lack of clear evidence-based guidelines for how to manage patients with these tumors. OBJECTIVE This article is intended to review the available literature regarding LVI in cSCC and formulate evidence-based recommendations for clinical management. METHODS AND MATERIALS A literature review was conducted using PubMed to find relevant articles relating to outcomes and management of primary cSCC with LVI. RESULTS The available literature suggests that LVI is a major risk factor for poor outcomes and increased morbidity and mortality in cSCC. CONCLUSION Lymphovascular invasion is a very high-risk feature that should place these tumors in the highest-risk category, and management of these tumors should be similar to that of squamous cell carcinoma with PNI.
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- Michael P Ryan
- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas
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Ahatov R, Pinto-Cuberos J, Wagner RF, Winsett F. Tarsonemidae Mite Infestation in a Mohs Laboratory. Dermatol Surg 2024:00042728-990000000-00708. [PMID: 38427919 DOI: 10.1097/dss.0000000000004141] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/03/2024]
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- Renat Ahatov
- Department of Dermatology, The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas
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Verma KK, Dowdle TS, Verma S, Joshi TP, Wagner RF. Nationwide Case-Control Analysis of Merkel Cell Carcinoma and Associated Skin Cancer Comorbidities: An Examination of the All of Us Database. Cureus 2024; 16:e54426. [PMID: 38510898 PMCID: PMC10951432 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.54426] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/18/2024] [Indexed: 03/22/2024] Open
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Introduction Merkel cell carcinoma is an aggressive neuroendocrine tumor that is related to immunosuppression and the Merkel cell polyomavirus. It is more common on the head and neck and has been associated with other skin malignancies such as basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma. However, there has never been a nationwide investigation that quantifies Merkel cell carcinoma's connection with these subgroups. Methods Utilizing the National Institutes of Health's All of Us open-access database, a retrospective study was conducted by filtering for Merkel cell carcinoma through the International Classification of Diseases, 9th and 10th Clinical Modification codes 209.* and C4A.*, respectively. This led to the inclusion of 41 patients in the study, with each instance compared to four control patients without merkel cell carcinoma, matched by age, race, and gender. The data's demographics and skin cancer co-morbidities were collected and evaluated with odds ratios and 95% confidence intervals using Wald's method. Results In patients with merkel cell carcinoma, a statistically significant gradient of increasing risk for developing basal cell carcinoma (Odds Ratio, 11.63; 95% Confidence Interval, 4.30-31.45; P < 0.0001), squamous cell carcinoma (Odds Ratio, 15.09; 95% Confidence Interval, 3.87-58.84; P = 0.0001), and melanoma (Odds Ratio, 27.94; 95% Confidence Interval, 3.26-239.48; P = 0.0024) was observed. The race/ethnicity demographics showed that 85.4% of the patients were white, and they were at the highest risk of developing merkel cell carcinoma. However, the study has limitations, such as the inability to identify the stage of merkel cell carcinoma among patients and the lack of consideration for other confounding variables. Conclusion The study examines the link between merkel cell carcinoma and other skin malignancies, underscoring the need for more national research to better understand the underlying causes that contribute to this link. The findings also indicate the possibility of sample bias in the All of Us database, emphasizing the need to assess the patient population's representativeness in such investigations.
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- Kritin K Verma
- Dermatology, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Lubbock, USA
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- Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, USA
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- Science, St. Andrew's Episcopal School, Austin, USA
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- Dermatology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, USA
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Dowdle TS, Ryan MP, Fenner B, Wagner RF. Virtual interviews and increased internal matching in dermatology since the COVID-19 pandemic. Proc AMIA Symp 2023; 36:780-782. [PMID: 37829213 PMCID: PMC10566381 DOI: 10.1080/08998280.2023.2255509] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2023] [Accepted: 08/31/2023] [Indexed: 10/14/2023] Open
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- Travis S. Dowdle
- Sanford School of Medicine, University of South Dakota, Sioux Falls, South Dakota, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas, USA
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- School of Medicine, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Lubbock, Texas, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas, USA
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- Andrew M Armenta
- Department of Dermatology, The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston
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- Department of Dermatology, The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston
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- Department of Dermatology, The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston
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- Department of Dermatology, The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston
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Iyer KL, Goodwin BP, Kelly BC, Wagner RF. Collision Course of a Basal Cell Carcinoma and Apocrine Hidrocystoma on the Scalp. Cutis 2023; 111:E9-E11. [PMID: 37289685 DOI: 10.12788/cutis.0753] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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- Kristyna L Iyer
- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston
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Dowdle TS, Ryan MP, Tarbox MB, Wagner RF. An analysis of internal and regional dermatology matches during the second year of the COVID-19 pandemic: A cross-sectional study. J Am Acad Dermatol 2023; 88:207-209. [PMID: 35490834 PMCID: PMC9047478 DOI: 10.1016/j.jaad.2022.04.036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2022] [Revised: 04/19/2022] [Accepted: 04/22/2022] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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- Travis S. Dowdle
- School of Medicine, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Lubbock, Texas,Correspondence to: Travis S. Dowdle, BS, School of Medicine, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, 3601 4th Street, Stop 9400, Lubbock, TX 79430-9400
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas
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- Department of Dermatology, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Lubbock, Texas
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas
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Croley JA, Malone CH, Wagner RF, Munavalli GS. Revision Repair of a Collapsed External Nasal Valve. Dermatol Surg 2022; 48:765-767. [PMID: 35438658 DOI: 10.1097/dss.0000000000003221] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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- Julie A Croley
- Department of Dermatology, The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas
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- Department of Dermatology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas
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- Department of Dermatology, The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas
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- Dermatology, Laser, and Vein Specialists of the Carolinas, Charlotte, North Carolina
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Kesaria S, Armenta AM, Gleghorn K, Wagner RF. Use Caution When Traveling and Wearing Medical Dressings: Foam Dressings Containing Silver May Set Off Metal Detectors. Dermatol Surg 2022; 48:256-257. [PMID: 34923534 DOI: 10.1097/dss.0000000000003356] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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- Sarah Kesaria
- The University of Texas Medical Branch, School of Medicine, Galveston, Texas
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- Department of Dermatology, The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas
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- Department of Dermatology, The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas
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- Department of Dermatology, The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas
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Thornton N, Winsett F, Wagner RF. An Algorithm for Managing Spitting Sutures. Cutis 2021; 108:100-101. [PMID: 34735320 DOI: 10.12788/cutis.0314] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Spitting sutures are a common complication of dermatologic surgery following closure of a cutaneous defect using buried sutures. This development can be distressing and uncomfortable for patients and may lead to further complications, such as surgical-site infection and abscess. Presented here is a straightforward and reliable algorithm to guide management of spitting sutures and their complications.
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- Nicholas Thornton
- From the Department of Dermatology, The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston
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- From the Department of Dermatology, The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston
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- From the Department of Dermatology, The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston
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Dowdle TS, Ryan MP, Wagner RF. Internal and geographic dermatology match trends in the age of COVID-19. J Am Acad Dermatol 2021; 85:1364-1366. [PMID: 34375667 PMCID: PMC8349394 DOI: 10.1016/j.jaad.2021.08.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/03/2021] [Revised: 07/10/2021] [Accepted: 08/02/2021] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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- Travis S Dowdle
- Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, School of Medicine, Lubbock, Texas.
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- University of Texas Medical Branch, Department of Dermatology, Galveston, Texas
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Boson AL, Boukovalas S, Hays JP, Hammel JA, Cole EL, Wagner RF. Upper Lip Anatomy, Mechanics of Local Flaps, and Considerations for Reconstruction. Cutis 2021; 107:144-148. [PMID: 33956606 DOI: 10.12788/cutis.0205] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Reconstruction of defects involving the upper lip can be challenging. The purpose of this review was to analyze the anatomy and function of the upper lip and provide an approach for reconstruction of upper lip defects. The primary role of the upper lip is coverage of dentition and animation, whereas the lower lip is critical for oral competence, speech, and eating. The orbicularis oris (OO) and several other muscles contribute to upper lip function. There are various insertion points for animation muscles, including the upper lip dermis, OO, and modiolus. Special attention should be paid to the philtrum, Cupid's bow, and vermilion border during reconstruction. Advantages and disadvantages of the Abbe, Estlander, and Karapandzic flaps are presented. Knowledge of mechanics, indications, and properties of local flaps while considering unique characteristics of upper lip anatomy and function are crucial for optimal aesthetic and functional outcomes.
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- Alexis L Boson
- Drs. Boson, Cole, and Wagner are from The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston. Drs. Boson and Cole are from the Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, and Dr. Wagner is from the Department of Dermatology. Dr. Boukovalas is from the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, The University of Tennessee Graduate School of Medicine, Knoxville. Dr. Hays is from the Department of Emergency Medicine, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas. Dr. Hammel is from Dermatology Specialists, Atlanta, Georgia
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- Drs. Boson, Cole, and Wagner are from The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston. Drs. Boson and Cole are from the Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, and Dr. Wagner is from the Department of Dermatology. Dr. Boukovalas is from the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, The University of Tennessee Graduate School of Medicine, Knoxville. Dr. Hays is from the Department of Emergency Medicine, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas. Dr. Hammel is from Dermatology Specialists, Atlanta, Georgia
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- Drs. Boson, Cole, and Wagner are from The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston. Drs. Boson and Cole are from the Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, and Dr. Wagner is from the Department of Dermatology. Dr. Boukovalas is from the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, The University of Tennessee Graduate School of Medicine, Knoxville. Dr. Hays is from the Department of Emergency Medicine, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas. Dr. Hammel is from Dermatology Specialists, Atlanta, Georgia
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- Drs. Boson, Cole, and Wagner are from The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston. Drs. Boson and Cole are from the Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, and Dr. Wagner is from the Department of Dermatology. Dr. Boukovalas is from the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, The University of Tennessee Graduate School of Medicine, Knoxville. Dr. Hays is from the Department of Emergency Medicine, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas. Dr. Hammel is from Dermatology Specialists, Atlanta, Georgia
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- Drs. Boson, Cole, and Wagner are from The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston. Drs. Boson and Cole are from the Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, and Dr. Wagner is from the Department of Dermatology. Dr. Boukovalas is from the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, The University of Tennessee Graduate School of Medicine, Knoxville. Dr. Hays is from the Department of Emergency Medicine, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas. Dr. Hammel is from Dermatology Specialists, Atlanta, Georgia
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- Drs. Boson, Cole, and Wagner are from The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston. Drs. Boson and Cole are from the Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, and Dr. Wagner is from the Department of Dermatology. Dr. Boukovalas is from the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, The University of Tennessee Graduate School of Medicine, Knoxville. Dr. Hays is from the Department of Emergency Medicine, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas. Dr. Hammel is from Dermatology Specialists, Atlanta, Georgia
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Winsett F, Gleghorn K, Croley J, Wagner RF. Managing pain associated with dermatologic procedures. Int J Dermatol 2021; 60:e480-e485. [PMID: 33739460 DOI: 10.1111/ijd.15540] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/20/2020] [Revised: 02/15/2021] [Accepted: 02/26/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Dermatologists are faced with an aging population, accompanied by an increase in the incidence of skin cancer, especially nonmelanoma skin cancer. With this increase in cutaneous malignancy comes an increase in the number of dermatologic procedures being performed. A common concern of dermatologists and dermatology patients is the attenuation and management of pain associated with dermatologic procedures. Fortunately, there are several techniques that may be used in the preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative periods to manage patient anxiety, minimize injection pain, and safely and effectively treat postoperative pain.
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- Frank Winsett
- Department of Dermatology, The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas, USA
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Ryan MP, Wagner RF. Psychodermatology fellowship: is it time? Dermatol Online J 2021; 27:13030/qt7j15s8kh. [PMID: 33818979] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2021] [Accepted: 03/08/2021] [Indexed: 06/12/2023] Open
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The fields of dermatology and psychiatry have overlap in the patient populations and diseases they treat. However, there are not currently fellowship opportunities for dermatologists or psychiatrists specifically interested in gaining expertise in psychodermatology. We discuss the logistics of a one-year psychodermatology fellowship, open to residents after completing either dermatology or psychiatry residencies, and the potential benefits that it could bring to both dermatology and psychiatry training programs across the county.
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, TX.
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Ryan MP, Wagner RF. More on how to decrease dermatology interview costs. Cutis 2020; 105:263-264. [PMID: 32603392] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
Affiliation(s)
- Michael P Ryan
- School of Medicine, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, USA
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Gleghorn KL, Tausend WE, Reese V, Wagner RF. And the Award Goes to: a review of the Academy Awards Winning Best Pictures featuring skin conditions. Int J Dermatol 2020; 59:515-516. [DOI: 10.1111/ijd.14795] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/14/2019] [Revised: 12/20/2019] [Accepted: 01/04/2020] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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- Kristyna L. Gleghorn
- Department of Dermatology The University of Texas Medical Branch Galveston TX USA
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- Department of Dermatology The University of Texas Medical Branch Galveston TX USA
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- Union Square Dermatology San Francisco CA USA
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- Department of Dermatology The University of Texas Medical Branch Galveston TX USA
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Croley JAA, Hirshburg JM, Wagner RF. Clinical Pearl: advantages of the scalp as a split-thickness skin graft donor site. Cutis 2019; 103:369-370. [PMID: 31348452] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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Common challenges associated with split-thickness skin graft (STSG) donor site wounds include slow healing times and poor scar cosmesis. The technique described here improves these shortcomings by utilizing a Weck knife with adjustable thickness controls to harvest STSGs from the scalp.
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- Department of Dermatology, The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, USA
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Ryan MP, De Jong AL, Wagner RF. Medical school ranking and dermatology match results: an analysis of the 2018 match data. Dermatol Online J 2019; 25:13030/qt59p3z80r. [PMID: 30982313] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2019] [Accepted: 04/05/2019] [Indexed: 06/09/2023] Open
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Dermatology is a specialty with fewer residency positions each year than total applicants, leading to increased competition in the match. Applicants tend to have substantial research experience and high national board scores. This study sought to explore whether there is a difference in the percentage of graduates matching into dermatology residencies based on the rank of the medical school. Publicly available match lists from highly ranked medical schools were compared to match lists from other allopathic schools to determine the proportion of graduates matching into dermatology. The data was analyzed using a chi square test and a significant difference was found between the percentage of students matching into dermatology from top schools (5.19%) compared to control schools (1.92%), (P<0.0001).
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- Michael P Ryan
- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas.
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Ryan MP, De Jong AL, Wagner RF. Medical school ranking and dermatology match results: an analysis of the 2018 match data. Dermatol Online J 2019. [DOI: 10.5070/d3253043344] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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Croley JA, Joseph AK, Wagner RF. Discrepancies in the Mohs Micrographic Surgery appropriate use criteria. J Am Acad Dermatol 2018; 82:e55. [PMID: 30586610 DOI: 10.1016/j.jaad.2018.11.064] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2018] [Accepted: 11/24/2018] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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- Julie A Croley
- Department of Dermatology, The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas.
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- Department of Dermatology, The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas; US Dermatology Partners, Pasadena, Texas
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- Department of Dermatology, The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas
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Marion T, Reese V, Wagner RF. Dermatologic features in good film characters who turn evil: the transformation. Dermatol Online J 2018; 24:13030/qt1666h4z5. [PMID: 30677827] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/24/2018] [Accepted: 10/24/2018] [Indexed: 06/09/2023] Open
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Dermatologic depictions in film are often used to symbolize evil. To ascertain whether certain dermatologic characteristics are more representative of evil in movies, skin findings in film characters before and after evil transformation were compared using the Good Movie Characters Turned Bad poll courtesy of The Internet Movie Database (IMDb). The poll ranked the 35 most remarkable moral transformations in cinema. Data was analyzed from 27 characters who met study criteria and there was a statistically significant, greater number of dermatologic features seen in characters after an evil transformation. Periorbital hyperpigmentation, infraorbital edema, alopecia, pallor, and nonspecific hyperpigmented skin abnormalities (telangiectasias, ecchymosis) were dermatologic traits that were found at a statistically significantly higher frequency post-evil transformation. This work suggests an effort should be made to educate audiences and film makers that skin conditions in reality are not a marker of evil intent.
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- Tyler Marion
- The University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine, Galveston, Texas.
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- M P Ryan
- Department of Dermatology, The University of Texas Medical Branch, 301 University Blvd, Galveston, TX, 77555-0783, U.S.A
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- Union Square Dermatology, San Francisco, CA, U.S.A
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- Department of Dermatology, The University of Texas Medical Branch, 301 University Blvd, Galveston, TX, 77555-0783, U.S.A
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Malone CH, Codrea V, Wagner RF. Split earlobe repair with piercing preservation and optimal earlobe aesthetics. J Am Acad Dermatol 2018; 80:e115-e116. [PMID: 29723558 DOI: 10.1016/j.jaad.2018.04.042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/02/2018] [Revised: 04/11/2018] [Accepted: 04/22/2018] [Indexed: 10/17/2022]
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas.
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas
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Croley JA, Malone CH, Wagner RF. Deepithelialized flaps and grafts: applications in dermatologic surgery. Cutis 2018; 101:213-216. [PMID: 29718019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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Deepithelialized flaps and grafts have been widely used by reconstructive surgeons in a diverse array of surgical specialties and have more recently made an appearance in dermatologic surgery. These techniques may be advantageous in their enabling of contour preservation of deep defects, reconstructions in areas of high mechanical tension, single-stage repairs, auricle reconstruction requiring tissue transfer, and reconstruction requiring free margins in areas with a paucity of local soft tissue. This article provides a review of the literature on deepithelialized flaps and grafts. We also highlight the use of these techniques in the field of dermatology and encourage appropriate application of deepithelialized flaps and grafts in dermatologic surgery.
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- Julie A Croley
- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, USA
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Marion T, Reese V, Wagner RF. Dermatologic features in good film characters who turn evil: the transformation. Dermatol Online J 2018. [DOI: 10.5070/d3249041411] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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Malone CH, McLaughlin JM, Ross LS, Phillips LG, Wagner RF. Progressive Tightening of Pulley Sutures for Primary Repair of Large Scalp Wounds. Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open 2017; 5:e1592. [PMID: 29632771 PMCID: PMC5889453 DOI: 10.1097/gox.0000000000001592] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2017] [Accepted: 10/17/2017] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Supplemental Digital Content is available in the text. Scalp defects greater than 2 cm in diameter are not usually amenable to primary closure and require local tissue rearrangement, grafting, tissue expansion, or prolonged second intention healing. Scalp flap reconstruction is a significant undertaking that requires elevation of a total flap surface area that is 3–6 times the size of the defect, often involves profuse bleeding, and can be challenging to perform without conscious sedation or general anesthesia. Anticoagulated and medically complex patients pose additional challenges and limit options for treatment. The pulley suture uses the mechanical advantage of the pulley to distribute tension across a wound and is useful in areas of high tension such as scalp wounds. For scalp wounds greater than 2 cm, pulley sutures are placed along the length of the wound. An assistant exerts equal tension on the pulley sutures, and the surgeon sequentially ties the sutures. The sutures are tightened and retied weekly until complete scalp closure is achieved. The pulley sutures can be used for rapid primary closure of scalp wounds up to 2.5–3.0 cm in diameter under local anesthesia. For scalp wounds larger than 3 cm, we have also found that pulley sutures can be progressively tightened yielding additional tissue expansion every week. Scalp wounds greater than 3.0 cm can be easily closed via primary repair and weekly tightening of pulley sutures without the need for flap reconstruction, traditional tissue expander placement, or second intention healing.
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- C Helen Malone
- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Tex.; and Department of Surgery, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Tex
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Tex.; and Department of Surgery, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Tex
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Tex.; and Department of Surgery, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Tex
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Tex.; and Department of Surgery, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Tex
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Tex.; and Department of Surgery, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Tex
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Boukovalas S, Boson AL, Hays JP, Malone CH, Cole EL, Wagner RF. A Systematic Review of Lower Lip Anatomy, Mechanics of Local Flaps, and Special Considerations for Lower Lip Reconstruction. J Drugs Dermatol 2017; 16:1254-1261. [PMID: 29240861] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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Reconstruction of defects of the lower lip can be very challenging. The aim of this review is to analyze the unique characteristics of lower lip anatomy and provide a systematic approach for lower lip reconstruction. A review of current literature was performed using the PubMed database. Articles analyzing the anatomic and histologic characteristics of the lower lip, mechanics of local faps, and different lower lip reconistruction techniques were included. Articles focused on lower lip reconstruction with free faps were excluded. The orbicularis oris has been described as the main supportive mechanism, however, a number of other structures have been shown to provide mechanical support to the lower lip, including septations of connective tissue extending from the epithelium to the orbicularis oris, a fbroelastic meshwork located in the mentolabial sulcus, and subdermal muscular fibers with dermal terminations in the area of the modiolus. Depending on the location, size, and depth of the wound, a number of reconstruction options are available. Preservation of the competency of orbicularis oris, relation-ship of the modiolus with associated muscles, and sensation, are critical components of functional reconstruction. Primary closure and local faps are assessed for these 3 components and analysis is provided. In conclusion, knowledge of the static and dynamic structural support of the lower lip, as well as the characteristics of different reconstructive options, is imperative for optimal functional and aesthetic outcomes.
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Malone CH, DeCrescenzo AJ, Subrt AP, Wagner RF. Rhinophyma graft for repair of the phymatous nasal ala. J Am Acad Dermatol 2017; 76:e123. [PMID: 28325413 DOI: 10.1016/j.jaad.2016.10.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/01/2016] [Revised: 09/28/2016] [Accepted: 10/01/2016] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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- C Helen Malone
- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas
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Castillo AC, Malone CH, Subrt A, Wagner RF. Partial auricular wedge resection for both structural support and soft tissue coverage. J Am Acad Dermatol 2017; 77:e49-e50. [PMID: 28711105 DOI: 10.1016/j.jaad.2017.03.042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/28/2016] [Revised: 02/20/2017] [Accepted: 03/24/2017] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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- University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas
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Hays JP, Malone CH, Tausend WE, Goodwin BP, Wagner RF. Delayed Diagnosis of Basal Cell Carcinoma of the Upper Lip: The Possible Role of Incidental Multinucleated Foreign Body Giant Cells. Case Rep Dermatol 2017; 9:50-54. [PMID: 28690519 PMCID: PMC5498975 DOI: 10.1159/000477455] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/04/2017] [Accepted: 05/10/2017] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Herpes simplex and basal cell carcinoma (BCC) can have similar clinical presentations due to overlapping lesional morphology. We describe the unusual case of a BCC masquerading as herpes labialis due to a possible false-positive Tzanck smear. The confounding diagnosis led to a failed trial of valacyclovir and subsequent loss of the patient for 1 year before the lesion was biopsied and diagnosed as a BCC. This case report highlights the importance of careful inspection of herpetic lesions and that further investigation should be pursued if the etiology is uncertain or if the treatment is not yielding the expected results.
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- Joshua P Hays
- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas, USA
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Importance Dichotomous dermatologic depictions of heroes and villains in movies have been used since the silent film age. Objective To evaluate the hero-villain skin dichotomy in film by (1) identifying dermatologic findings of the all-time top 10 American film villains, (2) comparing these dermatologic findings to the all-time top 10 American film heroes quantitatively and qualitatively, and (3) analyzing dermatologic portrayals of film villains in depth. Design, Setting, and Participants In this cross-sectional study, dermatologic findings for film heroes and villains in mainstream media were identified and compared quantitatively using a χ2 test with α < .05, as well as qualitatively. The all-time top 10 American film villains and heroes were obtained from the American Film Institute 100 Greatest Heroes and Villains List. Main Outcomes and Measures Primary outcomes include identification and frequencies of dermatologic findings of the top 10 film villains and of the top 10 film heroes. Results Six (60%) of the all-time top 10 American film villains have dermatologic findings, including cosmetically significant alopecia (30%), periorbital hyperpigmentation (30%), deep rhytides on the face (20%), multiple facial scars (20%), verruca vulgaris on the face (20%), and rhinophyma (10%). The top 10 villains have a higher incidence of significant dermatologic findings than the top 10 heroes (60% vs 0%; P = .03). Conclusions and Relevance Dermatologic findings of the all-time top 10 American villains are used in film to highlight the dichotomy of good and evil, which may foster a tendency toward prejudice in our society directed at those with skin disease.
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- Julie Amthor Croley
- Department of Dermatology, The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston
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- Union Square Dermatology, San Francisco, California
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- Department of Dermatology, The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston
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Croley JA, Malone CH, Goodwin BP, Phillips LG, Cole EL, Wagner RF. Mohs Surgical Reconstruction Educational Activity: a resident education tool. Adv Med Educ Pract 2017; 8:143-147. [PMID: 28223854 PMCID: PMC5308473 DOI: 10.2147/amep.s125454] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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BACKGROUND Surgical reconstructive planning following Mohs surgery can be a difficult subject for dermatology residents to master. Prior research demonstrates that active learning is preferred and more effective compared to passive learning models and that dermatology residents desire greater complexity and volume in surgical training. We present a novel, active, problem-based learning tool for the education of Mohs reconstruction with the goal of improving residents' ability to plan surgical reconstructions. MATERIALS AND METHODS The Mohs Surgical Reconstruction Educational Activity is an active, problem-based learning activity in which residents designed repairs for planned Mohs defects prior to surgery on an iPad application or on a printed photograph. The attending Mohs surgeon reviewed the reconstructive designs, provided feedback, guided discussion, and facilitated insight into additional issues requiring further review. Residents performed or observed the Mohs and reconstructive surgical procedures for respective repairs. Surveys were administered to participants before and after participating in the Mohs Surgical Reconstruction Educational Activity to assess the educational value of the activity. Survey responses were recorded on a 5-point Likert scale. RESULTS Mean participant-reported confidence in flap and graft knowledge, flap and graft planning, and flap and graft performance increased 1.50-2.50 Likert scale points upon completion of the Mohs surgery rotation by residents participating in the educational activity. The observed trend was larger in the dermatology resident subset, with increases of 2.00-3.50 Likert scale points reported for these questions. Mean participant-reported likelihoods of performing flaps and grafts in the future increased 0.25-0.50 Likert scale points among all residents participating in the educational activity and 0.50-1.00 Likert scale points in the dermatology resident subset. All residents participating in the educational activity somewhat or completely agreed with the statement, "I am faster at planning reconstructions after my Mohs rotation." In addition, 88% of participants "somewhat or completely agreed" that the exercise was a good educational experience. CONCLUSION The Mohs Surgical Reconstruction Educational Activity is a valuable novel tool for learning reconstructive planning that is easy to incorporate into existing dermatology residency curricula, inexpensive, and utilizes active learning.
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- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, TX, USA
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- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, TX, USA
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Malone CH, Wagner RF. Undermining the dry red lip for improved contour of full-thickness lip defects. J Am Acad Dermatol 2016; 75:e153-e154. [PMID: 27646761 DOI: 10.1016/j.jaad.2016.03.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/23/2016] [Revised: 03/10/2016] [Accepted: 03/17/2016] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Malone CH, Wagner RF. Partially de-epithelialized postauricular flap for ear reconstruction. J Am Acad Dermatol 2015; 73:e219-20. [PMID: 26568355 DOI: 10.1016/j.jaad.2015.08.056] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/07/2015] [Revised: 08/19/2015] [Accepted: 08/22/2015] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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- C Helen Malone
- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas.
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas
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Malone CH, Wagner RF. Recreation of the alar crease using the inverted horizontal mattress suture technique. J Am Acad Dermatol 2015; 73:e111-2. [PMID: 26282810 DOI: 10.1016/j.jaad.2015.06.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/24/2015] [Revised: 05/21/2015] [Accepted: 06/02/2015] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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- C Helen Malone
- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas.
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas
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Malone CH, Wagner RF. Temporary ear to cheek suture technique for improved posterior ear surgical access. J Am Acad Dermatol 2015; 73:e141-2. [PMID: 26369854 DOI: 10.1016/j.jaad.2015.06.047] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/04/2015] [Revised: 06/18/2015] [Accepted: 06/20/2015] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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- C Helen Malone
- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas.
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas
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Jalalat SZ, Wagner RF. Utility of a dermatology interest group blog: the impact of medical student interest groups and Web 2.0 tools as educational resources. Adv Med Educ Pract 2014; 5:331-337. [PMID: 25298742 PMCID: PMC4186492 DOI: 10.2147/amep.s70776] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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The open access University of Texas Dermatology Interest Group blog was established in 2004 for the purposes of increasing communication and collaboration between medical students and dermatology faculty, residents, and alumni, as well as to promote educational opportunities and the missions for which the interest group was created. This blog is unique because of its longevity and continuous postings directed toward the educational and professional needs of medical students and residents. A blog user survey was performed to assess viewers' thoughts, purpose of viewing, demographic profile, subscriber status, usage of the blog and other Web 2.0 tools (forums, Facebook, blogs, Twitter, podcasts), and perceived usefulness. Sixty-one anonymous online surveys were completed during a 1-month period. Statistical analyses of the responses demonstrated that the utilization of web-based tools and the blog were valuable resources for students, especially for blog subscribers, those more involved in an interest group, and those reading the blog for a longer period of time. The usefulness and impact of this method of communication and dissemination of information in medical education may encourage other student groups, faculty advisors, and educators to implement similar educational tools at their institutions.
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- Sheila Z Jalalat
- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, TX, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, TX, USA
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Programmatic changes for the dermatology residency program at The University of Texas Medical Branch were first introduced in 2005, with the faculty goal incorporating formal dermatology research projects into the 3-year postgraduate training period. This curriculum initially developed as a recommendation for voluntary scholarly project activity by residents, but it evolved into a program requirement for all residents in 2009. Departmental support for this activity includes assignment of a faculty mentor with similar interest about the research topic, financial support from the department for needed supplies, materials, and statistical consultation with the Office of Biostatistics for study design and data analysis, a 2-week elective that provides protected time from clinical activities for the purpose of preparing research for publication and submission to a peer-reviewed medical journal, and a departmental award in recognition for the best resident scholarly project each year. Since the inception of this program, five classes have graduated a total of 16 residents. Ten residents submitted their research studies for peer review and published their scholarly projects in seven dermatology journals through the current academic year. These articles included three prospective investigations, three surveys, one article related to dermatology education, one retrospective chart review, one case series, and one article about dermatopathology. An additional article from a 2012 graduate about dermatology education has also been submitted to a journal. This new program for residents was adapted from our historically successful Dermatology Honors Research Program for medical students at The University of Texas Medical Branch. Our experience with this academic initiative to promote dermatology research by residents is outlined. It is recommended that additional residency programs should consider adopting similar research programs to enrich resident education.
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- Richard F Wagner
- Department of Dermatology, The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas, USA
- Correspondence: Richard F Wagner Jr, 301 University Blvd, Galveston, Texas 77555-0738, USA Tel +1 409 772 1911 Fax +1 409 772 1943 Email
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- Department of Dermatology, The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas, USA
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Jackson JE, Kelly B, Petitt M, Uchida T, Wagner RF. Predictive value of margins in diagnostic biopsies of nonmelanoma skin cancers. J Am Acad Dermatol 2012; 67:122-7. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jaad.2011.09.027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2010] [Revised: 09/16/2011] [Accepted: 09/22/2011] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Raimer DW, Group AR, Petitt MS, Nosrati N, Yamazaki ML, Davis NA, Kelly BC, Gibson BR, Montilla RD, Wagner RF. Porcine xenograft biosynthetic wound dressings for the management of postoperative Mohs wounds. Dermatol Online J 2011; 17:1. [PMID: 21971266] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/31/2023] Open
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Cadaveric allografts and a large variety of other biologic dressings have been reported as being useful for the postoperative management of Mohs micrographic surgery (MMS) wounds. Although the use of porcine xenografts for the immediate postoperative management of these wounds is known, their use has not been detailed in the dermatology literature. A case series of 15 consecutive Mohs micrographic surgery patients (mean age = 74.9 years, range = 49 to 89 years) with wounds initially managed with porcine xenografts is described. Porcine xenografts were useful in a variety of clinical settings following MMS. These included: (1) wound management when tumor margins were indeterminate pending additional dermatopathology studies and (2) wound management when there are issues such as through and through nasal defects involving the mucosa, large wound depth, exposed cartilage and or bone, or patient medical comorbidities that delay or prevent plans for immediate wound reconstruction. Future controlled studies of biologic dressings are needed to determine which options are best for micrographic surgery wounds. Comparisons should also include the traditional option of second intention healing without biologic dressings.
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- David W Raimer
- The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas, USA
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Stephens JB, Raimer SS, Wagner RF. The dermatology acting internship. Dermatol Online J 2011; 17:9. [PMID: 21810394] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/31/2023] Open
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Acting internships are an important component of modern day medical school curriculum. Several specialties outside of internal medicine now offer acting internship experiences to fourth year medical students. We have found that a dermatology acting internship is a valuable experience for fourth year medical students who are interested in pursuing a residency in dermatology. Our experience with the dermatology acting internship over the 2010-2011 academic year is described.
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Vickers JL, Uchida T, Wagner RF. Television depictions about dermatology and skin diseases in Seinfeld. Dermatol Online J 2010; 16:1. [PMID: 21199627] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/30/2023] Open
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The iconic television situation comedy Seinfeld frequently referenced dermatologists and topics involving the integument, using satire for comedic effect. However, selecting satire to portray an already misunderstood and unknown subject matter may perpetuate incorrect public beliefs and stereotypes about those with skin diseases and diminish cultural sensitivity towards people who have dermatologic conditions and their caregivers.
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- Jennifer L Vickers
- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas, USA
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Philips RC, Dhingra N, Uchida T, Wagner RF. The "away" dermatology elective for visiting medical students: Educational opportunities and barriers. Dermatol Online J 2009; 15:1. [PMID: 19951619] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/28/2023] Open
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Dermatology electives allow medical students an opportunity to explore the field of dermatology. In order to gain greater exposure to the specialty of dermatology, some medical students have an interest in taking "away" dermatology electives at other U.S. medical schools. A telephone survey was conducted to better understand the opportunities and barriers that exist for visiting medical students to take an elective in dermatology. Areas of focus in the survey included dermatology elective offerings, institutional policies toward visiting students, academic requirements for visiting students, timing of electives, financial costs of electives incurred by the student and institutional and regional preferences of the host medical school. Survey results indicated considerable opportunities for medical students to explore the field of dermatology among U.S. medical schools, but variance among schools regarding the number and types of dermatology electives offered. Medical schools with dermatology residencies were statistically more likely to offer dermatology electives to visiting medical students than those that did not (p<0.0001). Students from schools that do not provide more advanced electives may find it difficult to explore the field beyond a general dermatology elective because of the limited availability of subspecialty elective rotations for visiting students. Other barriers for "away" electives include academic requirements, priority in course registration for a school's own students, differing rotation schedules, and additional financial costs.
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- Rebecca C Philips
- The Department of Dermatology, The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas, USA
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Emmett A, Uchida T, Wagner RF. Sunburn risk factors for beachgoing children. Dermatol Online J 2008; 14:28. [PMID: 18319045] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/26/2023] Open
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Sunburn prevention in children and the early establishment of sun protective behavior is predicted to result in a decreased future incidence of skin cancer. A survey of beachgoing families was conducted to evaluate the parental/guardian role in the use of sun protection for their minor children. Ethnicity and Fitzpatrick Skin Type of children and their parents were the best predictors for sunburn. White, non-Hispanic children were 7.8 times more likely to have a history of sunburn than children whose parents identified them as Hispanic when controlled for the same Fitzpatrick Skin Types.
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- Alisha Emmett
- Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas, USA
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Squamous cell carcinoma is the most common malignant tumor of the hand. Most hand surgery texts recommend wide excision with 1- to 2-cm margins. During a 10-year period, 32 patients with 35 lesions were treated with marginal surgical excision for squamous cell carcinoma of the hand. Greater potential morbidity and functional loss associated with wide excision was avoided in these patients. No recurrences were found at a mean follow-up of 31 months. One case of possible metastasis was identified. Three (8%) tumors required further treatment due to positive surgical margins. Marginal excision of squamous cell carcinoma of the hand is associated with a low rate of recurrence and metastasis. In addition, the potential for improved cosmesis and diminished morbidity when compared to older more radical surgical methods supports marginal excision for squamous cell carcinoma of the hand as a viable treatment technique.
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- Kyle S Joyner
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, TX 77555-0165, USA
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Ramirez M, Magee N, Diven D, Colome-Grimmer M, Motamedi M, Oliveira G, Zamora JG, Uchida T, Wagner RF. Topical Imiquimod as an Adjuvant to Laser Removal of Mature Tattoos in an Animal Model. Dermatol Surg 2007; 33:319-25. [PMID: 17338690 DOI: 10.1111/j.1524-4725.2007.33067.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Lasers are a commonly employed method of tattoo removal; however, numerous treatments are often needed and laser treatment may fail to eliminate the tattoo completely. It has been shown in animal studies that topical application of imiquimod cream, alone, fades tattoos. It is suspected that the combination of both imiquimod and laser treatment will result in enhanced tattoo pigment clearance. OBJECTIVE The objective was to evaluate the efficacy of topical imiquimod cream as an adjuvant to laser removal of mature tattoos. METHODS Fourteen albino guinea pigs were tattooed with black ink, then randomly assigned into two groups: one underwent sequential laser treatments with a Q-switched alexandrite laser in conjunction with triweekly applications of 5% imiquimod cream, while the other group underwent laser therapy alone. Subjects were evaluated with clinical photographs and skin biopsies after six laser treatment sessions. RESULTS The combination laser and imiquimod treated group was clinically and histologically rated as having less pigment than the tattoos that were treated with laser alone (p=.012 and p=.047, respectively). Adjuvant imiquimod treatment had greater inflammation (p=.002) and fibrosis (p=.002) on posttreatment skin biopsies. CONCLUSION Imiquimod appears to be a useful adjuvant to experimental laser tattoo removal in guinea pigs.
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Affiliation(s)
- Mark Ramirez
- Department of Dermatology, The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas, USA.
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