Acne vulgaris and skin lesions that appear in its course deteriorate the quality of life of patients, cause depression, and the appearance of suicidal thoughts. Cosmetic treatments can have a positive effect on improving skin condition by cleaning up skin eruptions, thus improvin [....] » Read More
CIED pocket infection should be suspected when there is inflammation overlying the implanted device (including erythema, swelling, warmth, pain, and tenderness), purulent drainage from the pocket, deformation of the pocket, or erosion of the device or lead through the skin, in th [....] » Read More
Introduction: A few studies have evaluated the efficacy and safety of non-insulated radiofrequency microneedling (RFMN) to treat periorbital wrinkles in Asian patients. Recently, wound healing accelerators, the polynucleotides (PNs), have received attention in wou [....] » Read More
Background: Pterygium inversum unguis is a rare condition of the vascular epidermis of the nail bed, in which the distal nail bed remains attached to the ventral surface of the nail plate, obliterating the distal groove. As this disorder is incredibly rare, the origin is unknown, [....] » Read More
Objective: Treatment of frontal fibrosing alopecia (FFA) is complicated and challenging. In this study, we evaluated the efficacy of combining topical tacrolimus with isotretinoin versus finasteride in patients with FFA. Methodology: Thirty- one patients with FFA were divided [....] » Read More
Melasma manifests as hyperpigmented macules and patches, usually affecting the face, neck, and rarely upper limbs. This study evaluated comparative efficacy of a fractional CO2 laser with a Q-Switched Nd:YAG laser in combination therapy with tranexamic acid in refractory melasma. [....] » Read More
Acne vulgaris is a chronic skin disease that, depending on its course, is characterized by the occurrence of various skin eruptions such as open and closed comedones, pustules, papules, and cysts. Incorrectly selected treatment or the presence of severe acne vulgaris can lead to [....] » Read More
Based on the 2020 census data, it is estimated that more than 7.5 million people aged 20 or older suffer from psoriasis in the USA. Psoriasis remains one of the most common and intractable immune-mediated diseases experienced by many adults worldwide. The most common type of psor [....] » Read More
Contemporary culture takes for granted the fact that it is mandatory to protect human skin from the deleterious influence of the Sun’s electromagnetic spectra. This notion is quite new. The total history of Sun protection is less than 100 years, and the notion of the n [....] » Read More
Laser lipo-sculpting is a non-invasive laser fat cell reduction procedure, which uses 4 in 1 laser technology machine namely lipolaser, ultrasonic, radio-frequency and vacuum. The laser light penetrates safely into the fat tissues and releases the fat from adipose cells by bio st [....] » Read More
Ultrasound was first introduced in clinical dermatology in 1979. Since that time, ultrasound technology has continued to develop along with its popularity and utility. High-frequency ultrasound (HFUS) have allowed for high-resolution imaging of the skin from the stratum corneum t [....] » Read More
Together with pain itch is one of the most severe symptoms in humanity. It’s common in dermatological practice and characterized with high burden of disease. At the introduction itch terminology, epidemiological data, diagnostic criteria (scales) and clinical features to di [....] » Read More
The aim of this research was to study the effect of local raw materials on the formulation of a base cream formulation and determine the optimum proportion of each material that gives the required properties. Physicochemical properties of cream formulations can be affected by the [....] » Read More
Abstract: Two patients, one initial manifestation , and a different hospital course. This project illustrates the involvement of skin in systemic and cutaneous vasculitis. The poster is a presentation of two case reports : bazin erythema induratum revealed upon the skin biopsy of [....] » Read More
Title: A Handy and Extremely Reliable Method for Improvement of Allergic Physical Constitutions Author: Kimihiko Okazaki Address: Okazaki Medical Clinic, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan Text: It is well established that the cause of allergic physical constitution is allergen-speci [....] » Read More
Wound healing has been a major source of complications and poor outcomes in people who suffer from diabetes. Cannabidiol, a non-intoxicating chemical compound found in the Cannabis sativa plant, may play a role in wound healing. Minimal research has been done surrounding the use [....] » Read More
Title : Millennials lips versus aged lips: What are the differences?
Lucia Calvisi, Cosmetic Clinic Centro Dermatologico Lucia Calvisi, Italy
Introduction: more and more patients come to our clinics asking for lip augmentation ; but what are the differences in the approach of the young millennials compared to the older patients? Aim of the study: analyze the different type of treatment and the diff [....] » Read More
Title : Under eye area dark circles, puffiness and wrinkles: Efficacy and safety testing of a cosmetic product in an eight-week clinical study
Nalini Kaul, Princeton Consumer Research, Canada
Under eye dark circles commonly seen in both sexes, make one look older and thus are a significant cosmetic concern. Multiple factors including melanin deposition, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation secondary to atopic/allergic contact dermatitis, periorbital edema, superficial [....] » Read More
Title : The transcription factor p63 in stem cell self-renewal and cancer development
Makoto Senoo, Boston University School of Dental Medicine, United States
The transcription factor p63 plays an essential role in maintaining homeostasis and regeneration of epithelia. Although p63 has high sequence and structural similarities to the tumor suppressor p53, it is rarely mutated in human cancers. However, p63 is frequently upregulated in [....] » Read More
Title : Sharing knowledge of skin biology through art and literary analogies
Dechelette Corinne, PEAUrigami, France
The skin is a fascinating and complex organ. No other organ in the human body has as many functions as the skin: biological, cultural, social and psychological. The skin is the first thing we notice and the basis on which we draw conclusions about a person. It provides informatio [....] » Read More
Title : Ocular changes in patients with atopic dermatitis and long-term steroid usage.
Sitaula Seema, IOM, TUTH, Nepal
Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that can present with ocular comorbidities. Ocular complications are more prevalent in individuals with AD compared to the general population and can cause notable ocular morbidity. A general understanding of the dia [....] » Read More
Title : Classification of dermatologic manifestations of COVID-19 infection
Nikolai Potekaev, Moscow scientific and practical center of dermatovenereology and cosmetology, Russian Federation
The variety of observed dermatoses and skin rashes can be divided into seven groups depending on their etiology and development mechanisms: Group 1 – Skin Angiitis. They are directly caused by a coronavirus infection, against the background of which the walls of th [....] » Read More
Title : Ulerythema ophryogenes in a Saudi male: A case report
Yara Jazzar, Alfaisal University, Saudi Arabia
Ulerythema ophryogenes (UO) or keratosis pilaris rubra atrophicans faciei is a disorder of keratinization that primarily affects the face. It manifests as areas of papular erythema that eventually progress to cause alopecia and scarring mostly affecting the outer thirds of the ey [....] » Read More
Title : Regulatory mechanisms of gamma-delta T cells in psoriasis
Kensuke Takada, Hokkaido University, Japan
IL-17 is a proinflammatory cytokine required for the body protection against fungi and bacteria. Dysregulated production of IL-17 can lead to the development of various autoimmune and inflammatory diseases including psoriasis. Although the major attentions have been paid to IL-17 [....] » Read More
Title : A case report - ALHE presenting at an atypical site with lymphadenopathy.
Rajkiran Takharya, Manipal Tata Medical College, India
Background: Angiolymphoid hyperplasia with eosinophilia (ALHE), a uncommon benign vascular proliferation, was initially thought to be a late stage of Kimura’s disease, but is now considered a separate entity. We report a case of ALHE with anemia (Haemoglobin = 10. [....] » Read More
Title : Comparison of efficacy of 40% mandelic acid with 30% salicylic acid peels in mild to moderate acne vulgaris
Rajkiran Takharya, Manipal Tata Medical College, India
Introduction: Chemical Peel is a cosmetic procedure that is becoming a popular modality in treating acne vulgaris (AV). Mandelic acid (MA) is an upcoming peeling agent for AV due to its anti?inflammatory and antibacterial traits. Hence, it is worthwhile to appraise this newer age [....] » Read More
Title : A safe doppler ultrasound-guided technique for hyaluronic acid filler in the face
Danilo Augusto Teixeira, Hospital of Tropical Diseases, Brazil
Knowledge of facial anatomy is essential for professionals intending to inject hyaluronic acid (HA) into that region, but due to the considerable anatomical variations in region, it does not guarantee the complete safety of the procedure. Similarly, procedures widely disseminated [....] » Read More
Title : The role of pummaria indica and ajuga bracteosa in the treatment of scabies.
Said Hussain Shah, Kabal homeopathic clinic kabal swat kpk pakistan, Pakistan
The objective of the Research paper is to identify the treatment of Scabies in homeopathic. The research Project is experimental and descriptive. The population in the research is the patients of scabies. The researcher selected twenty patients of scabies in Tehsil Kabal of distr [....] » Read More
Title : Mole excision - How to heal faster and scarless?
Anuradha Jindal, Kasturba Medical college, Manipal, India
A mole can be excised using various techniques like radio-frequency, surgical elliptical excision, shave excision, punch excision, using Q switched Nd.yag laser or canon dioxide laser. The most common issue faced post excision is the recurrence of the nevus for which dermatosurge [....] » Read More
Title : Study of utility of oral epithelium as a substrate for indirect immunofluorescence in pemphigus
Anuradha Jindal, Kasturba Medical college, Manipal, India
Background Immunofluorescence is considered as gold standard for diagnosis of pemphigus. The sensitivity of indirect immunofluorescence depends on the type of substrate used. Monkey esophagus has been proven to be a superior substrate than normal human skin (NHS) for detec [....] » Read More
Title : A comparative study between efficacy of intralesional MMR vaccine injection and intralesional vitamin D3 injection in treatment of verruca vulgaris
Moni Singh, Manipal Tata Medical College, India
INTRODUCTION: Verruca is a common viral infection of the skin that can occur on almost any site. Treatment of common verruca can be frustrating for both doctors and patients because the best treatment with the highest efficacy and lowest recurrence has yet to be discovered. Curre [....] » Read More
Title : The Menace of Topical Steroid Abuse in Dermatology Op
Moni Singh, Manipal Tata Medical College, India
Context: Topical corticosteroids are one of the most widely prescribed class of topical drugs. Since they provide rapid symptomatic relief in inflammatory dermatoses, their abuse is rampant. This is aided by lack of awareness about the adverse effects of the unprescribed use of T [....] » Read More
Title : Chemabrasion: Treatment of difficult acne and acne scarring
Iftikhar Sheikh, Alhamd Skin Clinics, Pakistan
Background: This paper includes a new combination treatment of difficult acne and acne scarring. It’s an original work with a new idea where microdermabrasion is combined with immediate chemical peeling (called CHEMABRASION). The microdermabrasion produces controlled remova [....] » Read More
Title : A new combination treatment of scalp alopecia areata
Iftikhar Sheikh, Alhamd Skin Clinics, Pakistan
Background: As no. of new patients of Alopecia Areata (AA) is on an increase during last few years. Different regimens in practice are : local irritants like capsicum lotion & others, topical steroids, oral immuno suppressants, oral & injectable steroids. Hair regrowth re [....] » Read More
Title : Advance treatment of vitiligo with needling+excimer laser
Hamed iftikhar, Al hamd skin clinic, Pakistan
Introduction: Vitiligo is an ever increasing problem in all age groups. Different regimens in practice are sun exposure, UVR and psoralens. My paper presents an original study where NEEDLING is combined with EXCIMER LASER @308nm. Our hypothesis is that epidermal cells in the ski [....] » Read More
Title : Novel culture of epithelial stem cells for tissue regeneration
Allison Kim, Admission AG/The Research Institute, United States
The skin is maintained by self-renewal, proliferation, and differentiation of tissue-specific stem cells. We have shown previously that the transcription factor p63 plays an essential role in these processes. Expression of p63 serves as a biomarker for the enrichment of epithelia [....] » Read More
Title : Epithelial Stem Cells and Cancer
Sungjoon Kang, Seoul International School, Admission AG/The Research Institute, Korea, Republic of
The skin is maintained by self-renewal, proliferation, and differentiation of tissue-specific stem cells. We have shown previously that the transcription factor p63 plays an essential role in these processes. Although p63 has high sequence and structural similarities to the tumor [....] » Read More
Title : Body dysmorphic disorder: An unwanted but frequent companion of the rhinoplasty surgeon
Thiago sasso carmona de souza, Hospital IPO, Brazil
Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) is a condition that represents a point of intersection between the surgical area and psychiatry. It is characterized by an excessive concern with body self-image, due to a defect in physical appearance that can be imagined or even existing, but whic [....] » Read More
Title : Comparison of efficacy of cryotherapy versus Ionic Contraviral Therapy (ICVT) in the treatment of viral warts
Saadiya siddiqui, Services Institute Of Medical Sciences, Pakistan
Background:Viral warts are common, benign, contagious dermatological condition for which various treatment modalities have been tried but recurrence and side effects are the limitations. We want to assess the efficacy of ionic contra viral therapy as an advance treatment. Ob [....] » Read More
Title : Hyperspectral imaging-based monitoring for radiotherapy induced skin-toxicity
Ramy Mohammed Yehia mohammed Abdlaty, Military Technical College/ Biom, Egypt
Skin cancer (SC) is a worldwide spread type of cancer. Patients, in the senior age, of SC, are usually referred to radiation therapy (RT) for treatment. RT induces side effects that may vary from tissue necrosis down to skin erythema. Thus erythema, due to radiation exposure, nee [....] » Read More
Title : Acquisition of skills in dermatology …The journey from novice to expert
Lamees Mahmood Malik, Allama Iqbal medical college, Pakistan
Like any other field of medicine, the specialty of dermatology is defined by certain hard and soft skills which a dermatologist needs to acquire during his training. These include clinical skills, procedural skills, teaching skills, communication and writing skills and interperso [....] » Read More
Title : Efficacy of sylfirm x microneedling with radiofrequency alone versus combination treatment with a first session of chemical peel followed by sylfirm x in the treatment of resistant melasma: A pilot study.
Attiya Tareen, Skin Matters Clinic, Pakistan
Objectives: To compare the efficacy of Sylfirm X (microneedling with radiofrequency) alone with Sylfirm X combined with first session of Chemical Peel in the treatment of resistant melasma. Study design: This comparative prospective study was conducted at the Skin Matters Clin [....] » Read More
Title : Efficacy of sylfirm x microneedling with radiofrequency alone versus combination treatment with a first session of chemical peel followed by sylfirm x in the treatment of resistant melasma: A pilot study.
Attiya Tareen, Skin Matters Clinic, Pakistan
Objectives: To compare the efficacy of Sylfirm X (microneedling with radiofrequency) alone with Sylfirm X combined with first session of Chemical Peel in the treatment of resistant melasma. Study design: This comparative prospective study was conducted at the Skin Matters Clin [....] » Read More
Title : Relationship of periorbital melanosis with pigmentary demarcation line-F
Muhammad Shahid, Faisalabad Medical University, Pakistan
Introduction: Periorbital melanosis (POM), darkening of skin around eyes, dark circles is a common cosmetic concern and is an ill-defined entity to-date. Pigmentary demarcation line (PDL-F) is phys [....] » Read More
Title : Pattern of dermatological disorde in paediatric patients of faisalabad.
Muhammad Shahid, Faisalabad Medical University, Pakistan
Paediatric Dermatology: A Needof the Hour increase in the number of dermatological disorders in paediatric patients provoking an important public health problem in paediatric dermatology. The pattern of skin diseases varies from country to country.There has been a rise in the num [....] » Read More
Title : Current status and trend of clinical azole resistance of aspergillus in China
Musang Liu, Institute of Dermatology, Chinese Academy of Medical Science and Peking Union Medical College, China
The prevalence of invasive aspergillosis was increasing during past years. Aspergillus had become one of the most common causes of death in patients with severe immune deficiency. Meanwhile, the sensitivity of aspergillus to azoles decreased significantly worldwide recently. In 2 [....] » Read More
Title : Opthalmic preparation in dermatology
ahmed abdulhussein kawen, medical college thiqar university, Iraq
Ancient civilizations used a vast number of natural substances in ophthalmic preparations. These preparations were not only used to treat and prevent eye disease, but were also applied to protect the eyes from harsh physicochemical environmental conditions as well as for cosmetic [....] » Read More
Title : The diagnosis and treatment of several tinea incognito cases
Xiaodong She, Institute of Dermatology, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences (CAMS) & Peking Union Medical College, China
Short Description of what will be discussed during the presentation (about 250 - 500 words)?Losing the typical features of tinea corporis and tinea cruris, tinea incognito is often misdiagnosed as other diseases due to its atypical clinical manifestations. Having been misdiagnose [....] » Read More
Title : Controlling melanocytic hyperactivity is no more a dream with mesenchymal stem cells
Afzaal Bashir , King Edward Medical University, Pakistan
Background: Facial contour deformities associated with pigmentary changes are of major concern for plastic surgeons both being important and difficult in treating such issues. No definite ideal treatment option is available to address simultaneously both the contour defect as wel [....] » Read More
Title : Changes in anxiety level of females with facial lesions before and after plastic surgery
Sunaina Afzaal, Rahber Medical and Dental College, Pakistan
Introduction: Anxiety is very common among our folks. Facial lesions, congenital as well as acquired, result in marked anxiety related to decreased self esteem and confidence particularly in females. These lesions can be addressed by plastic surgery techniques which ul [....] » Read More
Title : Low glycemic index and glycemic load in reducing acne vulgaris
Dyll Turner, American Nurses Association, United States
Acne Vulgaris (AV) leads to a massive negative impact on the developmental, emotional, psychological and psychosocial aspects of the person who suffers from the physical sequelae of scarring and hyperpigmentation (Oge, et al., 2019). Research articles that have studied th [....] » Read More
Title : The use of tofu whey from food industry waste in the care of the scalp and hair
Joanna Igielska Kalwat, University of Education and Therapy, Poland
The aim of the study was to create cosmetic formulations used for washing and conditioning based on natural whey derived from tofu.Tofu whey used in the production of hair cosmetics turns out to be valuable waste that replaces water. Whey is an ingredient rich in proteins, oligos [....] » Read More
Title : Efficiency of intimate laser procedure on violation of the vaginal microflora in vulvovaginal atrophy.
Mirsaidova Munisa Abdushukurovna, Ministry of Health of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Uzbekistan
Until recently, the problem of vulvovaginal atrophy was solved by the appointment of hormone replacement therapy, systemic and / or local. Topical application of estrogen in various forms has very low systemic absorption, but has been the only method of reducing the pain associat [....] » Read More
Title : To compare the efficacy of intralesional injections of meglumine antimoniate versus metronidazole in patients presenting with cutaneous leishmaniasis at tertiary care hospital, karachi.
Abdul Samee, JPMC Hospital Karachi, Pakistan
INTRODUCTION: Cutaneous leishmaniasis is a prevalent parasitic infection in humans. The treatments of choice for leishmaniasis involve the use of pentavalent antimony compounds, such as meglumine antimoniate and sodium stibogluconate. OBJECTIVE: To compare the effica [....] » Read More