Publications by authors named "A Navarro-Bielsa"

UV radiation is the main etiological agent of skin cancer. Other factors such as pollution, diet and lifestyle are also contributing factors. Our aim was to investigate the association between melanoma and exposome factors in the Spanish population with a prospective multicenter case-control study.

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The reconstruction of full-thickness scalp defects with exposed bone can be challenging. A single-stage reconstruction could be the preferred option for patients with multiple comorbidities. We propose using a dermal regeneration template (Matriderm Flex) and full-thickness skin grafts.

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  • A study was conducted on patients with atopic dermatitis (AD) to explore the impact of atopic comorbidities like asthma and allergic rhinitis on their treatment response.
  • Data was collected from the BIOBADATOP registry, involving 509 patients, mostly adults with severe AD, and analyzed for associations between atopic comorbidities and clinical characteristics.
  • Results indicated that patients with personal atopic comorbidities had more severe symptoms and a higher history of treatments, but no significant differences in treatment response were found after 6 and 12 months, suggesting a need for longer follow-up.
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  • Anti-tumor necrosis factor alpha (anti-TNF-α) drugs block the action of the cytokine TNF-α, which is linked to several diseases.
  • These drugs are commonly used in treatments but have been associated with a rise in skin-related side effects.
  • The observed increase in cutaneous adverse events raises concerns about the safety of these anti-TNF biologic treatments in patients.
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