Publications by authors named "A Polanska"
Actinic keratoses (AK) usually occur on sun-exposed areas in elderly patients with Fitzpatrick I-II skin types. Dermatoscopy and ultrasonography are two non-invasive tools helpful in examining clinically suspicious lesions. This study presents the usefulness of image-processing algorithms in AK staging based on dermatoscopic and ultrasonographic images.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe last decades have brought an interest in ultrasound applications in dermatology. Especially in the case of atopic dermatitis, where the formation of a subepidermal low echogenic band (SLEB) may serve as an independent indicator of the effects of treatment, the use of ultrasound is of particular interest. This study proposes and evaluates the computer-aided diagnosis method for assessing atopic dermatitis (AD).
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- Morphea, or localized scleroderma, is an autoimmune disease marked by excessive collagen buildup in the skin, with unclear causes that may include genetic, environmental, and epigenetic factors.
- Advances in medicine suggest genetic and epigenetic influences may significantly impact the disease's risk and progression, highlighting the role of factors like microRNAs and DNA methylation.
- New treatment options, including biological therapies and JAK inhibitors, show promise based on case studies, underscoring the need for further exploration of morphea's pathogenesis and treatment strategies.
Objectives: Actinic keratoses (AKs) are one of the most common reasons for consultation in the elderly population. This study aimed to assess the efficacy of 5-ALA PDT in AK treatment using high-frequency ultrasonography (HFUS) to evaluate skin layer changes during therapy.
Methods: In our study, we included 44 AK patients aged 53 to 89 years.
The association between prenatal pyrethroids exposure and children's health - current research.
Int J Occup Med Environ Health
November 2024
Exposure to pyrethroids, a widely used agricultural, forestry, and household insecticide, is a major public health concern due to its potential health effects on children. The aim of this review was to summarize the current knowledge of the effects of prenatal exposure to pyrethroids on the course and outcome of pregnancy, health status, and neurobehavioural development of children. A systematic and comprehensive search of the PubMed, Web of Science, and Scopus databases was conducted during January-February 2024.
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