Publications by authors named "E Zappia"
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- * The systematic literature review analyzed six relevant studies from a total of 64, examining the effectiveness of these treatments on nine patients, highlighting benefits like long-term tissue remodeling and improved skin aesthetics.
- * The findings suggest that the combination of laser therapy and fillers could enhance treatment for LS patients, indicating a need for more research to develop a solid clinical approach and improve patient quality of life.
Implant-related infections (IRIs) represent a significant challenge to modern surgery. The occurrence of these infections is due to the ability of pathogens to aggregate and form biofilms, which presents a challenge to both the diagnosis and subsequent treatment of the infection. Biofilms provide pathogens with protection from the host immune response and antibiotics, making detection difficult and complicating both single-stage and two-stage revision procedures.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFHand eczema: a review of clinical, dermoscopic and histological features.
Ital J Dermatol Venerol
October 2024
Article Synopsis
- Hand eczema (HE) is a common skin condition affecting 15-20% of people, with women having a higher prevalence; it presents with symptoms like itchy, red, swollen plaques, and blisters.
- A literature search using terms related to HE was conducted across various medical databases to gather and evaluate existing research, guided by the PRISMA algorithm for screening relevant articles up to October 2023.
- HE is often linked with atopic dermatitis and includes subtypes like irritant and allergic contact dermatitis, making it a challenging condition to manage; the paper aims to create a detailed classification system using clinical observations, dermoscopy, and histological data, highlighting its impact on daily life and the workplace.
The prevalence of skin aging and the request for effective treatments have driven dermatological research towards natural solutions. This study investigates the anti-aging efficacy of two bioactive natural polyphenols, Oleocanthal and Oleacein, in a skincare formulation. A single-blind, randomized clinical trial involved 70 participants, using a comprehensive exclusion criterion to ensure participant safety and study integrity.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Tirbanibulin 1% ointment is approved for the field treatment of Olsen grade I actinic keratoses (AKs) of the face and scalp.
Methods: We performed a multicenter retrospective study involving 15 dermatologic units in Italy to investigate the efficacy and tolerability of tirbanibulin in a real-life setting. 250 patients were enrolled.