Surgical Margins of Nonmelanoma Skin Cancers in Mohs Surgery: Dermoscopy Versus Naked Eye.

Background: Mohs micrographic surgery (MMS) offers high cure rates for nonmelanoma skin cancer (NMSC) but relies on precise margin assessment, traditionally initiated by the naked eye. Dermoscopy has emerged as a potential tool to improve margin delineation.

Objective: To compare the efficacy of dermoscopic versus naked eye evaluation in marking initial MMS margins for NMSC.

Hydroxychloroquine-Induced Nonthrombocytopenic Purpura: A Case Series.

Hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) is a disease-modifying anti-rheumatic medication for the treatment of various autoimmune conditions. A rare side effect of HCQ is thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP). We present two cases of patients who developed purpura that did not meet TTP criteria following treatment with HCQ.

Biologic Treatment Options for Pediatric Psoriasis and Atopic Dermatitis-A Review.

: Severe, recalcitrant cases of pediatric psoriasis or atopic dermatitis may necessitate treatment with biological agents; however, this may be difficult due to lack of treatment options and standardized treatment guidelines. This review evaluates the biological treatment options available, including off-label uses, and provides a basic therapeutic guideline for pediatric psoriasis and atopic dermatitis. : A PubMed review of biological treatments for pediatric psoriasis and atopic dermatitis with information regarding age, efficacy, dosing, contra-indications, adverse events, and off-label treatments.

Treatment of histoid leprosy: a lack of consensus.

Histoid leprosy is a rare variant of leprosy with a unique clinical presentation and bacilli rich histology. These patients are large reservoirs for disease and vectors for spread, making prompt diagnosis and treatment crucial. To date, no consensus on treatment and duration exists.