Energy-Based Devices for the Treatment of Cutaneous Verrucae: A Systematic Review.

Background: Warts are one of the most common benign neoplasms caused by human papillomavirus infection and often pose a therapeutic challenge.

Objective: To summarize the current evidence on the safety and efficacy of laser and energy-based devices for the treatment of cutaneous verrucae.

Methods: A comprehensive systematic review of the literature on laser and energy-based devices for the treatment of cutaneous verrucae was performed.

Microplastics in dermatology: Potential effects on skin homeostasis.

Background: Microplastics (MPs) and nanoplastics (NPs) have become a growing concern in dermatology due to their widespread presence in cosmetic formulations and the environment. These minuscule synthetic polymer particles prompt an essential exploration of their potential impact on dermatological homeostasis.

Aims: This study aims to investigate the effects of MPs and NPs on the integumentary system.

The Use of Lasers and Light Devices in Acne Management: An Update.

Acne vulgaris is a disease of the pilosebaceous unit and the most common inflammatory dermatosis worldwide. It is also associated with significant economic burden. Limitations of conventional topical and systemic treatments include long treatment course, intolerable adverse effects, antibiotic resistance, and patient compliance.

Consensus for sclerotherapy.

Background: The American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS) periodically develops consensus documents for its members concerning various aspects of dermatologic surgery. Unwanted and painful leg veins are a very widespread problem. Many advances in sclerotherapy of varicose and telangiectatic leg veins have occurred since the previous consensus documents.

Expanding the role of the iPad and tablet devices to cosmetic patient consultations.

The iPad is a useful reference tool for patient education in cosmetic consultations. In this article, we plan to (1) discuss how the iPad can be implemented and used by patients and physicians in consultations, (2) compare the advantages and disadvantages of the iPad with other forms of technology, (3) discuss the optimal way of using the iPad for patient care, (4) see how this tool complies with privacy regulations, and (5) look at other uses of the iPad in the patient care setting. There has been positive feedback from both patients and physicians regarding the addition of the tablet computer during consultations.

YouTube and the expanding role of videos in dermatologic surgery education.

Video is an excellent medium for medical education, both for clinicians and for the public. YouTube has emerged as one of the largest sources of freely accessible content. It is our intent to provide a preliminary discussion of the growing role of videos in medical education, sources of this video content, and the format of surgical video content on YouTube.