Publications by authors named "Komal Sattar"
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- Acne vulgaris is a highly prevalent skin condition, ranked as the eighth most common, affecting 9.4% of the global population, with treatments primarily including retinoids, antibiotics, and benzoyl peroxide (BPO).
- A study systematically reviewed eight randomized controlled trials from 2003-2023, involving 4,596 participants, focusing on the effectiveness of combining adapalene (a retinoid) and benzoyl peroxide.
- The combination treatment resulted in a significant reduction in acne lesions (27.5% to 70.2% efficacy), while mild adverse effects were reported in 2.7% to 57.9% of cases, typically resolving over time, indicating that this
Introduction: Telemedicine (TM) and teleconsultation services flourished during coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) transmission to avoid COVID-19 infection and physical contact. Many physicians switched to the virtual treatment mode and nearly all types of health disciplines were covered. Through this systematic review, the authors tried to explore the strengths and weaknesses of TM, identify the barriers to adopting TM by population, and explain the limitations of this healthcare delivery model.
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