Publications by authors named "L Genco"

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  • Biological medications have greatly enhanced treatment outcomes for psoriasis, but they often require subcutaneous administration, leading to injection site reactions (ISRs) that can cause swelling, redness, itchiness, and pain.
  • A review highlighted the differences in ISR rates among various biologic drugs, with etanercept and adalimumab having higher rates (37% and 20%, respectively), while newer formulations like citrate-free ixekizumab and certain anti-IL23 drugs showed lower ISR risks.
  • To minimize ISR risks, it's essential for healthcare providers to educate patients on proper injection techniques and consider the unique profiles of biologic drugs during treatment decisions.
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  • The intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and medicine has led to significant advancements in healthcare, particularly in the field of dermatology.
  • A review of 20 research papers highlighted various applications of ChatGPT, an AI tool, in dermatology, which includes enhancements in clinical practice and patient support.
  • ChatGPT is positioned as a key player in modern healthcare, helping to bridge gaps in communication and knowledge sharing between patients and clinicians.
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Teledermatology may be defined as the application of telemedicine to dermatology. According to published data, teledermatology is more widespread in Europe and North America, probably where resources for health care are greater than in other areas of the world. Indeed, teledermatology requires advanced technology to be efficient, as high image quality is necessary to allow the dermatologist to make correct diagnoses.

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