Publications by authors named "Noelle Desir"
Skin Appendage Disord
February 2024
Article Synopsis
- - The study investigates the impact of a New York Times article on public interest in oral minoxidil, an off-label treatment for androgenetic alopecia (AGA), given its prevalence and negative effects on quality of life.
- - A cross-sectional analysis using Google Trends showed a notable rise in searches for "oral minoxidil" and "minoxidil" following the article's publication, indicating heightened public interest in hair loss treatments.
- - The results suggest a significant, ongoing increase in inquiries about oral minoxidil post-article, highlighting the need for larger clinical trials to better inform dermatologists and provide evidence-based treatment for AGA.
Dermatol Pract Concept
October 2023
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates how socioeconomic status and comorbidities affect mortality rates in patients with external surface burns, particularly comparing differences between pediatric and adult populations.
- Using data from the 2017 National Inpatient Sample, researchers analyzed 52,335 burn patients, revealing that adults had higher rates of comorbid conditions like hypertension and diabetes, leading to increased odds of mortality and complications.
- The findings suggest that while pediatric patients may have lower incomes, adult patients face greater risks in terms of death and complications from burn injuries, indicating that age and comorbidity have more influence on outcomes than socioeconomic factors.
