Adnexal Clear Cell Carcinoma Exhibiting Comedonecrosis of the Ear: A Rare Case Treated With Mohs Micrographic Surgery.

Adnexal clear cell carcinoma exhibiting comedonecrosis (ACCCC) is a rare, cutaneous, malignant neoplasm with limited reported cases since its discovery. ACCCC is characterized by unique clinical and histological features, demanding a precise diagnosis due to its potential for aggressive behavior and early metastases, distinct from other cutaneous tumors with clear cytoplasmic cells. We present the case of an 81-year-old male with a history of multiple non-melanoma skin cancers, who presented with a 5 mm erythematous papule on his left tragus.

Perceptions of patients and their relatives about schadenfreude towards doctors.

Background: Violence in healthcare is a global issue that healthcare professionals experience. The concerning increase in violent incidents in Turkiye particularly makes it a significant problem to explore by examining the underlying psychological factors. In this sense, this study focuses on the concept of Schadenfreude, the malicious joy of someone else's misfortune, towards doctors, which is an under-researched topic in healthcare violence.

The Role of Toluidine Blue in Mohs Micrographic Surgery: A Systematic Review.

Toluidine blue (TB) is a metachromatic dye used as a stain in frozen sections in Mohs micrographic surgery (MMS). The current literature on the use of TB is sparse and generally qualitative in nature. The aim of this systematic review was to summarize and evaluate the existing literature analyzing TB use in MMS.

Blood prestin levels in COVID-19 patients.

Background: Many studies have found that viral infections affect different tissues, including the inner ear. Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), a viral infection, is a significant health problem worldwide. Prestin is a motor protein with important functions both in the outer hair cells of the inner ear and in cardiac tissue.