Publications by authors named "R Barbary"
Several treatment modalities have been used for the treatment of keloid scarring but the optimal treatment has not yet been identified. Corticosteroids reduce excessive scarring by reducing collagen synthesis. Vitamin D can curb inflammation by inhibiting the activation and migration of leukocytes.
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- Elevated anti-gliadin antibodies (AGA) have been found in some skin conditions, like lichen planus (LP), even without gastrointestinal symptoms, and a gluten-free diet may help some patients.
- This study compared AGA levels in cutaneous LP patients to a control group and found significantly higher AGA (IgA and IgG) levels in LP patients.
- There is a notable correlation between higher AGA (IgG) levels and factors such as patient age, disease duration, and LP severity, suggesting a potential link between LP and hidden coeliac disease.
Background: Melanocyte-keratinocyte transplant procedure (MKTP) or non-cultured epidermal cell suspension transplantation is a very popular surgical modality for treating stable vitiligo. The recipient-site preparation is one potential determinant in the repigmentation outcomes.
Aim: To assess the efficacy of fractional CO (FCO ) laser in recipient-site preparation before MKTP and comparing it to the frequently used full surface laser ablation.
Background: Multiple therapeutic modalities are available for alopecia areata (AA) but still a challenging disease with variable severity, recurrence, and a major cosmetic concern.
Aims: Compare the effectiveness and safety of intralesional methotrexate (MTX) versus triamcinolone acetonide (TrA) in the treatment of localized AA in adults, both clinically and trichoscopically.
Patients/methods: 40 adult patients with localized AA were recruited and divided into two groups.