Publications by authors named "Subramaniam Ranugha"
Three-part scoring system (tripartite) for teledermatology versus International Contact Dermatitis Research Group criteria to interpret patch test readings: A comparative, observational study.
Kuttiali Jasly Sakshi Goyal P K Ashwini Garehatty Rudrappa Kanthraj S Gurumurthy Chethana Subramaniam Ranugha
Indian J Dermatol Venereol Leprol
August 2024
Article Synopsis
- The study compares a tri-partite scoring system (TPSS) used in teledermatology with the International Contact Dermatitis Research Group (ICDRG) grading, which is the standard for interpreting patch test results.
- The TPSS showed high sensitivity and specificity, with excellent agreement between two investigators' scoring methods, indicating it is a reliable alternative.
- The findings suggest that TPSS can effectively reduce patient visits by 50%, making it a practical option especially during situations like the COVID-19 pandemic.
Down syndrome (DS) is associated with various uncommon dermatological disorders and increased frequency of some common dermatoses. This study was conducted over a 2-year period to evaluate the frequency of phenotypic and dermatologic manifestations in patients with Down syndrome in south India. The most common phenotypic manifestations that characterize DS include the epicanthic fold (93.
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