Publications by authors named "W Placek"
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- The report discusses a serious complication arising from cardiac pacemaker implantation, specifically an infection of the implanted system.
- The case was initially misdiagnosed, leading to an erroneous treatment approach.
- After further cardiological consultation, the decision was made to promptly remove the pacemaker and transfer the patient to the Cardiological Department for appropriate care.
Introduction: The skin is the largest organ in the human body and it is also a complex organ. Its protective function is properly maintained due to its continuous renewal. Malignancies develop when the balance between proliferation and cell death is dysregulated in skin cells.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Generalized pustular psoriasis (GPP) is a systemic inflammatory disease that can be severe, debilitating and life threatening. Uncontrolled activation of interleukin (IL)-36 proinflammatory activity may underlie the pathogenesis of GPP. Currently, GPP-specific treatment options are limited.
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- - Skin mast cells act as protective cells that respond rapidly to maintain balance in the body, helping to fight infections and facilitate healing when tissue is damaged.
- - These cells communicate with various body systems, including immune, nervous, and blood systems, by releasing certain substances.
- - The article examines the role of mast cells in various conditions, including allergies and skin diseases, as well as their involvement in systemic diseases that have significant skin-related symptoms.
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- The study aimed to evaluate the occurrence and features of skin issues in elderly patients with COVID-19 in a nursing home in Poland, monitoring 64 residents during the 2020 outbreak.* -
- Out of the participants, only 5 showed cutaneous manifestations, with the average onset of skin lesions occurring 22 days after COVID-19 symptoms had subsided.* -
- Recognizing these skin issues is crucial in older patients as it may help avoid misdiagnosis and improve their quality of life by alleviating symptoms like itching and nerve pain.*