Publications by authors named "Yi Zhen Chiang"
We aimed to better understand the pathogenesis, clinical features, prognosis, and treatment of neonatal autoimmune blistering diseases (AIBDs). We searched Medline, Embase, PubMed, Latin American and Caribbean Health Sciences Literature, and reference lists of identified articles. Inclusion criteria were articles published from 1946 to December 2014 in any language.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Topical anaesthetics are effective for patients undergoing superficial dermatological and laser procedures. Our objective was to compare the efficacy and patient preference of three commonly used topical anaesthetics: (2.5% lidocaine/2.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) is an autosomal dominant disorder, with multisystem involvement, including cutaneous manifestations of hyperpigmentation and neurofibromas. Multiple cutaneous lesions are often disfiguring and lead to emotional distress and social isolation. Treatment of NF1 is predominantly surgical but alternative treatments should be considered for patients with large numbers of lesions as cold steel excision of multiple lesions can be cumbersome and may not be practical.
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- The study aimed to evaluate how different teaching methods affect UK medical students' confidence in dermatology, an important aspect of their education given the high prevalence of skin conditions.
- Results from a survey of 449 final-year students indicated that teaching from dermatology specialists and small-group, clinical learning experiences significantly boosted students' confidence, especially in handling chronic conditions over emergencies.
- Despite these positive influences, a notable percentage of students still felt inadequately prepared to assess and manage skin conditions, highlighting a need for improved dermatology training in medical curricula.