Publications by authors named "Z Ridha"

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  • Among 85 patients analyzed, 35.3% received PCAB with additional agents, particularly bortezomib, but high rates of severe side effects like cytopenia and febrile neutropenia were observed.
  • Some patients were able to successfully transition to CAR T-cell therapy, suggesting that PCAB may serve as a valuable bridge to newer treatments, warranting further study into its effectiveness.
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Following the advent of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs), subsequent unintended effects such as accelerated facial aging and altered skin health have been noted. This review delves deeper into the causative underlying mechanisms and provides insights into the intricate relationship between GLP-1RAs, adipose tissue, and premature facial aging, thereby highlighting the need for a nuanced understanding of their effects on facial alterations and skin health. Studies exploring the potential effects of GLP-1RAs on facial alterations and offering insights into the possible underlying mechanisms, causes, and clinical implications were included.

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Acrodermatitis continua of Hallopeau is a rare, localized variant of pustular psoriasis commonly associated with join disease and severe quality of life impairment. While there are no standard treatment guidelines, therapies used for psoriasis vulgaris are commonly tried. We report a case of severe acrodermatitis continua of Hallopeau in a patient with multiple comorbidities (advanced malignancy, recurrent empyema, psoriatic arthritis) where tildrakizumab lead to a rapid resolution of skin and joint disease which was maintained 1 year later.

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