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Assessment and Management of Dermatological Issues in Hospitalized Geriatric Patients: A Retrospective Study in a Tertiary Care Hospital.
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Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Ankara Etlik City Hospital, Ankara, TUR.
Background: Skin problems, typically overlooked in elderly patients hospitalized for systemic diseases, can no longer be ignored.
Objectives: This study aimed to investigate the presence and management of dermatological problems in hospitalized elderly patients.
Materials And Methods: This retrospective study involved dermatology consultations for 712 elderly patients (aged ≥ 65 years) hospitalized between October 2022 and October 2023.
Dermoscopic Features of Dermatitis Cruris Pustulosa et Atrophicans: A Retrospective Study from a Tertiary Care Center in South India.
Indian Dermatol Online J
August 2024
Department of Dermatology and STD, National Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India.
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- Dermatitis cruris pustulosa et atrophicans (DCPA) is a chronic skin condition that can lead to hair loss if not treated and is characterized by certain dermoscopic features that distinguish it from similar conditions.
- A study conducted on 30 patients in South India identified key dermoscopic findings such as follicular pustules, white structureless areas around follicles, and various vascular patterns, confirming the prevalence of DCPA in males and primarily affecting the lower limbs.
- Limitations of the study included its retrospective nature, small sample size, and absence of a comparison group, highlighting the need for further research to better understand DCPA and its features.
Prevalence and characteristics of Epidermophyton floccosum skin infections: A 12-year retrospective study.
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Department of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand.
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- * Analyzing patient records from a dermatology clinic over 12 years, the research found that only 1.8% of confirmed dermatophytosis cases were due to E. floccosum, with male and female patients equally affected.
- * The study noted a steady decline in E. floccosum infections, even though tinea pedis, tinea cruris, and tinea corporis remained the most common types of infections throughout the period.
A resurgence of tinea cruris caused by Epidermophyton floccosum: An outbreak among Thai naval cadets.
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Department of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Thailand. Electronic address:
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- A study on naval cadets in Thailand revealed a decrease in cases of tinea cruris caused by Epidermophyton floccosum, primarily affecting young males (median age 19) presenting with groin rashes.
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Patterns of Common Dermatological Conditions among Children and Adolescents in Pakistan.
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October 2023
Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Lahore 54000, Pakistan.
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- - Dermatological disorders are very common among children in Pakistan, with a study of 582 patients showing a variety of conditions, primarily affecting males and those in the Punjab region.
- - Scabies was the most prevalent condition (45.55%), followed by eczema and dermatitis, with specific skin issues varying by age group - adolescents faced more tinea corporis and acne, while infants had higher rates of eczema.
- - Key risk factors for these conditions include having pets or livestock and poor hygiene, and many affected children do not receive adequate medical care.
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