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Date: Nov 20, 2009
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Human embryonic stem cells can be used to create a stratified epithelium resembling normal human epidermis, a finding that has potential implications in producing temporary skin replacement for burn patients, according to research published in the Nov. 21 issue of The Lancet.
Date: Nov 17, 2009
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A condition recently named Legius syndrome -- associated with SPRED1 mutations -- may be difficult to differentiate from neurofibromatosis type 1 based on dermatologic findings, according to research published in the Nov. 18 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association.
Date: Nov 2, 2009
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Date: Oct 23, 2009
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Using a coarse-grit hand piece to conduct microdermabrasion prompts sun-damaged skin to remodel itself in a process similar to wound healing, and may be more effective in dermal remodeling than medium-grit use, according to a study in the October issue of the Archives of Dermatology.
Date: Oct 19, 2009
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In patients with systemic sclerosis, treatment with imatinib mesylate (Gleevec) may be a safe and effective therapy, according to research presented this week at the American College of Rheumatology Annual Scientific Meeting, held from Oct. 17 to 21 in Philadelphia.
Date: Oct 9, 2009
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Organ donation using collaborative requesting instead of routine requesting by a patient's clinician may not provide increases in consent rates, according to an unblinded, multi-center, randomized controlled trial performed in the United Kingdom published Oct. 8 in BMJ.
Date: Oct 1, 2009
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Evelyn Tay, MS IV
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A 12-month-old awakens with asymptomatic juicy red papular eruptions on her cheeks. It is diagnosed as Gianotti-Crosti Syndrome.
Date: Oct 1, 2009
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Date: Sep 21, 2009
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The chronic sclerotic skin diseases eosinophilic fasciitis and morphea can be accompanied by physical pain, psychological distress, perceived social stigmatization, and other impacts that combine to impair the patient's quality of life, according to a study in the September issue of the Archives of Dermatology.
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