Contents
April 2005
in “
Dermatologic Clinics
”
TLDR The document summarizes recent dermatological treatments and advances in areas like pediatric care, wound healing, skin closure, light-based therapies, pigment disorders, hair loss, immunotherapy, infection management, melanoma, drug reactions, and facial rejuvenation.
The document provides an overview of various articles featured in the April 2005 issue of "Dermatologic Therapy." Topics covered include the unique considerations in treating pediatric dermatology patients, insights into the biology and clinical advances in wound healing, and the use of cyanoacrylates for skin closure. It also discusses updates on light-based treatments in dermatology, such as lasers and photodynamic therapy, and recent advances in treating melanin pigmentary disorders. The management of hair loss is addressed with a focus on non-scarring alopecias and includes algorithmic approaches to treatment. New developments in topical and systemic immunotherapy for dermatologic conditions are reviewed, as well as the latest in antibiotics and antiviral therapies relevant to dermatology. Updates on melanoma treatment highlight new therapeutic options based on melanoma biology. Adverse drug interactions and reactions in dermatology are discussed, along with the evolution of soft tissue fillers for facial treatment. Lastly, a conservative approach to nonsurgical facial rejuvenation is outlined. Each article aims to provide dermatologists with current knowledge and practical approaches to various skin conditions and treatments.
