Dermatology

Dermatology is the branch of medicine dealing with the hair, nails, skin and its diseases.[1][2] It is a unique specialty with both medical and surgical aspects.[2][3][4] A dermatologist takes care of diseases, in the widest sense, and some cosmetic problems of the skin, scalp, hair, and nails.[2][5]

 

Apremilast approval expanded to include plaque psoriasis

Posted on: 24/09/2014 - 20:48

The oral phosphodiesterase-4 inhibitor apremilast is now indicated for the treatment of moderate to severe plaque psoriasis. On Sept. 23, the manufacturer, Celgene, announced that the Food and Drug...

Field of Interest: Dermatology
Type: News Item

Closing large dermal defects much like a Victorian corset

Posted on: 23/09/2014 - 22:39

EDINBURGH – Barbed absorbable sutures are a useful new tool to facilitate dermal closure of facial and nonfacial defects following tumor resection. “These are not the bad old sutures that you might...

Field of Interest: Dermatology
Type: News Item

Senate OKs sunscreen bill

Posted on: 18/09/2014 - 18:03

The Senate unanimously approved a bill designed to speed up Food and Drug Administration approval of sunscreen ingredients, adding to the likelihood that the legislation will become law. The full...

Field of Interest: Dermatology
Type: News Item

Mobile apps get skin in the sun protection game

Posted on: 10/09/2014 - 20:05

EDINBURGH – Mobile phone apps that provide real-time, personalized sun risk and protection information are gaining ground in the fight against skin cancer. The <link...

Field of Interest: Dermatology
Type: News Item

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