This content is machine translated Update allergology Management of allergies in the era of precision medicine In the context of molecular allergy diagnostics, IgE antibodies against individual allergen components are determined. This offers added value, especially for patients with multiple sensitizations. Allergen-specific immunotherapy is available in…
View Post 16 min This content is machine translated Invasive pulmonary aspergillosis Correctly diagnose and treat IPA Aspergillus species can cause a variety of diseases. Among these, invasive pulmonary aspergillosis (IPA) is the most common opportunistic infection caused by moulds in immunocompromised patients and is characterized by… CME-Test
View Post 3 min This content is machine translated Study Report Dupilumab in 6- to 11-year-old AD patients: Effects on skin barrier function Atopic dermatitis (AD) is one of the most common diseases in childhood and adolescence. An observational study evaluated the effects of dupilumab in a subpopulation of 6–11-year-old patients with moderate-to-severe…
View Post 15 min This content is machine translated Hidradenitis suppurativa Etiopathogenesis, diagnosis and treatment – an update The pathogenesis of hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) has not yet been fully clarified; it is assumed that there are multifactorial interactions. The most important risk factors and comorbidities include smoking, obesity… CME-Test
View Post 7 min This content is machine translated Teledermatology Evaluation of patient satisfaction Overall, the spread and acceptance of telemedicine services have increased in recent years. As a strongly visual subject, dermatology is particularly well suited for telemedicine applications. International studies show a…
View Post 4 min This content is machine translated Crohn's disease in remission Avoid infliximab only with caution Patients with Crohn’s disease can be effectively placed in clinical remission with the combination of infliximab and immunosuppressants. However, long-term use poses some dangers. Scientists from Liege have therefore investigated…
View Post 6 min This content is machine translated Chronic itching Non-trivial – despite proven and new system therapies Chronic pruritus can occur at any age and affect different groups of patients. A guideline-based approach is advisable in order to determine the cause and provide the best possible treatment…
View Post 6 min This content is machine translated Chronic rhinosinusitis Endotyping as a basis for targeted treatment In particular, chronic rhinosinusitis with polyposis nasi (CRSwNP) is often associated with high levels of distress and personalized therapeutic strategies are required. Improved understanding of the immunological and inflammatory genesis…
View Post 6 min This content is machine translated Allergen immunotherapy (AIT) Adherence is crucial for treatment success Allergen-specific immunotherapy can prevent disease progression in the long term by tolerance development in allergic diseases. However, to achieve sustainable effects, long-term therapy is required, which requires a certain degree…
View Post 8 min This content is machine translated Psoriasis vulgaris Practice-oriented recommendations for system therapy Fortunately, developments in recent years have led to the effective treatment of many patients with moderate to severe psoriasis. In addition to classical immunosuppressants, several biologics and a small molecule…
View Post 4 min This content is machine translated Pediatric corner TREATkids registry in atopic dermatitis. The prevalence of atopic dermatitis (AD) has increased in recent decades, with children more commonly affected than adults. Even though the proportion of moderate to severe AD is comparatively low,…
