This content is machine translated Metastatic melanoma Better response to immunotherapy after stool transplantation A research team involving the U.S. National Cancer Institute investigated the effects of fecal microbiota transplantation on the efficacy of pembrolizumab in a proof-of-concept study in patients with PD1 antibody-refractory…
View Post 2 min This content is machine translated Wound infection Wound dressings containing silver The use of silver-containing dressings is recommended for critically colonized or infected wounds for a period of 14 days with subsequent evaluation.
View Post 4 min This content is machine translated Psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis Secukinumab as a treatment option in pediatric patients – an update. Children and adolescents affected by psoriasis and/or psoriatic arthritis often suffer a great deal. Particularly in cases of severe symptoms, the quality of life of those affected and their families…
View Post 3 min This content is machine translated ANCA-associated vasculitis New standard drugs and less cortisone For patients with ANCA-associated vasculitis, one of the most severe rheumatic diseases, treatment options have improved in recent years. Biologics therapies are also gaining ground in these rare diseases. These…
View Post 4 min This content is machine translated Wound care Antimicrobial wound dressings in the context of “Antibiotic Stewardship”. One of the most important goals in the care of post-operative and traumatic wounds is the prevention of wound infections. However, uncritical use of antibiotics is problematic in view of the…
View Post 4 min This content is machine translated Therapy with Small Molecules JAK inhibitors in inflammatory dermatoses on the rise In inflammatory processes of dermatological diseases, pro-inflammatory cytokines play a central role. Therefore they are in focus therapeutic approaches when it comes to breaking critical signaling pathways. In addition to monoclonal…
View Post 3 min This content is machine translated Case Report Anular elastolytic giant cell granuloma Histopathologically, infiltrates of histiocytes, numerous multinucleated giant cells, and few lymphocytes in the upper dermis are characteristic of this rare granulomatous disease. The present case underscores the importance of biopsy…
View Post 4 min This content is machine translated Chronic spontaneous urticaria (csU) Study to detect mast cell-activating IgE autoantigen immune complexes. The pathogenesis of chronic spontaneous urticaria is very complex. In a subpopulation of affected patients, activation of mast cells by IgE plays a crucial role. The question of how autoallergens…
View Post 4 min This content is machine translated Psoriatic Arthritis 5-year long-term data on apremilast are convincing Many patients with psoriatic arthritis (PsA) suffer from chronic symptoms and need permanent relief from their symptoms. Two pooled analyses based on data from the PALACE trial program show that…
View Post 3 min This content is machine translated Corona protection and skin health Mask dermatitis – expert tips for prophylaxis and treatment During the corona pandemic, an increase in facial skin lesions was observed due to the wearing of a mouth-nose protection. Wearing an FFP2 protective mask will continue to be recommended…
View Post 5 min This content is machine translated Alopecia Histology of alopecia If alopecia cannot be clearly diagnosed on the basis of clinical assessment, a specimen biopsy may be informative. If non-scarring alopecia is suspected, collection of two specimens for vertical and… CME-Test
