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Reinhold U, Bai-Habelski J, Abeck D, Denfeld R, Dominicus R, Fischer T, Radny P. [Potassium hydroxide 5 % solution in actinic keratosis : A novel therapeutic approach in the lesion-directed treatment]. Hautarzt 2021; 72:975-983. [PMID: 34387709 PMCID: PMC8536816 DOI: 10.1007/s00105-021-04888-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/04/2021] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Hintergrund Die aktinische Keratose (AK) ist ein epitheliales Carcinoma in situ der Haut. Aufgrund des Risikos einer malignen Transformation besteht ein frühzeitiger Behandlungsbedarf. Gerade die initiale Therapie sollte neben der Wirksamkeit eine gute Verträglichkeit und Anwenderfreundlichkeit aufweisen. Kaliumhydroxid (KOH)-Lösung ist als keratolytische Behandlungsoption bei hyperkeratotischen Hauterkrankungen, wie z. B. Mollusca contagiosa, bereits etabliert. Methodik Wirksamkeit und Verträglichkeit von KOH-5 %-Lösung zur Behandlung der leichten bis moderaten AK wurden in einer prospektiven, einarmigen, multizentrischen Medizinproduktestudie (Treatment of AK with KOH [TAKKOH]) untersucht. Die KOH-Lösung wurde 2‑mal täglich über 14 Tage aufgetragen mit anschließender Behandlungspause von 14 Tagen (≙ 1 Behandlungszyklus) für maximal 3 Behandlungszyklen oder mindestens bis zum Behandlungserfolg. Das primäre Zielkriterium „Behandlungserfolg“ wurde als komplette Remission (CR) aller AK-Läsionen eines Patienten definiert. Sekundäre Zielkriterien beinhalteten die Beurteilung der partiellen Remission (PR), der Anzahl an AK-Läsionen in Remission, die Wirksamkeitsbeurteilung anhand von Schulnoten durch Prüfärzte und Patienten sowie sicherheitsrelevante Endpunkte. Ergebnisse Es wurden 73 Patienten in die Studie eingeschlossen. Eine CR wurde von 54,9 % der Patienten erreicht, eine PR von 64,8 % bei einer Reduktion der Gesamtzahl an Läsionen um 69,9 %. Bei 46,6 % der Patienten wurden unerwünschte Ereignisse beobachtet. Diese überwiegend unerwünschten Wirkungen (82,6 %) stellten ausnahmslos transiente und milde lokale Hautreaktionen dar. Schlussfolgerung Die Studie liefert Hinweise auf die Wirksamkeit und Sicherheit von KOH-5 %-Lösung zur läsionsgerichteten topischen Therapie der AK.
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Möhrenschlager M, Seidl HP, Holtmann C, Ring J, Abeck D. Microsporum-canis-bedingte Tinea capitis et corporis bei einer immunsupprimierten erwachsenen Patientin. Mycoses 2017. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1439-0507.2003.tb00032.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Eber S, Behrends U, Abeck D, Haus G, Plötz S, Kersten A, Hammer A. Persistierende petechiale Einblutungen nach einer fieberhaften Infektion. Monatsschr Kinderheilkd 2016. [DOI: 10.1007/s00112-016-0056-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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Fölster-Holst R, Abeck D, Torrelo A. Topical hydrocortisone 17-butyrate 21-propionate in the treatment of inflammatory skin diseases: pharmacological data, clinical efficacy, safety and calculation of the therapeutic index. DIE PHARMAZIE 2016; 71:115-121. [PMID: 27183704] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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Hydrocortisone 17-butyrate 21-propionate (hydrocortisone buteprate, HBP) is a medium potent, non-halogenated double-ester of hydrocortisone with a favorable benefit/risk ratio for the treatment of inflammatory skin disorders. HBP is available as a 0.1% cream or ointment formulation. Good results were obtained with a once-daily topical treatment. HBP is characterized by a strong topical anti-inflammatory activity and weak systemic action. It is considered to have potency comparable to that of betamethasone 17-valerate (BV), but its systemic effects are less pronounced. HBP was shown to have a good efficacy in the treatment of various oozing and lichenified eczematous skin diseases including atopic dermatitis (AD) and in the treatment of psoriasis vulgaris. Even in very young children, HBP proved successful as an effective and safe drug. A therapeutic index of 2.0 can be attributed to this glucocorticoid. In this respect, there is no difference between topical HBP and other topical glucocorticoids with increased benefit/risk ratio, e.g. prednicarbate (PC), methylprednisolone aceponate (MPA) and mometasone furoate (MM).
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Four infants developed Gianotti-Crosti syndrome (GCS) 6 to 8 days after immunization. Subsequent booster vaccinations were well tolerated. Different types of viral infections have been implicated in the pathogenesis of GCS. The occurrence of GCS after vaccination is rarely described in literature. We suggest that vaccination may be a relevant etiologic factor and should be considered in infants presenting with GCS.
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Abeck D. Dermatologische Therapie mit topischen Glukokortikoiden: aktueller Stand und zukünftige therapeutische Entwicklungen. AKTUELLE DERMATOLOGIE 2013. [DOI: 10.1055/s-0033-1344984] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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Abeck D. [Contact allergy on nickel]. MMW Fortschr Med 2011; 153:45. [PMID: 22165345 DOI: 10.1007/bf03369116] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/31/2023]
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Möhrenschlager M, Schmidt T, Ring J, Abeck D. Recalcitrant trachyonychia of childhood – response to daily oral biotin supplementation: report of two cases. J DERMATOL TREAT 2009. [DOI: 10.1080/09546630050517522] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/16/2022]
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Seebacher C, Brasch J, Abeck D, Cornely O, Effendy I, Ginter-Hanselmayer G, Haake N, Hamm G, Hipler UC, Hof H, Korting HC, Mayser P, Ruhnke M, Schlacke KH, Tietz HJ. Onychomycosis. Mycoses 2007; 50:321-7. [PMID: 17576328 DOI: 10.1111/j.1439-0507.2006.01351.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 74] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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The guideline on onychomycosis, as passed by the responsible German medical societies, is presented in the present study.
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Seebacher C, Abeck D, Brasch J, Cornely O, Daeschlein G, Effendy I, Ginter-Hanselmayer G, Haake N, Hamm G, Hipler C, Hof H, Korting HC, Kramer A, Mayser P, Ruhnke M, Schlacke KH, Tietz HJ. Tinea capitis: ringworm of the scalp. Mycoses 2007; 50:218-26. [PMID: 17472621 DOI: 10.1111/j.1439-0507.2006.01350.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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The guideline tinea capitis, as passed by three German medical societies, is presented in the present study.
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Fölster-Holst R, Müller F, Schnopp N, Abeck D, Kreiselmaier I, Lenz T, von Rüden U, Schrezenmeir J, Christophers E, Weichenthal M. Prospective, randomized controlled trial on Lactobacillus rhamnosus in infants with moderate to severe atopic dermatitis. Br J Dermatol 2007; 155:1256-61. [PMID: 17107398 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2133.2006.07558.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 121] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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BACKGROUND A reduction of symptoms of atopic dermatitis (AD) in small infants by the administration of Lactobacillus rhamnosus has been reported in a few studies. One study with older children and adolescents failed to show any effect. OBJECTIVES We conducted a prospective study to reassess the efficacy of orally administered L. rhamnosus strain GG (LGG) in infants with AD. METHODS In a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study, 54 infants aged 1-55 months with moderate to severe AD were randomized to daily 10 x 10(9) colony-forming units of LGG or to placebo during an 8-week intervention phase. Emollients, class I-II topical corticosteroids and antihistamines were permitted. RESULTS The treatment with LGG was well tolerated. At the end of treatment there were no significant differences between the groups with respect to clinical symptoms (SCORAD, pruritus, sleep loss), the use of topical corticosteroids and antihistamines, immunological parameters, or health-related quality of life of the parents. CONCLUSIONS Our results could not confirm LGG as an effective treatment of AD in infancy.
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Abeck D. Essentials im atopischen Ekzem-Management. AKTUELLE DERMATOLOGIE 2007. [DOI: 10.1055/s-2007-966326] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Wohlrab J, Jost G, Abeck D. Antiseptic efficacy of a low-dosed topical triclosan/chlorhexidine combination therapy in atopic dermatitis. Skin Pharmacol Physiol 2006; 20:71-6. [PMID: 17143011 DOI: 10.1159/000097653] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/06/2006] [Accepted: 07/14/2006] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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The topical application of triclosan as an antistaphylogenic antiseptic has proven beneficial in atopic dermatitis. Especially in lipophilic carriers, triclosan is applied in a concentration range between 1 and 5%, usually 2%. However, as a phenol, triclosan is not undisputed and may result in local exacerbation of the disease by eliciting irritative secondary reactions, especially in high concentrations. Chlorhexidine is also an antiseptic which is very effective against Staphylococci and nearly equivalent to triclosan with respect to its antistaphylogenic efficacy. In light of this, the combination of the two active substances in very low concentrations offers a possible option of using the additive effects of the two substances to minimize the risk of side effects. In a uniform W/O emulsion carrier alternatively containing 0.3% triclosan combined with 0.34% chlorhexidine dihydrochloride or 2.0% triclosan, the antibacterial efficacy against Gram-positive skin bacteria could be proven in a preclinical comparison with a reference preparation containing fusidic acid. Subsequently, the pathogen-reducing effect was examined in a clinical study of the influence on clinical severity in patients with atopic dermatitis. Both investigation methods showed that the two test preparations were slightly inferior to the reference preparation, but result in the same degree of pathogen reduction and improvement in the severity of existing atopic dermatitis in direct comparison. The overall results support the conclusion that a combination of triclosan and chlorhexidine in low concentrations as well as the existing antiseptic standard of a 2% triclosan preparation are suitable for pathogen reduction and thus for improving atopic dermatitis.
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Abeck D. Topische Calcineurin-Inhibitoren bei atopischem Ekzem - Contra. Dtsch Med Wochenschr 2006; 131:1615. [PMID: 16823714 DOI: 10.1055/s-2006-947808] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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Gauger A, Fischer S, Mempel M, Schaefer T, Foelster-Holst R, Abeck D, Ring J. Efficacy and functionality of silver-coated textiles in patients with atopic eczema. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2006. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1468-3083.2006.01606.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Gauger A, Fischer S, Mempel M, Schaefer T, Foelster-Holst R, Abeck D, Ring J. Efficacy and functionality of silver-coated textiles in patients with atopic eczema. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2006; 20:534-41. [PMID: 16684280 DOI: 10.1111/j.1468-3083.2006.01526.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 55] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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BACKGROUND Microbial skin colonization with Staphylococcus aureus is known to play an important role in atopic eczema (AE). Recently, an antibacterial effect of silver-coated textiles on S. aureus colonization has been demonstrated. OBJECTIVES To investigate clinical efficacy and functionality of silver-coated textiles in AE, a multicentre, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial was conducted. PATIENTS/METHODS From November 2001 to August 2002, 68 consecutive outpatients clinically diagnosed with generalized AE were included in the study. Inclusion criteria were the clinical diagnosis of AE with a moderate severity as measured by the scoring of atopic dermatitis (SCORAD) index with at least 20. Patients were instructed to wear either silver-coated (verum, 35 patients + 2 dropouts) or cotton garments (placebo, 22 patients + 9 dropouts) directly on the skin for 2 weeks. Only basic skin care and ongoing therapy with topical steroids or oral antihistamines was permitted. Clinical severity was assessed using the 'SCORAD' before, during and at the end of study. Quality of life (QOL), wearing comfort (WC) and functionality (FU) of study clothes were measured in parallel. Patients documented their subjective and objective symptoms daily. RESULTS In the verum group, eczema improved significantly after 1 week with further enhancement until the end of study (P = 0.03 and P < 0.001). Silver-coated textiles were comparable to cotton in WC and FU. Pruritus and self-assigned skin condition improved significantly more than with placebo (P < 0.001 and P = 0.003). CONCLUSIONS In conclusion, silver-coated textiles are able to improve objective and subjective symptoms of AE significantly within 2 weeks, showing a good wearing comfort and functionality comparable to cotton.
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Abeck D, Klövekorn W, Danesch U. Behandlung des atopischen Ekzems bei Kindern mit einer pflanzlichen Heilsalbe - Ergebnisse einer offenen Studie mit Ekzevowen® derma. AKTUELLE DERMATOLOGIE 2005. [DOI: 10.1055/s-2005-870177] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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Gauger A, Ronet C, Schnopp C, Abeck D, Hein R, Köhn FM, Ring J, Ollert M, Mempel M. High local interleukin 5 production in granuloma faciale (eosinophilicum): role of clonally expanded skin-specific CD4+ cells. Br J Dermatol 2005; 153:454-7. [PMID: 16086773 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2133.2005.06752.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Eberlein-König B, Vogel M, Katzer K, Hein R, Köhn FM, Ring J, Abeck D. Successful UVA1 phototherapy in a patient with scleredema adultorum. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2005; 19:203-4. [PMID: 15752291 DOI: 10.1111/j.1468-3083.2005.00935.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Scleredema adultorum is a rare connective tissue disorder of unknown cause. Both bath-PUVA and cream-PUVA therapy were reported to be effective. We describe a patient with scleredema adultorum who showed a striking clinical improvement with a medium-dose UVA1 phototherapy (single dose, 50 J/cm(2); 35 treatments).
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Eberlein-König B, Mempel M, Stahlecker J, Forer I, Ring J, Abeck D. Disseminated granuloma annulare--treatment with fumaric acid esters. Dermatology 2005; 210:223-6. [PMID: 15785051 DOI: 10.1159/000083514] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/03/2004] [Accepted: 09/24/2004] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The therapy of disseminated granuloma annulare has often limited success. Treatment of granuloma annulare with fumaric acid esters (FAE) has recently been reported to be effective in 2 patients. OBJECTIVES To assess the efficacy of a systemic therapy with FAE in consecutive patients with disseminated granuloma annulare. METHODS Eight patients with disseminated granuloma annulare were treated with FAE in tablet form according to the standard therapy regimen used in psoriasis. The colour and the elevation of the skin lesions were assessed by a visual analogue scale before and after therapy. RESULTS Systemic therapy with FAE induced a significant clinical improvement in elevation and colour of skin lesions, with remission in 3 and partial remission in 4 patients. One patient remained unchanged. Side-effects associated with the therapy were seen in 6 patients. CONCLUSIONS Systemic therapy with FAE can be effective in patients suffering from disseminated forms of granuloma annulare, but side-effects of FAE have to be taken into consideration.
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Schnopp C, Tzaneva S, Mempel M, Schulmeister K, Abeck D, Tanew A. UVA1 phototherapy for disseminated granuloma annulare. PHOTODERMATOLOGY PHOTOIMMUNOLOGY & PHOTOMEDICINE 2005; 21:68-71. [PMID: 15752123 DOI: 10.1111/j.1600-0781.2005.00145.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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BACKGROUND/PURPOSE Disseminated granuloma annulare is a benign granulomatous skin disease of unknown etiology. Recently, UVA1 (340-400 nm) phototherapy has been found effective in a small series of four patients. The purpose of this two-center study was to determine the rate and duration of clinical response to UVA1 phototherapy in a larger cohort of 20 patients with disseminated granuloma annulare. METHODS Twenty patients with long-standing, stable disease (median 42 months, 95% CI 23-105) underwent UVA1 phototherapy. Sixteen patients were treated with a high-dose regimen (median single dose 110 J/cm2, 95% CI 103-121) and four patients with a medium-dose regimen (median single dose 50 J/cm2, CI 50-50). The clinical response was graded on a 5-point scale [0 = none, 1 = poor, 2 = moderate, 3 = substantial, 4 = (near) complete]. After cessation of therapy, patients with a clinical score of 3 or 4 were followed up to evaluate the duration of clinical improvement. RESULTS At the end of treatment, five patients each had substantial improvement or (near) complete clearance. Another five patients had a moderate response, three patients were considered as poor responders and two patients as treatment failures. Out of the 10 patients with good or excellent response nine were available for follow up. Of these, two patients were still clear after 3 and 6 months, and seven patients relapsed after a median of 3 months (95% CI 1.68-6.46). CONCLUSIONS UVA1 phototherapy provided good or excellent results in half of our 20 patients with disseminated granuloma annulare. In the majority of patients with a satisfactory response, however, discontinuation of treatment was followed by early recurrence of disease.
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Katsambas A, Abeck D, Haneke E, van de Kerkhof P, Burzykowski T, Molenberghs G, Marynissen G. The effects of foot disease on quality of life: results of the Achilles Project. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2005; 19:191-5. [PMID: 15752289 DOI: 10.1111/j.1468-3083.2004.01136.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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BACKGROUND Foot diseases have a high prevalence in the general population, but their impact on quality of life has not been assessed in large-scale studies. The Achilles Project surveyed foot disease in patients visiting their primary care physician or dermatologist. METHODS A total of 43 593 patients were asked about the impact of their condition on their quality of life: pain, discomfort in walking, limitations in daily activities, and embarrassment. RESULTS Overall, 52.5% of patients had some aspect of their quality of life affected by their foot disease. More specifically, 30.7% of patients experienced pain, 40.3% had discomfort in walking, 19.6% had their daily activities limited, and 27.3% were embarrassed. The survey indicated a larger impact of foot disease on the quality of life of women vs. men in all categories, except for daily activities. Similarly, the elderly (> or = 65 years) were more affected by their foot disease, although they suffered no more embarrassment than other age groups. Participation in sports seemed to lower the proportion of patients who had their quality of life adversely affected. Non-fungal foot diseases, particularly ulcer and gangrene, are more likely to cause pain, discomfort in walking and limit daily activities, than fungal diseases. CONCLUSIONS In general, non-fungal foot diseases caused pain, discomfort in walking and limitations in daily activities in more patients than fungal foot diseases, but a higher proportion of patients with fungal foot diseases were embarrassed by their condition than patients with non-fungal foot diseases. The study found that the impact of foot disease on quality of life may be greater than previously suggested. Given that effective treatments are available, routine examination of patients' feet by dermatologists and primary care physicians may help to reduce the burden of these foot conditions.
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M�hrenschlager M, Richter D, Weigl LB, Schnopp C, Cremer H, Ring J, Abeck D. Postpartale thermische Sch�den der Knieregion durch W�rmflaschen. Monatsschr Kinderheilkd 2004. [DOI: 10.1007/s00112-003-0752-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Grimm V, Möhrenschlager M, Schuhmachers E, Abeck D, Engst R, Ring J. Hourglass-like leuconychia in congenital lamellar ichthyosis. Br J Dermatol 2004; 150:619-20. [PMID: 15030366 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2133.2004.05840.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Burzykowski T, Molenberghs G, Abeck D, Haneke E, Hay R, Katsambas A, Roseeuw D, van de Kerkhof P, van Aelst R, Marynissen G. High prevalence of foot diseases in Europe: results of the Achilles Project. Mycoses 2004; 46:496-505. [PMID: 14641624 DOI: 10.1046/j.0933-7407.2003.00933.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 134] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To provide an insight into the prevalence of foot disease in Europe, and to include an assessment of the prevalence of predisposing factors and their correlation with foot disease. DESIGN Large population-based survey conducted in 16 European countries. SETTING The project consisted of two parts (study I and study II), in which all patients presenting to general practitioners and dermatologists over a defined time period were invited to participate. Patients. In study I, 70,497 patients presenting to dermatologists or general practitioners were recruited, and in study II 19,588 patients presenting to dermatologists were recruited. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURE The feet of all participants were examined for signs of foot disease. The assessors also recorded relevant details such as the age and sex of patients, and the presence of predisposing factors for foot disease. In addition, patients in study II were offered a free mycological examination of the toenails and skin on the feet. RESULTS In study I, 57.0% of patients had at least one foot disease. In study II, 61.3% had at least one foot disease. The proportions of patients with fungal foot disease and non-fungal foot disease in study I were 34.9% and 38.4%, respectively, and in study II were 40.6% and 41.7%, respectively. Orthopedic conditions and metatarsal corns were the most frequently reported non-fungal foot diseases, and onychomycosis and tinea pedis were the most frequently observed fungal infections. CONCLUSIONS This large-scale survey suggests that the prevalence of fungal and non-fungal foot disease is higher than previously estimated.
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