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Mielech-Łukasiewicz K. Determination of Terbinafine at a Boron-Doped Diamond (BDD) Electrode Modified with Polypyrrole and γ-Cyclodextrin by Square Wave Voltammetry (SWV). ANAL LETT 2023. [DOI: 10.1080/00032719.2022.2164587] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/12/2023]
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Rathore SS, Sathiyamoorthy J, Lalitha C, Ramakrishnan J. A holistic review on Cryptococcus neoformans. Microb Pathog 2022; 166:105521. [DOI: 10.1016/j.micpath.2022.105521] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2021] [Revised: 04/06/2022] [Accepted: 04/06/2022] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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Sharma B, Nonzom S. Superficial mycoses, a matter of concern: Global and Indian scenario-an updated analysis. Mycoses 2021; 64:890-908. [PMID: 33665915 DOI: 10.1111/myc.13264] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/27/2020] [Revised: 02/25/2021] [Accepted: 02/26/2021] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
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Superficial mycoses of skin, nails and hair are among the common fungal infections. They are caused by dermatophytes, non-dermatophyte moulds, yeasts and yeast-like fungi. Such fungal infections are widespread all over the world and are predominant in tropical as well as subtropical regions. Environmental factors, such as warm, humid and pitiable hygienic conditions, are conducive for their growth and proliferation. Although it does not cause mortality, it is known to be associated with excessive morbidity which may be psychological or physical. This affects the quality of life of the infected individuals which leads to a negative impact on their occupational, emotional and social status. Such infections are increasing on a global scale and, therefore, are of serious concern worldwide. This review article covers the global and Indian scenario of superficial mycoses taking into account the historical background, aetiological agents, prevalence, cultural and environmental factors, risk factors, pathogenesis and hygienic practices for the prevention of superficial mycoses.
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- Bharti Sharma
- Department of Botany, University of Jammu, Jammu, Jammu and Kashmir, India
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- Department of Botany, University of Jammu, Jammu, Jammu and Kashmir, India
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Abdel-Lateef MA, Derayea SM, El-Deen DAMN, Almahri A, Oraby M. Investigating the interaction of terbinafine with xanthenes dye for its feasible determination applying the resonance Rayleigh scattering technique. ROYAL SOCIETY OPEN SCIENCE 2021; 8:201545. [PMID: 33614086 PMCID: PMC7890510 DOI: 10.1098/rsos.201545] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2020] [Accepted: 12/02/2020] [Indexed: 05/21/2023]
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Terbinafine hydrochloride is a potent antifungal drug indicated for oral and topical treatment of mycoses. A resonance Rayleigh scattering (RRS) method was developed for the determination of terbinafine hydrochloride through a feasible complexation reaction with erythrosine B. In a weakly acidic medium (acetate buffer, pH 5.0), terbinafine hydrochloride can react with erythrosine B through the electrostatic attraction and virtue of hydrophobic force to form an ion-association complex. The reaction resulted in the appearance of a new RRS peak at 369 nm. The RRS peak was increased by increasing the concentration of terbinafine hydrochloride in the linear range of 0.1-1.5 µg ml-1. All the reaction conditions (erythrosine B concentration, buffer volume, diluting solvent and pH) were optimized. The detection limit was 0.029 µg ml-1 while the quantitation limit was 0.089 µg ml-1. The suggested method after its validation was successfully applied for the determination of terbinafine hydrochloride in different pharmaceutical formulations (tablets and cream) with sufficient recovery.
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- Mohamed A. Abdel-Lateef
- Department of Pharmaceutical Analytical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Al-Azhar University, Assiut Branch, Assiut 71524, Egypt
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- Department of Analytical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Minia University, Minia 61519, Egypt
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- General Courses Unit, Faculty of Sciences and Arts, King Khalid University, Dhahran Aljanoub, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Analytical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Sohag University, Sohag 82524, Egypt
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Sav H, Baris A, Turan D, Altinbas R, Sen S. The frequency, antifungal susceptibility and enzymatic profiles of Candida species in cases of onychomycosis infection. Microb Pathog 2018; 116:257-262. [PMID: 29378232 DOI: 10.1016/j.micpath.2018.01.036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/09/2017] [Revised: 12/04/2017] [Accepted: 01/22/2018] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Although the frequency of candidal onychomycosis is increasing daily, there is little information in literature about the epidemiology, pathogenesis, and antifungal susceptibility of this dermatological disease. This study aimed to provide information about the epidemiology, pathogenesis, and azole susceptibility of Candida species isolated from patients living in a region with continental climate. After identification of the isolated strains using conventional methods, proteinase and phospholipase activities were determined by a plate method and biofilm-forming ability was determined using the microplate method. Susceptibility of the same species to fluconazole (FLU), voriconazole (VRC), miconazole (MNZ), itraconazole (ITZ), and ketoconazole (KTZ) were determined by microdilution method. The 50 Candida isolates included 23 C. parapsilosis (46%), 13 C. albicans (26%), 4 C. guilliermondii(8%), 4 C.tropicalis (8%), 2 C.krusei(2%), 1 C.lusitaniae (2%), 1 C. sake (2%), and 1 C. kefyr (2%) isolates. The geometric mean (GM) of the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) for FLU, KTZ, VRC, MNZ, and ITZ was 0.4 μg/mL, 0.08 μg/mL, 0.08 μg/mL, 0.2 μg/mL, and 0.6 μg/mL, respectively. Proteinase, phospholipase, and biofilm-forming ability were detected in 18%(9/50), 20%(10/50), and 6%(3/50) of the Candida isolates, respectively. We found that the most frequently isolated species is C.parapsilosis. On the basis of the GM values, the most effective azoles are ketoconazole and voriconazole. The isolated Candida species exhibited low phospholipase, proteinase, and biofilm formation activities.
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- Hafize Sav
- Division of Mycology, Kayseri Education and Research Hospital, Kayseri, Turkey.
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- Division of Mycology, Sisli Etfal Hamidiye Education and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Division of Mycology, Fatih Sultan Mehmet Education and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Division of Mycology, Kayseri Yunus Emre Hospital, Eskişehir, Turkey
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- Istanbul University, Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty, Department of Microbiology, Istanbul, Turkey
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Han SH, Hur MS, Kim MJ, Jung WH, Park M, Kim JH, Shin HJ, Choe YB, Ahn KJ, Lee YW. In Vitro Anti- Malassezia Activity of Castanea crenata Shell and Oil-Soluble Glycyrrhiza Extracts. Ann Dermatol 2017; 29:321-326. [PMID: 28566909 PMCID: PMC5438939 DOI: 10.5021/ad.2017.29.3.321] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/08/2016] [Revised: 08/22/2016] [Accepted: 08/29/2016] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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Background A new shampoo with anti-Malassezia properties obtained from various plants is required to provide seborrheic dermatitis patients with a wider range of treatment options. Objective The aim of this study was to obtain in vitro susceptibility profiles of Malassezia restricta and M. globosa, the most important pathogenic organisms in the development of seborrheic dermatitis, to the plant extracts used in commercial anti-dandruff shampoos. Methods Minimal inhibitory concentrations (MICs) were determined for eight candidate plant extracts and two plant-derived natural products diluted with Leeming and Notman medium to final concentrations of 0.016 to 1 mg/ml. Results Castanea crenata shell, Camellia sinensis leaf, and oil-soluble Glycyrrhiza extracts presented relatively low MIC values (≤0.5 mg/ml) against both strains. The C. crenata shell and oil-soluble Glycyrrhiza extracts demonstrated especially high anti-Malassezia activity, suggesting their potential use in the treatment of seborrheic dermatitis. The extracts also showed fungistatic activity against other common facultative pathogenic yeasts, Cryptococcus and Candida. Conclusion C. crenata shell and oil-soluble Glycyrrhiza extracts could potentially be used as active ingredients in anti-seborrheic and anti-dandruff shampoo formulations. They could be helpful for repeated treatments and regular prophylaxis of scalp seborrheic dermatitis.
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- Song Hee Han
- Department of Dermatology, Konkuk University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Dermatology, Konkuk University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Dermatology, Konkuk University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Systems Biotechnology, Chung-Ang University, Anseong, Korea
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- Department of Systems Biotechnology, Chung-Ang University, Anseong, Korea
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- Department of Dermatology, Konkuk University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.,Research Institute of Medical Science, Konkuk University, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Dermatology, Konkuk University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.,Research Institute of Medical Science, Konkuk University, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Dermatology, Konkuk University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.,Research Institute of Medical Science, Konkuk University, Seoul, Korea
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Gracia-Cazaña T, Sánchez Salas MP, Padgett E, Muñiz G. Pitiriasis versicolor simulando tricostasis espinulosa. Rev Iberoam Micol 2016; 33:258-259. [DOI: 10.1016/j.riam.2016.01.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2015] [Revised: 01/13/2016] [Accepted: 01/18/2016] [Indexed: 10/21/2022] Open
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Kanakapura B, Penmatsa VK. Analytical methods for determination of terbinafine hydrochloride in pharmaceuticals and biological materials. J Pharm Anal 2016; 6:137-149. [PMID: 29403974 PMCID: PMC5762490 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpha.2016.01.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2015] [Revised: 01/17/2016] [Accepted: 01/25/2016] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Terbinafine is a new powerful antifungal agent indicated for both oral and topical treatment of mycosessince. It is highly effective in the treatment of determatomycoses. The chemical and pharmaceutical analysis of the drug requires effective analytical methods for quality control and pharmacodynamic and pharmacokinetic studies. Ever since it was introduced as an effective antifungal agent, many methods have been developed and validated for its assay in pharmaceuticals and biological materials. This article reviews the various methods reported during the last 25 years.
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- Basavaiah Kanakapura
- Department of Chemistry, University of Mysore, Manasagangotri, Mysore 570006, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Mysore, Manasagangotri, Mysore 570006, Karnataka, India
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Arendrup M, Boekhout T, Akova M, Meis J, Cornely O, Lortholary O. ESCMID† and ECMM‡ joint clinical guidelines for the diagnosis and management of rare invasive yeast infections. Clin Microbiol Infect 2014; 20 Suppl 3:76-98. [DOI: 10.1111/1469-0691.12360] [Citation(s) in RCA: 350] [Impact Index Per Article: 35.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2013] [Revised: 08/16/2013] [Accepted: 08/16/2013] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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Cömert A, Akbaş B, Kılıç EZ, Akın Ö, Gökçe E, Göktuna Z, Taşkapan O. Psychiatric comorbidities and alexithymia in patients with seborrheic dermatitis: a questionnaire study in Turkey. Am J Clin Dermatol 2013; 14:335-42. [PMID: 23609607 DOI: 10.1007/s40257-013-0019-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The aim of the study was to determine the levels of anxiety, depression, and obsessive-compulsive symptoms in patients with seborrheic dermatitis (SD) compared with healthy subjects. Additionally, we aimed to investigate the presence of alexithymia among patients and its association with these psychiatric comorbidities. METHODS A total of 117 consecutive adult patients (66 male, 51 female) with SD and 95 age- and gender-matched healthy controls selected from the community (46 male, 49 female) were enrolled in the study. The demographic characteristics of the patients were recorded. The clinical severity of the disease was assessed according to the Seborrheic Dermatitis Area and Severity Index (SDASI) scoring system. Both patients and controls were evaluated by the validated Turkish versions of the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS), Maudsley Obsessive Compulsive Inventory (MOCI), and Toronto Alexithymia Scale (TAS-26). RESULTS There were no statistically significant differences between the patient and control groups regarding the mean scores of depressive or obsessive-compulsive symptoms or alexithymia (all p > 0.05). However, anxiety scores in patients with SD were higher than in controls (p = 0.001). No significant relationship was present between anxiety and disease severity nor disease duration (p > 0.05). Thirty-eight patients with high anxiety scores were found to be more alexithymic (p = 0.000). CONCLUSION SD is one of the inflammatory skin disorders that is known to be triggered or aggravated by stress. However, little scientific evidence exists to confirm this view. In addition, very limited data are available about the presence of the personality profiles leading to emotional dysregulation such as alexithymia and concurrent psychiatric disorders in patients with SD. Our study showed that anxiety levels were significantly higher in patients with SD compared with healthy controls but there was no significant association with alexithymia, depression, or obsessive-compulsive symptom levels. Dermatologists should be particularly vigilant to the possibility of concurrent psychiatric morbidity in patients with SD in order to improve patients' well-being.
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- Asuman Cömert
- Department of Dermatology, School of Medicine, Yeditepe University, Devlet Yolu Ankara Cad. No: 102/104, Kozyatağı, 34752 Istanbul, Turkey.
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Youngchim S, Nosanchuk JD, Pornsuwan S, Kajiwara S, Vanittanakom N. The role of L-DOPA on melanization and mycelial production in Malassezia furfur. PLoS One 2013; 8:e63764. [PMID: 23762233 PMCID: PMC3676409 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0063764] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/27/2012] [Accepted: 04/05/2013] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Melanins are synthesized by organisms of all biological kingdoms and comprise a heterogeneous class of natural pigments. Certain of these polymers have been implicated in the pathogenesis of several important human fungal pathogens. This study investigated whether the fungal skin pathogen Malassezia furfur produces melanin or melanin-like compounds. A melanin-binding monoclonal antibody (MAb) labelled in vitro cultivated yeast cells of M. furfur. In addition, melanization of Malassezia yeasts and hyphae was detected by anti-melanin MAb in scrapings from patients with pityriasis versicolor. Treatment of Malassezia yeasts with proteolytic enzymes, denaturant and concentrated hot acid yielded dark particles and electron spin resonance spectroscopy revealed that these particles contained a stable free radical compound, consistent with their identification as melanins. Malassezia yeasts required phenolic compounds, such as L-DOPA, in order to synthesize melanin. L-DOPA also triggered hyphal formation in vitro when combined with kojic acid, a tyrosinase inhibitor, in a dose-dependent manner. In this respect, L-DOPA is thought to be an essential substance that is linked to both melanization and yeast-mycelial transformation in M. furfur. In summary, M. furfur can produce melanin or melanin-like compounds in vitro and in vivo, and the DOPA melanin pathway is involved in cell wall melanization.
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- Sirida Youngchim
- Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai, Thailand.
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Kim DM, Lee MH, Suh MK, Ha GY, Kim H, Choi JS. Onychomycosis Caused by Chaetomium globosum. Ann Dermatol 2013; 25:232-6. [PMID: 23717019 PMCID: PMC3662921 DOI: 10.5021/ad.2013.25.2.232] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2011] [Revised: 09/09/2011] [Accepted: 10/01/2011] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Onychomycosis is usually caused by dermatophytes, but some nondermatophytic molds and yeasts are also associated with invasion of nails. The genus Chaetomium is a dematiaceous nondermatophytic mold found in soil and plant debris as a saprophytic fungus. We report the first Korean case of onychomycosis caused by Chaetomium globosum in a 35-year-old male. The patient showed brownish-yellow discoloration and subungual hyperkeratosis on the right toenails (1st and 5th) and left toenails (1st and 4th). Direct microscopic examination of scraping on the potassium hydroxide preparation revealed septate hyphae and repeated cultures on Sabouraud's dextrose agar (SDA) without cycloheximide slants showed the same fast-growing colonies, which were initially velvety white then turned to dark gray to brown. However, there was no growth of colony on SDA with cycloheximide slants. Brown-colored septated hyphae, perithecia and ascospores were shown in the slide culture. The DNA sequence of internal transcribed spacer region of the clinical sample was a 100% match to that of C. globosum strain ATCC 6205 (GenBank accession number EF524036.1). We confirmed C. globosum by KOH mount, colony, and light microscopic morphology and DNA sequence analysis. The patient was treated with 250 mg oral terbinafine daily and topical amorolfine 5% nail lacquer for 3 months.
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- Dong Min Kim
- Department of Dermatology, College of Medicine, Dongguk University, Gyeongju, Korea
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Jang WS, Son IP, Yeo IK, Park KY, Li K, Kim BJ, Seo SJ, Kim MN, Hong CK. The annual changes of clinical manifestation of androgenetic alopecia clinic in korean males and females: a outpatient-based study. Ann Dermatol 2013; 25:181-8. [PMID: 23717009 PMCID: PMC3662911 DOI: 10.5021/ad.2013.25.2.181] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/02/2011] [Revised: 12/28/2011] [Accepted: 03/17/2012] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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Background Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is characterized by the local and gradual transformation of terminal scalp hair into vellus hair, which has a shorter and thinner shaft. There are no studies that analyze annual changes in age, patterns, family history, and associated disease. Objective We investigated the severity of hair loss, age of onset, the frequency of family history, and past medical histories in Korean patients with AGA. Methods A retrospective chart review was performed to identify all patients with AGA referred to the Dermatology Clinic at Chung-Ang University Hospital from January 2006 to December 2010. Results The age of onset was also gradually decreased from 34.1±10.1 years to 31.6±10.9 years between 2006 and 2010. In female patients, specific annual changes were not observed. Hamilton-Norwood Type IIIv AGA was most common in male patients and Ludwig Type I AGA was most common in female patients at all times between 2006 and 2010. The majority of patients with AGA had a family history of baldness and was most commonly associated with a paternal pattern of inheritance. Seborrheic dermatitis was the most common associated disease in male and female patients. Conclusion Our results show the possibilities that the average age of onset is decreasing. The period of the present study was only 5 years, which is not sufficient for the precise determination of onset age for AGA. Clearly, a long-term study is needed.
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- Woo Sun Jang
- Department of Dermatology, College of Medicine, Chung-Ang University, Seoul, Korea
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Valerio C, Perillo T, Brescia L, Russo FG. Antifungal Agents in Current Pediatric Practice. Curr Infect Dis Rep 2013; 15:278-87. [DOI: 10.1007/s11908-013-0337-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Comparative study on keratin structural changes in onychomycosis and normal human finger nail specimens by Raman spectroscopy. J Mol Struct 2013. [DOI: 10.1016/j.molstruc.2013.01.051] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Onychomycosis is usually caused by dermatophytes, but some species of nondermatophytic molds and yeasts are also associated with nail invasion. Aspergillus niger is a nondermatophytic mold which exists as an opportunistic filamentous fungus in all environments. Here, we report a case of onychomycosis caused by A. niger in a 66-year-old female. The patient presented with a black discoloration and a milky white base and onycholysis on the proximal portion of the right thumb nail. Direct microscopic examination of scrapings after potassium hydroxide (KOH) preparation revealed dichotomous septate hyphae. Repeated cultures on Sabouraud's dextrose agar (SDA) without cycloheximide produced the same black velvety colonies. No colony growth occurred on SDA with cycloheximide slants. Biseriate phialides covering the entire vesicle with radiate conidial heads were observed on the slide culture. The DNA sequence of the internal transcribed spacer region of the clinical sample was a 100% match to that of A. niger strain ATCC 16888 (GenBank accession number AY373852). A. niger was confirmed by KOH mount, colony identification, light microscopic morphology, and DNA sequence analysis. The patient was treated orally with 250 mg terbinafine daily and topical amorolfine 5% nail lacquer for 3 months. As a result, the patient was completely cured clinically and mycologically.
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- Dong Min Kim
- Department of Dermatology, College of Medicine, Dongguk University, Gyeongju, Korea
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Mirhendi H, Fatemi MJ, Bateni H, Hajabdolbaghi M, Geramishoar M, Ahmadi B, Badali H. First case of disseminated phaeohyphomycosis in an immunocompetent individual due to Alternaria malorum. Med Mycol 2012; 51:196-202. [PMID: 22871097 DOI: 10.3109/13693786.2012.707338] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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A 27-year-old Iranian, previously healthy male presented with sub-cutaneous necrotic lesions with a localized dermatosis affecting the anterior chest, neck and face. These lesions consisted of singular, well-defined verrucous plaques which gradually developed and disseminated over time. The dermatosis was followed by the development of necrotic swollen lesions localized on the hard palate. The patient did not recall any history of trauma or puncture at any of the sites of infection. While histopathological examination of periodic acid-Schiff (PAS) stained material revealed irregular, unbranched, septate hyphae, direct examination (KOH 10%) of lesion samples demonstrated the presence of septate indistinct brownish hyphae. Alternaria malorum was isolated (CBS 126589) and its identity was confirmed by sequencing of the internal transcribed spacer (ITS rDNA). Since the palate lesion reoccurred after 10 years and the patient's condition did not improve with amphotericin B combination therapy, the lesion was surgical excised and he underwent antifungal therapy with amphotericin B and itraconazole. There was no dehiscence or fistula formation or any evidence of relapse of fungal infection during a one year follow-up and the patient was successfully cured. In vitro antifungal susceptibility tests revealed that the MIC values for those antifungals employed in this case were amphotericin B (0.125 μg/ml), fluconazole (32 μg/ml), itraconazole (0.125 μg/ml), voriconazole (1 μg/ml), and posaconazole (0.063 μg/ml). The MECs for caspofungin and anidulafungin were 0.25 μg/ml and 0.016 μg/ml, respectively. However, treatment of A. malorum infections with the latter agents remains to be evaluated.
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- Hossein Mirhendi
- Department of Medical Parasitology and Mycology, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Hwang SM, Suh MK, Ha GY. Onychomycosis due to nondermatophytic molds. Ann Dermatol 2012; 24:175-80. [PMID: 22577268 PMCID: PMC3346908 DOI: 10.5021/ad.2012.24.2.175] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/13/2011] [Revised: 07/19/2011] [Accepted: 08/12/2011] [Indexed: 01/19/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Although there have been many studies about onychomycosis due to nondermatophytic molds (NDM), few studies about etiologic agents including NDM in onychomycosis have been reported in Korea. OBJECTIVE This study investigated onychomycosis due to NDM in the Gyeongju area of Korea. METHODS In the 10-year period from 1999~2009, we reviewed 59 patients with onychomycosis due to NDM. The etiologic agents were identified by cultures on Sabouraud's Dextrose agar with and without cycloheximide. In some cases, internal transcribed spacer sequence analysis was done. NDM isolated considered pathogens when the presence of fungal elements was identified by direct microscopy observation and in follow-up cultures yielding the same fungi. RESULTS Onychomycosis due to NDM comprised 2.3% of all onychomycosis. Of the 59 patients with onychomycosis due to NDM, 84.7% were toenail onychomycosis and 15.3% were fingernail onychomycosis. The incidence rate was highest in the fifth decade (27.1%). The ratio of male to female patients was 1:1.6. The frequency of associated diseases, in descending order, was hypertension, diabetes mellitus, and cerebral hematoma. Distal and lateral subungual onychomycosis (86.4%) was the most common clinical type of onychomycosis. Aspergillus spp. was the most frequently isolated etiologic agent of onychomycosis due to NDM (83.0%). Other causative agents were Scopulariopsis brevicaulis (10.2%), Acremonium spp. (3.4%), Fusarium solani (1.7%), and Chaetomium globosum (1.7%). CONCLUSION Because of the increase in onychomycosis due to NDM, we suggest the need of a careful mycological examination in patients with onychomycosis.
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- Sung Min Hwang
- Department of Dermatology, Dongguk University College of Medicine, Gyeongju, Korea
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW Malassezia yeasts are associated with a number of dermatologic and systemic diseases in humans and animals. Pityriasis versicolor is amongst these diseases and represents one of the most common human skin diseases. Beyond that, the role of Malassezia yeasts in the pathogenesis of other skin diseases such as psoriasis, seborrheic dermatitis and confluent and reticulate papillomatosis is discussed but remains less clear. Clear pathogenetic mechanisms of the above-mentioned diseases are not known so far. The review presents new findings on virulence factors of Malassezia yeasts, shedding light on the pathogenesis of Malassezia-associated diseases. RECENT FINDINGS Several virulence factors in Malassezia yeasts are known, based on their enzymatic lipolytic activity resulting in the production of distinct metabolites and special cell wall features. Recently, a secondary metabolic pathway possibly implicated in the pathogenesis of pityriasis versicolor was described. SUMMARY The article presents virulence factors of Malassezia yeasts ranging from irritant metabolic byproducts to highly bioactive indole derivatives and attempts to clarify their pathogenic implications in the different diseases. Special emphasis is given to the pathogenesis of pityriasis versicolor, as it represents the disease wherein the causative relationship with Malassezia yeasts appears the most obvious.
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- Wiebke Hort
- Department of Dermatology, Justus Liebig University, Giessen, Germany
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Guillon R, Pagniez F, Giraud F, Crépin D, Picot C, Le Borgne M, Morio F, Duflos M, Logé C, Le Pape P. Design, Synthesis, and in vitro Antifungal Activity of 1-[(4-Substituted-benzyl)methylamino]-2-(2,4-difluorophenyl)-3-(1H-1,2,4-triazol-1-yl)propan-2-ols. ChemMedChem 2011; 6:816-25. [DOI: 10.1002/cmdc.201000530] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/09/2010] [Revised: 01/17/2011] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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Akcaglar S, Ener B, Toker SC, Ediz B, Tunali S, Tore O. A comparative study of dermatophyte infections in Bursa, Turkey. Med Mycol 2011; 49:602-7. [PMID: 21198349 DOI: 10.3109/13693786.2010.547879] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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A total of 555 specimens from 372 patients with symptoms compatible with superficial mycosis were included in this study. Those from patients clinically diagnosed as having dermatomycosis were thoroughly investigated by mycological examinations in the laboratory, including microscopic studies of KOH mounts and cultivation of the samples in culture. The results of this study and a previous study in our hospital conducted in 1980 were compared with respect to clinical presentation and etiological agents. Onychomycosis was the most common clinical form of dermatomycoses, and Trichophyton rubrum was the most common pathogen in this study.
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- Sevim Akcaglar
- Department of Microbiology and Infectious Diseases, Uludag University School of Medicine, Bursa, Turkey
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Ben Salah I, Makni F, Cheikhrouhou F, Neji S, Sellami H, Ayadi A. Les levures du genre Malassezia : pathologie, milieux d’isolement et d’identification. J Mycol Med 2010. [DOI: 10.1016/j.mycmed.2009.11.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Innocenti A, Hall RA, Schlicker C, Scozzafava A, Steegborn C, Mühlschlegel FA, Supuran CT. Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors. Inhibition and homology modeling studies of the fungal β-carbonic anhydrase from Candida albicans with sulfonamides. Bioorg Med Chem 2009; 17:4503-9. [DOI: 10.1016/j.bmc.2009.05.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2009] [Revised: 04/29/2009] [Accepted: 05/04/2009] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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- David de Berker
- Bristol Dermatology Centre, Bristol Royal Infirmary, University Hospitals Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom.
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Antoniewicz L, Relijc D, Poitschek C, Presterl E, Geusau A. Mucosal Candida infection and colonisation as well as associated risk factors in solid organ transplant recipients. Eur J Clin Microbiol Infect Dis 2009; 28:945-57. [PMID: 19340468 DOI: 10.1007/s10096-009-0730-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/18/2008] [Accepted: 03/14/2009] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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More detailed information on Candida colonisation and infection of the mucous membranes in organ transplant recipients (OTR) is of particular interest. Therefore, this issue was prospectively evaluated in 400 different OTR in different posttransplantation periods as well as in 405 healthy age- and sex-matched controls. In addition, possible risk factors and the clinical condition in the OTR were evaluated. Independent of the transplanted organ there is a statistically significant decrease in the number of positive culture results, of symptomatic candidiasis and an increase of isolated non-albicans Candida species corresponding to length of the posttransplantation period. No significant differences could be observed in the OTR in association with different immunosuppressive regimen; however, higher dosages of corticosteroids and tacrolimus correlated with symptomatic candidiasis. As Candida spp. may also cause systemic infection and dissemination, additional knowledge about cofactors and associated strains may have an impact on therapeutic decisions.
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- L Antoniewicz
- Department of Dermatology Division of Immunology, Allergy and Infectious Diseases (DIAID), Medical University of Vienna, Waehringer Gürtel 18-20, 1090 Vienna, Austria
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Zuther K, Mayser P, Hettwer U, Wu W, Spiteller P, Kindler BLJ, Karlovsky P, Basse CW, Schirawski J. The tryptophan aminotransferase Tam1 catalyses the single biosynthetic step for tryptophan-dependent pigment synthesis in Ustilago maydis. Mol Microbiol 2008; 68:152-72. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2958.2008.06144.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 45] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/23/2023]
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Veraldi S, Menter A, Innocenti M. Treatment of mild to moderate seborrhoeic dermatitis with MAS064D (Sebclair®), a novel topical medical device: results of a pilot, randomized, double-blind, controlled trial. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2008; 22:290-6. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1468-3083.2007.02404.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Wang C, Mao Y, Wang D, Yang G, Qu Q, Hu X. Voltammetric determination of terbinafine in biological fluid at glassy carbon electrode modified by cysteic acid/carbon nanotubes composite film. Bioelectrochemistry 2008; 72:107-15. [DOI: 10.1016/j.bioelechem.2007.11.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/06/2007] [Revised: 11/28/2007] [Accepted: 11/28/2007] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Dinkela A, Ferié J, Mbata M, Schmid-Grendelmeier M, Hatz C. Efficacy of triclosan soap against superficial dermatomycoses: a double-blind clinical trial in 224 primary school-children in Kilombero District, Morogoro Region, Tanzania. Int J Dermatol 2007; 46 Suppl 2:23-8. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-4632.2007.03208.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Maraki S, Nioti E, Mantadakis E, Tselentis Y. A 7-year survey of dermatophytoses in Crete, Greece. Mycoses 2007; 50:481-4. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1439-0507.2007.01403.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Yazdanpanah MJ, Azizi H, Suizi B. Comparison between fluconazole and ketoconazole effectivity in the treatment of pityriasis versicolor. Mycoses 2007; 50:311-3. [PMID: 17576325 DOI: 10.1111/j.1439-0507.2007.01361.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Topical drugs are often effective in limited lesions of pityriasis versicolor; but in extensive cases, systemic drugs are more suitable. Previous studies have shown that ketoconazole and fluconazole are effective in 42-97% and 74-100% of lesions respectively. Our purpose was to compare the effectiveness of a single dose of 400 mg ketoconazole with two doses of 300 mg of fluconazole with 2 weeks interval. Ninety patients with extensive pityriasis versicolor (body involved area > or =25%) were randomly assigned to treatment with either a single dose of 400 mg of ketoconazole or with two doses of 300 mg of fluconazole with 2 weeks interval. One month after the treatment, the improvement rate and side effects were evaluated by clinical examination and questionnaire. Sixty cases (66.7%) completed the study. They were 51 males and nine females, with a mean age of 30 years. At the follow-up visit (1 month after the end of treatment), the improvement rate for ketoconazole (87.9%) was not significantly different from fluconazole (81.5%), (Fisher test: P = 0.37). Due to the hepatotoxicity of ketoconazole, fluconazole appears to be more suitable in the treatment of extensive pityriasis versicolor.
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Dematiaceous fungi are responsible for a wide variety of infectious syndromes. They are often found in soil and generally distributed worldwide. This suggests that most if not all individuals are exposed to them, presumably from inhalation or trauma. In recent years, these fungi have been increasingly recognised as important pathogens. The spectrum of diseases they are associated with has also broadened and includes superficial and deep local infections, allergic disease, pneumonia, brain abscess and disseminated infection. For some infections in immunocompetent individuals, such as allergic fungal sinusitis and brain abscess, they are among the most common aetiological agents. These fungi may have unique pathogenic mechanisms owing to the presence of melanin in their cell walls, which imparts the characteristic dark colour to their spores and hyphae. Diagnosis rests on careful microscopical and pathological examination, as there are no simple laboratory tests to reliably identify these fungi. Therapy depends upon the clinical syndrome. Local infection may be cured with excision alone, while systemic disease is often refractory to therapy. Azoles such as itraconazole and voriconazole have the most consistent in vitro activity, though there is more clinical experience with itraconazole. Further studies are needed to better understand the pathogenesis and optimal treatment of these uncommon infections.
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- Sanjay G Revankar
- Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Medicine, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center and Dallas Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Dallas, TX, USA.
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Onychomycosis is a common disease affecting as much as 8% of the general population. Treatment of onychomycosis is challenging, complicated by low cure rates and relatively high relapse rates. This paper reviews the efficacy of current oral, topical, and surgical treatment options. Currently, the treatment of choice for toenail onychomycosis is oral terbinafine because of its high efficacy, low relapse rates, and cost-effectiveness. Oral itraconazole or fluconazole could be considered for infections caused by Candida. Topical therapies may be a useful adjunct to these systemic therapies, but are less effective when used alone. More research is needed to determine the best measures for preventing reinfection.
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- Justin J Finch
- University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
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Avner S, Nir N, Henri T. Fifth toenail clinical response to systemic antifungal therapy is not a marker of successful therapy for other toenails with onychomycosis. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2006; 20:1194-6. [PMID: 17062030 DOI: 10.1111/j.1468-3083.2006.01728.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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BACKGROUND Onychodystrophy is a major manifestation of onychomycosis. However, nail trauma may also result in onychodystrophy. The fifth toenail, due to its location, suffers repeated friction/pressure trauma from shoes. OBJECTIVE To test the hypothesis that treatment failure of fifth toenail onychomycosis is not a marker of treatment failure of other toenails with onychomycosis. METHODS Fifty patients who had fifth toenail deformity (with or without onychomycosis) and onychomycosis of the other toenails were treated with oral terbinafine, 250 mg/day, for 4 months. RESULTS Forty-three patients completed the study. Before the study, 26/43 (61%) had callus lateral to the fifth toe (suggesting mechanical pressure in that area). Twenty-one/43 (49%) of the fifth toenails had onychomycosis. At the end of the treatment period, only 4/21 (19%) of the fifth toenails (with initial onychomycosis), compared with 12/21 (57%) of the other toenails, were completely cured (CC). Out of the whole group (n=43), the clinical cure rate of the fifth toenail was 4/43 (9%) and for the other toenails, 20/43 (47%) (P<0.05). The mycological cure rates were 11/21 (52%) for the fifth toenail and 25/43 (58%) for the other toenails. Callus lateral to the fifth toe was associated with a poor clinical result (P<0.01). CONCLUSIONS Clinical improvement of the fifth toenail after systemic antifungal therapy is less favourable and does not correspond with the clinical cure of the other toenails, mostly because of mechanical factors. Therefore, patients should be told to adjust their expectations as to the visual results of their antifungal treatment.
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- S Avner
- Department of Dermatology, C. Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, and the Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Israel
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Nakano N, Hiruma M, Shiraki Y, Chen X, Porgpermdee S, Ikeda S. Combination of pulse therapy with terbinafine tablets and topical terbinafine cream for the treatment of dermatophyte onychomycosis: A pilot study. J Dermatol 2006; 33:753-8. [PMID: 17073989 DOI: 10.1111/j.1346-8138.2006.00176.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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We performed a pilot study to assess the safety and efficacy of pulse therapy with terbinafine tablets in 66 patients with dermatophyte onychomycosis. One pulse consisted of oral terbinafine tablets (500 mg/day) given for 1 week followed by a 3-week interval. Topical 1% terbinafine cream was applied daily. The number of pulses was determined by the extent of improvement in the affected nails and by the patient's requests, up to a maximum of six pulses. Efficacy was assessed based on both clinical and mycological examinations 1 year after treatment initiation. We observed a complete cure in 51 patients (77.3%), marked improvement in five patients (7.6%), improvement in five patients (7.6%) and slight improvement in one patient (1.5%). Four patients (6.0%) showed no change. In the patients who were completely cured, the average number of pulses used was 3.7 +/- 1.4 pulses and the treatment duration was 3.3 +/- 1.6 months. Nine patients experienced adverse effects, consisting of gastrointestinal disturbance (eight patients) and drug-induced eruption (one patient). There were no abnormal findings in the laboratory tests, including liver function tests. In summary, terbinafine pulse therapy in combination with topical application of terbinafine cream appeared safe and effective in this pilot study.
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- Naomi Nakano
- Department of Dermatology, Juntendo University School of Medicine, Juntendo, Tokyo, Japan.
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Hogewoning AA, Duijvestein M, Boakye D, Amoah AS, Obeng BB, van der Raaij-Helmer EMH, Staats CCG, Bouwes Bavinck JN, Yazdanbakhsh M, Lavrijsen APM. Prevalence of symptomatic tinea capitis and associated causative organisms in the Greater Accra Region, Ghana. Br J Dermatol 2006; 154:784-6. [PMID: 16536835 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2133.2006.07130.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Moraes MS, Godoy-Martínez P, Alchorne MMA, Boatto HF, Fischman O. Incidence of Tinea capitis in São Paulo, Brazil. Mycopathologia 2006; 162:91-5. [PMID: 16897586 DOI: 10.1007/s11046-006-0031-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2005] [Accepted: 04/25/2006] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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To determine the incidence of tinea capitis in São Paulo, Brazil, an investigation was performed in Private and Public Pediatrics Service involving 4,500 children from 0 to 15 years old during 5 years (1996-2000). Samples were taken from 132 children with suspected fungal infection of the scalp, for direct microscopy and culture. Tinea of scalp was mycologically confirmed in 112 patients (85%). Males were more affected than females in all age groups. Children below 8 years old accounted for more than 75% of the occurrences. Only three cases of tinea capitis were diagnosed in children from 12 to 15 years of age. Tinea capitis was prevalent in 103 cases (91.96%); inflammatory kerion type lesions were diagnosed in 9 patients (8.04%). Microsporum canis (70.5%) and Trichophyton tonsurans (23.2%) were the most common agents followed by T. mentagrophytes (3.6%), M. gypseum (1.8%) and T. rubrum (0.9%).
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- M S Moraes
- Department of Dermatology, Universidade Federal de São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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Foster KW, Friedlander SF, Panzer H, Ghannoum MA, Elewski BE. A randomized controlled trial assessing the efficacy of fluconazole in the treatment of pediatric tinea capitis. J Am Acad Dermatol 2006; 53:798-809. [PMID: 16243128 DOI: 10.1016/j.jaad.2005.07.028] [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] [Received: 03/09/2005] [Revised: 06/21/2005] [Accepted: 07/09/2005] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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BACKGROUND Griseofulvin is considered first-line therapy for tinea capitis, and the Physician's Desk Reference currently recommends 11 mg/kg per day microsize formulation for use in children. Diverse selective pressures have resulted in waning clinical efficacy of griseofulvin, such that higher doses and longer courses of treatment are required. These events have prompted the search for therapeutic alternatives. Fluconazole is one such treatment option, and a variety of studies using this drug have shown promise in the treatment of pediatric tinea capitis. OBJECTIVE We sought to assess the efficacy, safety, and optimal dose and duration of fluconazole therapy compared with standard-dose griseofulvin (11 mg/kg per day microsize formulation) in the treatment of pediatric tinea capitis. METHODS This randomized, multicenter, third-party-blind, 3-arm trial was designed as a superiority study to identify a therapeutically superior agent/regimen from the 3 treatment arms: (1) fluconazole 6 mg/kg per day for 3 weeks followed by 3 weeks of placebo, (2) fluconazole 6 mg/kg per day for 6 weeks, and (3) griseofulvin 11 mg/kg per day for 6 weeks. Efficacy variables included mycological, clinical, and combined outcomes. The primary efficacy variable was the combined outcome of the modified intent-to-treat population at week 6. Patient safety was assessed throughout the study. Statistical analysis of the efficacy variables was conducted by means of the Cochran-Mantel-Haenszel test. RESULTS At the end of treatment, mycological cures were present in 44.5%, 49.6%, and 52.2% of the fluconazole 3-week, fluconazole 6-week, and griseofulvin groups, respectively. Analysis of the primary efficacy variable failed to identify any superior agent, and differences between the combined outcomes of the fluconazole 6-week and griseofulvin groups at week 6 were not significant (P = .32). Regarding mycological, clinical, and combined outcomes, no significant differences between the fluconazole 6-week and griseofulvin groups were detected at any time point in the study. No new safety concerns were raised by this trial, and the incidence of treatment-related adverse events noted in this study is concordant with previous reports. Patients in the fluconazole arms of the study fared similarly. At the end of the trial, the difference in mycological cures between the fluconazole arms was only 7.5%, and increases in the incidence of certain treatment-related adverse events were observed in the fluconazole 6-week group. LIMITATIONS Adjunctive topical therapies and the impact of infected contacts were not assessed in this trial. CONCLUSION Systemic therapy with fluconazole 6 mg/kg per day and standard-dose griseofulvin produces comparable but low mycological and clinical cure rates. The limited efficacy of standard-dose griseofulvin and the lack of consensus regarding dose and duration of griseofulvin therapy in tinea capitis emphasize the need for controlled trials to identify optimal treatment parameters. Although the efficacy of fluconazole is no better than that of standard-dose griseofulvin, it may still be useful in select patients with a contraindication or intolerance to high-dose griseofulvin. The outcomes observed in this trial highlight the need to more clearly define the relative importance of adjunctive topical therapies and the evaluation and treatment of infected contacts as factors affecting cure rates.
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- K Wade Foster
- Department of Dermatology, University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine, Birmingham, Alabama 35294-0009, USA
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Tinea infections are among the most common dermatological conditions throughout the world. Griseofulvin is a classical oral fungistatic antibiotic, active against Epidermophyton floccosum, Trichophyton and Microsporum species, the causative fungi of tinea corporis. To evaluate the efficacy of topical griseofulvin in the treatment of tinea circinata using three different vehicles for drug delivery. Sixteen patients with tinea circinata were instructed to apply either griseofulvin gel form in group A or a similar placebo gel for control group; a niosomal gel formulation of griseofulvin for group B or; a liposomal gel formulation of griseofulvin for group C. Patients were evaluated both clinically and mycologically after 3 weeks. Marked improvement was seen for groups A, B and C both clinically and mycologically while no improvement was observed in the placebo group. Mild and transient irritation was reported in four patients. Our results show that topical griseofulvin preparations may be effective and safe in treating tinea circinata and that further large-scale studies may establish the high efficacy of the niosomal gel formulation.
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- Mohamed A A Kassem
- Department of Pharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmacy, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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Ioannidou DJ, Maraki S, Krasagakis SK, Tosca A, Tselentis Y. The epidemiology of onychomycoses in Crete, Greece, between 1992 and 2001. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2006; 20:170-4. [PMID: 16441625 DOI: 10.1111/j.1468-3083.2006.01412.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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BACKGROUND Onychomycosis represents the most frequently encountered nail disease, which is difficult to eradicate with drug treatment. Epidemiological studies concerning onychomycosis have been performed in many countries worldwide. Differences in the incidence of onychomycosis have been reported not only for various geographical areas, but also for different regions of the same country. OBJECTIVE This survey was undertaken to determine the epidemiology of onychomycosis in the population of Crete, Greece. METHODS In a prospective study, the fingernails and toenails of all new patients presenting to the outpatient Dermatology Department of the University Hospital of Crete were examined by certified dermatologists. If they appeared abnormal, nail material was obtained for mycologic examination. RESULTS A total of 23,477 patients were examined during the study period (1992-2001). Of them, 19,556 (83.3%) participated in the investigation. Clinical abnormal nails were observed in 2098 (10.7%) patients, 36.7% males and 63.3% females. Mycologically confirmed onychomycosis was detected in 511 (24.3%). Toenail onychomycosis was found in 283 (55.4%) patients, fingernail onychomycosis in 210 (41%), and both toenail and fingernail onychomycosis in 18 (3.6%). In the toenail infections, dermatophytes were most frequently isolated (52%), followed by yeasts (24.7%) and moulds (15.5%); 7.8% of the infections were mixed. In the fingernail infections, yeasts were most often isolated (82.9%), followed by dermatophytes (10%), and moulds (1.9%); 5.2% of the infections were mixed. CONCLUSION Because the pattern of onychomycoses in a country is changing with time, epidemiological studies are necessary for determining the prevalence and the causative agents of the infection.
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- Department of Dermatology, University Hospital of Heraklion, Heraklion, Crete, Greece
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Matysová L, Solich P, Marek P, Havlíková L, Nováková L, Šícha J. Separation and determination of terbinafine and its four impurities of similar structure using simple RP-HPLC method. Talanta 2006; 68:713-20. [DOI: 10.1016/j.talanta.2005.05.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/22/2005] [Revised: 05/13/2005] [Accepted: 05/16/2005] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Seborrheic dermatitis is a chronic superficial fungal infection of the skin, particularly affecting sites rich in sebaceous glands. Although the precise etiology of seborrheic dermatitis is uncertain, yeasts of the genus Malassezia are known to play a causative role. Ciclopirox is a broad-spectrum, hydroxypyridone-derived, synthetic antifungal agent, which also has anti-inflammatory properties. Ciclopirox is effective both in vitro and in vivo against Malassezia yeasts, making it a valuable option for the treatment of seborrheic dermatitis. Varying frequencies and concentrations of ciclopirox shampoo have been shown to be effective and safe in the treatment of seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp.
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- Aditya K Gupta
- Division of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, Sunnybrook and Women's College Health Science Center (Sunnybrook site) and the University of Toronto, Canada.
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Fernández-Vozmediano JM, Armario-Hita JC. Etiopatogenia y tratamiento de la pitiriasis versicolor. Med Clin (Barc) 2006. [DOI: 10.1157/13097519] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Selecting an appropriate antimycotic targeting the pathogens are among the most important factors for successfully treating onychomycosis. The aim of this study was to investigate the pathogens of onychomycosis in southern Taiwan and analyse the association between various factors and the distribution of pathogens. A total of 375 patients with onychomycosis were enrolled. Histopathological examination and fungus culture of nail specimens were performed. The pathogens were dermatophytes in 227 patients (60.5%), Candida in 118 (31.5%) and moulds in 30 (8%). Compared to patients with toenail involvement, the odds ratio (OR) for those with fingernail involvement to have non-dermatophytic onychomycosis (NDO), i.e. onychomycosis caused by Candida and moulds, was 5.04 [95% confidence interval (CI): 2.21-11.15], and the OR for those with fingernail and toenail involvement to have NDO was 2.66 (95% CI: 1.61-4.34). The F/M OR to have NDO was 2.36 (95% CI: 1.51-3.61), and 9.80 for diabetics (95% CI: 1.01-106.85). The OR for patients with paronychia to have NDO was 10.33 (95% CI: 5.61-18.88) compared to those without paronychia. Compared to patients with a non-wet occupation, the OR for those with a wet occupation to have NDO was 4.76 (95% CI: 2.01-11.16). The distribution of pathogens significantly varies with the involved sites, patients' gender and occupation, and presence of diabetes mellitus or paronychia. In contrast to temperate western countries, NDO is more prevalent in the tropics and subtropics including southern Taiwan.
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- Ching-Chi Chi
- Department of Dermatology, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital-Chiayi, Putz, Chiayi, Taiwan
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Lecha M, Effendy I, Feuilhade de Chauvin M, Di Chiacchio N, Baran R. Treatment options - development of consensus guidelines. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2005; 19 Suppl 1:25-33. [PMID: 16120203 DOI: 10.1111/j.1468-3083.2005.01284.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 89] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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BACKGROUND There are currently three main treatment strategies for onychomycosis: topical, oral and combination. Amorolfine nail lacquer appears to be the most effective form of topical monotherapy. However, the best mycological and clinical cure rates are obtained with combination therapy. Combination therapy increases antifungal spectrum, fungicidal activity and safety. New antifungals (triazoles and echinocandins) were recently developed, enabling new protocols. OBJECTIVES To review available therapies. To design an algorithm for the management of onychomycoses in daily practice. RESULTS Therapeutic choice should be based on numerous factors including patient's age and health, aetiology, extent of involvement and clinical form. The consensus was that topical monotherapy is recommended when < 50% of the nail is affected without matrix area involvement. Oral monotherapy or combination therapy is indicated when > 50% of the nail, including the matrix area, is involved. Topical treatments should not be used alone when topical drug transport is suboptimal (i.e. when dermatophytoma, onycholysis or spikes are present). Chemical or mechanical removal should also be considered whenever applicable (interruption of drug transport). CONCLUSION In conclusion, treatment decision-making tools (e.g. an illustrated booklet or CD-ROM presenting each type of onychomycosis and criteria to be considered before selecting treatment regimen) would be valuable supports for the successful treatment of onychomycoses.
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- M Lecha
- Servicio de Dermatologia, Hospital Clinic I Provincial de Barcelona, Villarroel, Barcelona, Spain
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Cordoro KM, Ganz JE. Training Room Management of Medical Conditions: Sports Dermatology. Clin Sports Med 2005; 24:565-98, viii-ix. [PMID: 16004920 DOI: 10.1016/j.csm.2005.03.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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Athletes' skin is subject to a distinct array of physical and environmental stressors. Trauma, the elements, and pathogenic organisms constantly challenge the skin's integrity. This article intends to arm the clinician with a fundamental knowledge of infections, mechanical injuries, and environmental insults common to the skin of athletes. Photographs corresponding to the described entities are included as figures. Because rapid return to play is the ultimate goal after injury or illness, there is a section dedicated to play restrictions as set forth by the National Collegiate Athletic Association. Although the evaluation and management of cutaneous disease is a challenging endeavor, a consistent and systematic approach to this most accessible organ can result in early diagnosis, appropriate treatment, and ultimate performance.
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- Kelly M Cordoro
- Department of Dermatology, University of Virginia Health Sciences Center, Box 800718, Charlottesville, VA 22908, USA.
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Ninet B, Jan I, Bontems O, Léchenne B, Jousson O, Lew D, Schrenzel J, Panizzon RG, Monod M. Molecular identification of Fusarium species in onychomycoses. Dermatology 2005; 210:21-5. [PMID: 15604540 DOI: 10.1159/000081478] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/08/2004] [Accepted: 07/29/2004] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Fusarium species are isolated from about 3% of onychomycoses in the Swiss native population. On the basis of macroscopic characters and microscopic examination of the cultures, identification of Fusarium often remains difficult or uncertain because of variations from one isolate to another and overlapping characteristics between species. OBJECTIVE To obtain information about the prevailing species of Fusarium collected from onychomycoses. METHODS An analysis of the Fusarium specimens isolated in the Department of Dermatology at the University Hospital of Lausanne was conducted during a 2-year period (71 isolates). A 311-bp fragment of the gene encoding 28S rDNA was amplified by PCR and sequenced. DNA sequences were compared to those available for reference strains. RESULTS Fusarium oxysporum was the most frequently isolated species, accounting for 54% of the isolates. F. proliferatum and 4 taxons belonging to the F. solani species complex were identified with an appreciable frequency ranging from 4 to 14%. CONCLUSION The Fusarium species identified were the same as those known to cause disseminated fusariosis in immunocompromised patients. The presence of these Fusarium species in onychomycoses warrants that careful attention should be paid to abnormal nails before beginning immunosuppressive treatments in patients.
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- Béatrice Ninet
- Division des Maladies Infectieuses, Hôpital Cantonal Universitaire, Genève, Switzerland
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