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Shi TW, Cao W, Zhao QZ, Yu HX, Zhang SS, Hao YB. Effects of NCSTN Mutation on Hair Follicle Components in Mice. Dermatology 2022; 239:60-71. [PMID: 35843211 DOI: 10.1159/000525526] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2021] [Accepted: 06/04/2022] [Indexed: 01/24/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS)/acne inversa is an intractable skin disease that is characterized by destructive lesions - primarily on the flexural areas. Although its etiology is unknown, genetics is considered to be a factor of its pathology - mutations in γ-secretase genes have been identified in certain familial HS patients, and follicular occlusion is widely accepted as the primary cause of HS. But, no relationship between these mutations and the components of hair follicles has been reported. Thus, we examined changes in these components in mice with a mutation in NCSTN (a γ-secretase gene). METHODS We generated C57BL/6 mice with an NCSTN mutation and examined their expression of hair cortex cytokeratin and trichohyalin by Western blot and immunohistochemistry, in addition to nicastrin, the product of NCSTN, and NICD compared with wild-type mice. The structure of hair follicles was analyzed by hematoxylin-eosin staining and transmission electron microscopy. RESULTS In mice with an NCSTN mutation, HS-like skin lesions appeared after age 6 months, the pathological manifestations of which were consistent with the features of human HS. The structure of hair follicles was abnormal in mice with an NCSTN mutation versus wild-type mice, and hair cortex cytokeratin, trichohyalin, nicastrin, and NICD were downregulated in these mice. CONCLUSIONS This NCSTN mutant mouse model could be an improved model to study early lesion development aspects of human HS pathogenesis and could perhaps be a better alternative for evaluating early-acting and preventive therapeutics for HS experimentally before clinical trials in HS patients. NCSTN mutations disrupt the development of hair follicles, leading to abnormal hair follicle structures, perhaps resulting in the onset of HS.
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- Tian-Wei Shi
- People's Hospital of Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou, China.,The Affiliated Zhengzhou People's Hospital of Xinxiang Medical University, Zhengzhou, China.,The Affiliated Zhengzhou People's Hospital of Southern Medical University, Zhengzhou, China
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- Zhengzhou Central Hospital Affiliated to Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- School of Basic Medical Sciences, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- Taihe Hospital, Affiliated Hospital of Hubei University of Medicine, Shiyan, China
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- People's Hospital of Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou, China.,The Affiliated Zhengzhou People's Hospital of Xinxiang Medical University, Zhengzhou, China.,The Affiliated Zhengzhou People's Hospital of Southern Medical University, Zhengzhou, China
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- People's Hospital of Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou, China.,The Affiliated Zhengzhou People's Hospital of Xinxiang Medical University, Zhengzhou, China.,The Affiliated Zhengzhou People's Hospital of Southern Medical University, Zhengzhou, China
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Agarwal P, Lunge SB, Shetty NS, Karagaiah P, Daveluy S, Ortega-Loayza AG, Tzellos T, Szepietowski JC, Zouboulis CC, Grabbe S, Goldust M. Itch in Hidradenitis Suppurativa/Acne Inversa: A Systematic Review. J Clin Med 2022; 11:jcm11133813. [PMID: 35807098 PMCID: PMC9267685 DOI: 10.3390/jcm11133813] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2022] [Revised: 06/23/2022] [Accepted: 06/24/2022] [Indexed: 12/10/2022] Open
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Hidradenitis suppurativa/acne inversa (HS) is a chronic inflammatory disease of the pilosebaceous unit leading to formation of painful, inflammatory nodules, abscesses and tunnels in apocrine gland-bearing areas of the skin. Pain and drainage are the most important symptoms associated with reduction of quality of life in HS. On the other hand, an overlooked symptom in quality of life studies is itch, despite the fact that several studies have reported its importance. Various theories have tried to explain the pathogenesis of itch in HS, such as the presence of mast cells in the cell infiltrates and elevated Ig E levels in the lesional skin. Smoking and advanced stage of disease have been found to be associated with increased intensity of itch. A PUBMED search was conducted to perform a systematic literature review using the term “hidradenitis suppurativa” [all fields], the keywords “pruritus”, “itching”, “itch” [all fields] and with “AND” as operator. Mast cells and mTor signaling were found to be raised in both lesional and perilesional skin. Itch as a presenting symptom has been found in 35–82.6% of patients across multiple studies. It often co-presents with pain and may be misinterpreted as burning, stinging, tickling, tweaking, prickling, etc. The presence of itch is associated with reduced quality of life, depression and impairment of social life. Brodalumab, a monoclonal antibody against IL-17A receptor, produced significant improvements in itch, pain, QoL and depression in patients with moderate to severe HS. Statins have shown some reduction in itch intensity score. Further studies are required to gain a better understanding of the etiopathogenesis and optimal therapeutic modalities for itch in HS that will allow clinicians to better address issue and reduce its impact on quality of life.
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- Puneet Agarwal
- Department of Dermatology, SMS Medical College and Hospital, Jaipur 302004, Rajasthan, India;
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprosy, Bharati Vidyapeeth (DTU) Medical College and Hospital, Pune 411043, Maharashtra, India; (S.B.L.); (N.S.S.)
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprosy, Bharati Vidyapeeth (DTU) Medical College and Hospital, Pune 411043, Maharashtra, India; (S.B.L.); (N.S.S.)
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- Department of Dermatology, Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, Bangalore 560002, Karnataka, India;
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- Department of Dermatology, Wayne State University, Detroit, MI 48202, USA;
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- Department of Dermatology, Oregon Health and Science University, Portland, OR 97239, USA;
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- Department of Dermatology, NLSH University Hospital, 8092 Bodø, Norway;
- European Hidradenitis Suppurativa Foundation e.V., 06847 Dessau, Germany;
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- European Hidradenitis Suppurativa Foundation e.V., 06847 Dessau, Germany;
- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology, Wroclaw Medical University, 50-367 Wroclaw, Poland
- Correspondence: (J.C.S.); (M.G.)
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- European Hidradenitis Suppurativa Foundation e.V., 06847 Dessau, Germany;
- Departments of Dermatology, Venereology, Allergology and Immunology, Dessau Medical Center, Brandenburg Medical School Theodor Fontane and Faculty of Health Sciences Brandenburg, 06847 Dessau, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, University Medical Center Mainz, 55131 Mainz, Germany;
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- Department of Dermatology, University Medical Center Mainz, 55131 Mainz, Germany;
- Correspondence: (J.C.S.); (M.G.)
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Li Pomi F, Macca L, Motolese A, Ingrasciotta Y, Berretta M, Guarneri C. Neoplastic Implications in Patients Suffering from Hidradenitis Suppurativa under Systemic Treatments. Biomedicines 2021; 9:biomedicines9111594. [PMID: 34829823 PMCID: PMC8615387 DOI: 10.3390/biomedicines9111594] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/23/2021] [Revised: 10/27/2021] [Accepted: 10/28/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic, recurrent, inflammatory skin disease of the apocrine glands. It typically involves the axillary, submammary, genital, inguinal, perineal, and perianal regions. The development of abscesses, sinus tracts, and scars can lead to pain, scarring, disfigurement and decreased quality of life. HS is associated with a wide range of comorbidities. Several studies of co-occurrence of HS and nonmelanoma skin cancer suggest a causal relationship. In an attempt to assess the link between HS and cancer, we performed a systematic review of the current scientific knowledge through a PubMed-based literature search. Results show that HS could be associated with an overall risk of cancer and numerous specific cancers such as: nonmelanoma skin cancer (NMSC), hematologic malignancies, and metastatic cancer. Among NMSC, squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is considered the most common complication arising in long-standing HS. Based on our review, we suggest that cautious surveillance and active intervention may be warranted in patients with HS. Moreover, an age-appropriate cancer screening should be offered to all patients, especially those who developed HS later in their life or in long-standing moderate to severe HS with multiple comorbidities.
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- Federica Li Pomi
- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Section of Dermatology, University of Messina, 1-98125 Messina, Italy; (F.L.P.); (L.M.); (A.M.)
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Section of Dermatology, University of Messina, 1-98125 Messina, Italy; (F.L.P.); (L.M.); (A.M.)
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Section of Dermatology, University of Messina, 1-98125 Messina, Italy; (F.L.P.); (L.M.); (A.M.)
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morphofunctional Imaging, Section of Pharmacology, University of Messina, 1-98125 Messina, Italy;
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morphofunctional Imaging, Section of Infectious Diseases, University of Messina, 1-98125 Messina, Italy;
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morphofunctional Imaging, Section of Dermatology, University of Messina, 1-98125 Messina, Italy
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +39-0902212894; Fax: +39-0902927691
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Zhang M, Chen QD, Xu HX, Xu YM, Chen HJ, Yang BL. Association of hidradenitis suppurativa with Crohn’s disease. World J Clin Cases 2021; 9:3506-3516. [PMID: 34046451 PMCID: PMC8130070 DOI: 10.12998/wjcc.v9.i15.3506] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/19/2021] [Revised: 02/21/2021] [Accepted: 03/17/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic inflammatory skin disorder characterized by recurrent nodules, abscesses, and sinus tracts. Crohn’s disease (CD) is characterized by inflammation of the entire digestive tract and belongs to the group of inflammatory bowel diseases, and there are many extraintestinal manifestations, among which hidradenitis suppurativa is one of the rare extraintestinal manifestations. There appears to be a strong association between CD and HS based on clinical and histological similarities (sinus tract development, granulomatous inflammation, and scarring), intersections in pathogenesis (genetic loci, immune dysregulation mechanisms, and microbiome changes), and commonality in treatment. In this review, we summarize recent studies on the association between HS and CD.
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- Meng Zhang
- Department of Colorectal Surgery, TheAffiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Jiangsu Province Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing 210029, Jiangsu Province, China
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, TheAffiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Jiangsu Province Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing 210029, Jiangsu Province, China
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, TheAffiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Jiangsu Province Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing 210029, Jiangsu Province, China
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, TheAffiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Jiangsu Province Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing 210029, Jiangsu Province, China
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- First Clinical Medical College, The Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing 210029, Jiangsu Province, China
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, TheAffiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Jiangsu Province Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing 210029, Jiangsu Province, China
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Wark KJL, Cains GD. The Microbiome in Hidradenitis Suppurativa: A Review. Dermatol Ther (Heidelb) 2021; 11:39-52. [PMID: 33244661 PMCID: PMC7859000 DOI: 10.1007/s13555-020-00465-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/07/2020] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic autoinflammatory skin disease. It is characterised by the development of abscesses and nodules in intertriginous anatomical sites. Whilst it is now recognised as an autoinflammatory condition rather than an infective disease, bacteria are implicated in disease pathogenesis. METHODS We performed a search of the literature from inception to 12 August 2020 using the search terms "hidradenitis suppurativa", "Verneuil's disease", "acne inversa", "microbiome", "bacteriology" and "microbiology". Studies were included if they assessed the cutaneous, gut or oral bacteria, bacteriology or microbiome in hidradenitis suppurativa. RESULTS Twenty-one studies examining the cutaneous microbiome and two studies examining the gastrointestinal microbiome in HS were identified. No studies examining the oral microbiome in HS were identified. A total of 972 patients and 46 healthy controls were included across studies examining the cutaneous microbiome. A total of 100 patients and 36 controls were included across both gut microbiome studies. Coagulase-negative Staphylococcus, anaerobes such as Porphyromonas and Prevotella, and Staphylococcus aureus species were commonly encountered organisms across the included cutaneous microbiome studies. The studies examining the gut microbiome were limited, with one small study demonstrating an alteration in the gut microbiome composition compared to controls. The other study found no alteration to the gut microbiome in patients with HS compared to those with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and HS, and IBD and/or psoriasis. CONCLUSION Research should be undertaken into the oral microbiome in HS. Further research should be undertaken examining the cutaneous and gut microbiome in HS, and its relationship with documented co-morbidities. Additionally, metagenomics-focused studies may help identify the relationship between microorganisms and host, and this may shed light on new pathways of disease pathogenesis. This may help identify potential future therapeutic targets.
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- Kirsty J L Wark
- Department of Dermatology, Liverpool Hospital, Sydney, Australia.
- School of Medicine, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia.
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- Department of Dermatology, Liverpool Hospital, Sydney, Australia
- School of Medicine, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia
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Alsharif S, Khan Z, Almuntashri F, Alghamdi A. Quality of life and psychological aspects of patients with hidradenitis suppurativa in Saudi Arabia: A hospital-based multi-center study. JOURNAL OF DERMATOLOGY & DERMATOLOGIC SURGERY 2021. [DOI: 10.4103/jdds.jdds_30_21] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Ayala D, Dhanasekara CS, Thomas K, Tran V, Le A, Hand A, Alhaj Saleh A, Griswold J, Dissanaike S. Surgical management of advanced hidradenitis suppurativa via a one-stage procedure: A single-center experience. Am J Surg 2020; 220:1462-1466. [PMID: 33051068 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2020.10.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/24/2020] [Revised: 06/30/2020] [Accepted: 10/04/2020] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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BACKGROUND Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a debilitating skin condition; in severe forms it requires excision and skin grafting for cure. This is commonly performed as a multi-stage procedure; we explored single-stage operation as a more efficient alternative. METHODS Retrospective review 2007-2018 evaluating outcomes of patients undergoing single-stage surgery. RESULTS 139 one-stage procedures were performed: 35 excision and primary closure, 104 split-thickness skin grafting (STSG). Success rate was higher for STSG at 75% versus 60% with primary closure. Of failed primary closures, 57% required revision by grafting due to recurrence. Axilla procedures were most successful at 91% compared to 70%, 54%, and 50% for inguinal, gluteal, and perineal areas, respectively. Infection was the most common complication (17%), with 38% requiring readmission. CONCLUSION Compared to prior literature on multi-stage HS treatment, one-stage operations are a feasible, cost-effective alternative. STSG should remain the procedure of choice, even when primary closure appears feasible.
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- Donna Ayala
- Department of Surgery: Texas Tech University Health Science Center, Lubbock, TX, USA
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- Department of Surgery: Texas Tech University Health Science Center, Lubbock, TX, USA
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- Department of Surgery: Texas Tech University Health Science Center, Lubbock, TX, USA
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- Department of Surgery: Texas Tech University Health Science Center, Lubbock, TX, USA
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- Department of Surgery: Texas Tech University Health Science Center, Lubbock, TX, USA
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- Department of Surgery: Texas Tech University Health Science Center, Lubbock, TX, USA
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- Department of Surgery: Texas Tech University Health Science Center, Lubbock, TX, USA
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- Department of Surgery: Texas Tech University Health Science Center, Lubbock, TX, USA.
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Langan EA, Recke A, Bokor-Billmann T, Billmann F, Kahle BK, Zillikens D. The Role of the Cutaneous Microbiome in Hidradenitis Suppurativa-Light at the End of the Microbiological Tunnel. Int J Mol Sci 2020; 21:ijms21041205. [PMID: 32054085 PMCID: PMC7072827 DOI: 10.3390/ijms21041205] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2020] [Revised: 02/05/2020] [Accepted: 02/08/2020] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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The development of next generation sequencing, coupled with advances in bio-informatics, has provided new insights into the role of the cutaneous microbiome in the pathophysiology of a range of inflammatory skin diseases. In fact, it has even been suggested that the identification of specific skin microbial signatures may not only be useful in terms of diagnosis of skin diseases but they may also ultimately help inform personalised treatment strategies. To date, research investigating the role of microbiota in the development of inflammatory skin diseases has largely focused on atopic eczema and psoriasis vulgaris. The role of the microbiome in Hidradenits suppurativa (HS)-also known as acne inversa-a chronic auto-inflammatory skin disease associated with significant morbidity, has received comparatively little attention. This is despite the fact that antimicrobial therapy plays a central role in the treatment of HS. After briefly outlining the clinical features of HS and current treatment strategies, we move on to review the evidence of microbial dysbiosis in HS pathophysiology. We conclude by outlining the potential for metagenomic studies to deepen our understanding of HS biology but more importantly to identify novel and much needed treatment strategies.
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- Ewan A. Langan
- Department of Dermatology, University Medical Centre Schleswig-Holstein, Campus Luebeck, Ratzeburger Allee 160, 23538 Luebeck, Germany; (A.R.); (B.K.K.); (D.Z.)
- Dermatological Sciences, University of Manchester, Oxford Rd, Manchester M13 9PL, UK
- Correspondence:
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- Department of Dermatology, University Medical Centre Schleswig-Holstein, Campus Luebeck, Ratzeburger Allee 160, 23538 Luebeck, Germany; (A.R.); (B.K.K.); (D.Z.)
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- Department of Surgery, University of Heidelberg, 69120 Heidelberg, Germany;
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- Department of Dermatology, University Medical Centre Schleswig-Holstein, Campus Luebeck, Ratzeburger Allee 160, 23538 Luebeck, Germany; (A.R.); (B.K.K.); (D.Z.)
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- Department of Dermatology, University Medical Centre Schleswig-Holstein, Campus Luebeck, Ratzeburger Allee 160, 23538 Luebeck, Germany; (A.R.); (B.K.K.); (D.Z.)
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Tzur Bitan D, Berzin D, Cohen A. Hidradenitis suppurativa and schizophrenia: a nationwide cohort study. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2019; 34:574-579. [DOI: 10.1111/jdv.15997] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/27/2019] [Accepted: 09/25/2019] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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- D. Tzur Bitan
- Department of Behavioral Sciences Ariel University Ariel Israel
- Shalvata Mental Health Center Affiliated with the Sackler School of Medicine Tel Aviv University Tel Aviv Israel
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- School of Medicine Ben‐Gurion University of the Negev Be'er Sheva Israel
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- Chief Physician's Office Clalit Health Services Tel Aviv Israel
- Siaal Research Center for Family Medicine and Primary Care Faculty of Health Sciences Ben‐Gurion University of the Negev Be'er Sheva Israel
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Byrd AS, Dina Y, Okoh UJ, Quartey QQ, Carmona-Rivera C, Williams DW, Kerns ML, Miller RJ, Petukhova L, Naik HB, Barnes LA, Shipman WD, Caffrey JA, Sacks JM, Milner SM, Aliu O, Broderick KP, Kim D, Liu H, Dillen CA, Ahn R, Frew JW, Kaplan MJ, Kang S, Garza LA, Miller LS, Alavi A, Lowes MA, Okoye GA. Specimen Collection for Translational Studies in Hidradenitis Suppurativa. Sci Rep 2019; 9:12207. [PMID: 31434914 PMCID: PMC6704132 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-019-48226-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/29/2018] [Accepted: 07/22/2019] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
Abstract
Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic inflammatory disorder characterized by painful nodules, sinus tracts, and scars occurring predominantly in intertriginous regions. The prevalence of HS is currently 0.053-4%, with a predominance in African-American women and has been linked to low socioeconomic status. The majority of the reported literature is retrospective, population based, epidemiologic studies. In this regard, there is a need to establish a repository of biospecimens, which represent appropriate gender and racial demographics amongst HS patients. These efforts will diminish knowledge gaps in understanding the disease pathophysiology. Hence, we sought to outline a step-by-step protocol detailing how we established our HS biobank to facilitate the formation of other HS tissue banks. Equipping researchers with carefully detailed processes for collection of HS specimens would accelerate the accumulation of well-organized human biological material. Over time, the scientific community will have access to a broad range of HS tissue biospecimens, ultimately leading to more rigorous basic and translational research. Moreover, an improved understanding of the pathophysiology is necessary for the discovery of novel therapies for this debilitating disease. We aim to provide high impact translational research methodology for cutaneous biology research and foster multidisciplinary collaboration and advancement of our understanding of cutaneous diseases.
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- A S Byrd
- Department of Dermatology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, 21231, USA.
- Department of Dermatology, Howard University College of Medicine, Washington, DC, 20060, USA.
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- Meharry Medical College, Nashville, TN, 37208, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, 21231, USA
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- University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, 21201, USA
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- Systemic Autoimmunity Branch, National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD, 20892, USA
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- Department of Molecular and Comparative Pathobiology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, 21205, USA
- Division of Clinical Pharmacology, Department of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, 21205, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, 21231, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, 21231, USA
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- Departments of Dermatology and Epidemiology, Columbia University, New York, NY, 10032, USA
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- Program for Clinical Research, Department of Dermatology, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, 94143-0808, USA
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- Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA, 94305, USA
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- Weill Cornell/Rockefeller/Sloan-Kettering Tri-Institutional MD-PhD Program, New York, NY, 10065, USA
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, 21231, USA
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, 21231, USA
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, 21231, USA
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, 21231, USA
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, 21231, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, 21231, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, 21231, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, 21231, USA
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- Department of Microbiology, Immunology, and Molecular Genetics, University of California Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, 90095, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, Liverpool Hospital, Sydney, NSW, 2170, Australia
- Ingham Institute of Applied Medical Research, Liverpool, Sydney, NSW, 2170, Australia
- University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW, 2033, Australia
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- Systemic Autoimmunity Branch, National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD, 20892, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, 21231, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, 21231, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, 21231, USA
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- Department of Medicine (Dermatology), University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, M1C 1A4, Canada
- Division of Dermatology, Women's College Hospital, Toronto, ON, M5S 1B2, Canada
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- The Rockefeller University, New York, NY, 10065, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, 21231, USA
- Department of Dermatology, Howard University College of Medicine, Washington, DC, 20060, USA
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Tugnoli S, Agnoli C, Silvestri A, Giari S, Bettoli V, Caracciolo S. Anger, Emotional Fragility, Self-esteem, and Psychiatric Comorbidity in Patients with Hidradenitis Suppurativa/Acne Inversa. J Clin Psychol Med Settings 2019; 27:527-540. [DOI: 10.1007/s10880-019-09640-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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