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Kelly KA, Cook MK, Singh R, Perche PO, Balogh EA, Richardson IM, Feldman SR. Topical Moisturizer Meaningfully Reduces Disease Severity in Atopic Patients With Xerosis. J Drugs Dermatol 2023; 22:e51-e52. [PMID: 38051832 DOI: 10.36849/jdd.7036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND Repairing the epidermal barrier is critically important in atopic dermatitis (AD), but the effect of moisturizer on quality of life (QOL) is not well characterized. Objective: To assess whether the use of a moisturizer improves QOL in atopic patients with xerosis. Methods: Thirty-five (35) adults with xerosis and AD received a moisturizer designed for AD to apply daily for three months. Adherence was assessed with electronic monitors. Quality of life (QOL) was assessed with the Dermatology Life Quality Index (DLQI) at baseline and follow-up. Results: Mean adherence to the moisturizer was 46%. Dryness improved from 1.9 at baseline to 1.4 at follow-up (P=0.02). DLQI improved from 3.3 at baseline to 1.5 at 3 months (P=0.005). The "feeling self-conscious or embarrassed due to their skin condition" DLQI item improved from 0.79 at baseline to 0.14 at 3 months (P=0.0009). Conclusion: Moisturizers are the foundation of AD treatment. Even non-medicated topical emollients can improve QOL in patients with AD. J Drugs Dermatol. 2023;22(12):e51-e52. doi:10.36849/JDD.7036e.
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Singh R, Perche PO, Kelly KA, Cook MK, Balogh EA, Richardson IM, Feldman SR. Topical Ivermectin Is Associated With Improved Erythematotelangiectatic, Papulopustular, and Phymatous Rosacea in a Secondary Analysis. J Drugs Dermatol 2023; 22:1063-1064. [PMID: 37801528] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/08/2023]
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Rosacea has variable clinical presentation consisting of four overlapping phenotypes: erythematotelangiectatic, papulopustular, phymatous, and ocular.1 Rosacea's pathogenesis involves increased cutaneous density of Demodex folliculorum mites, which drive inflammation through activation of Toll-like receptor-2.1,2 Thus, topical ivermectin (IVM) 1.0% cream's anti-inflammatory and acaricidal activity provides an effective and targeted treatment for moderate-to-severe rosacea. However, literature assessing IVM is limited to efficacy in treating the papulopustular presentation, limiting generalizability.1,3,4 Although our primary endpoint was to assess patient adherence, the objective of this secondary analysis was to assess IVM efficacy in rosacea, regardless of clinical presentation.
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Perche PO, Singh R, Cook MK, Kelly KA, Balogh EA, Richardson I, Feldman SR. The Patient-Physician Relationship and Adherence: Observations From a Clinical Study. J Drugs Dermatol 2023; 22:838-839. [PMID: 37556519 DOI: 10.36849/jdd.7103] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/11/2023]
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Improved patient-physician relationships (PPR) are associated with better patient satisfaction and disease outcomes, however, there is limited literature assessing how PPR affects adherence in dermatology. We recruited 30 subjects with a clinical diagnosis of rosacea. Subjects were instructed to use ivermectin 1% cream once daily for 3 months and adherence was measured using the Medication Event Monitoring System cap. The Patient-Doctor Relationship Questionnaire (PDRQ-9), a validated questionnaire assessing patients’ perceived strength of the relationship with their doctor, was completed. Mean adherence for all subjects over three months of the study was 62%. PDRQ-9 scores positively correlated with adherence rates for 3 months of treatment (r(26)=0.52; P=0.006). The perceived strength of the PPR may have a role in patients’ adherence to their medications. Improving the PPR, through empathy and effective communication, may facilitate better medication adherence and treatment outcomes. Perche PO, Singh R, Cook MK, et al. The patient-physician relationship and adherence: observations from a clinical study. J Drugs Dermatol. 2023;22(8):838-839. doi:10.36849/JDD.7103.
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Heron CE, Purvis CG, Balogh EA, Purvis RS, Feldman SR. Oversight of in-office dispensing and samples in dermatology. Clin Dermatol 2023; 41:271-278. [PMID: 37453714 DOI: 10.1016/j.clindermatol.2023.06.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/18/2023]
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The provision of samples and in-office dispensing of products and medications to patients are important, yet often controversial, practices in dermatology. Opinions on the practices of sampling and in-office dispensing vary greatly among dermatologists. Ultimately, there are several advantages and disadvantages associated with each practice, and common topics of discussion include ethics, costs, safety, and adherence. Many of the concerns associated with the practices of sampling and dispensing in dermatology may be mitigated by careful consideration and action by prescribers. Providers should be aware of their current practices surrounding these issues and, if used, methods by which these practices can be improved to optimize patient care. With careful consideration, it may be possible to practice sampling and dispensing of products and medications safely, ethically, and to the patients' advantage as an integral part of the dermatology practice.
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- Courtney E Heron
- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA.
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA; Department of Pathology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA; Department of Social Sciences and Health Policy, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA; Department of Dermatology, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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Cook MK, Kelly KA, Perche PO, Singh R, Balogh EA, Richardson I, Feldman SR. Patients who feel more accountable are more adherent: A clinical study in patients with xerosis. J Am Acad Dermatol 2023; 88:481-483. [PMID: 35772598 DOI: 10.1016/j.jaad.2022.06.028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/23/2022] [Revised: 06/08/2022] [Accepted: 06/13/2022] [Indexed: 01/18/2023]
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- Madison K Cook
- Department of Dermatology, Center for Dermatology Research, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
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- Department of Dermatology, Center for Dermatology Research, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina
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- Department of Dermatology, Center for Dermatology Research, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina
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- Department of Dermatology, Center for Dermatology Research, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina
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- Department of Dermatology, Center for Dermatology Research, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina
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- Department of Dermatology, Center for Dermatology Research, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina
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- Department of Dermatology, Center for Dermatology Research, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina; Department of Pathology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina; Department of Social Sciences & Health Policy, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston- Salem, North Carolina; Department of Dermatology, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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Zaino ML, Purvis C, Balogh EA, Martin ED, Masicampo EJ, Feldman SR. A Survey Assessing Counseling Strategies to Increase Sunscreen Use. J Cutan Med Surg 2023; 27:60-61. [PMID: 36184933 DOI: 10.1177/12034754221130032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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- Mallory L Zaino
- 12279 Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- 12279 Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- 12279 Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- 12279 Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- 12279 Department of Psychology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- 12279 Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA.,12279 Department of Pathology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA.,12279 Department of Public Health Sciences, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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Perche PO, Singh R, Cook MK, Kelly KA, Balogh EA, Richardson I, Feldman SR. Greater rosacea severity correlates with greater adherence and improvement in a clinical study. J Am Acad Dermatol 2023; 88:209-210. [PMID: 35490832 DOI: 10.1016/j.jaad.2022.04.037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2022] [Revised: 04/18/2022] [Accepted: 04/22/2022] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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- Patrick O Perche
- Department of Dermatology, Center for Dermatology Research, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
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- Department of Dermatology, Center for Dermatology Research, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina
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- Department of Dermatology, Center for Dermatology Research, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina
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- Department of Dermatology, Center for Dermatology Research, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina
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- Department of Dermatology, Center for Dermatology Research, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina
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- Department of Dermatology, Center for Dermatology Research, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina
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- Department of Dermatology, Center for Dermatology Research, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina; Department of Pathology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina; Department of Social Sciences & Health Policy, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina
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Singh R, Balogh EA, Senthilnathan A, Richardson IM, Kaplan SG, Feldman SR, Pichardo RO. Fear of Negative Evaluation in Hidradenitis Suppurativa Patients is Correlated with Worse Quality of Life: An Observational Study. Br J Dermatol 2022; 187:788-790. [DOI: 10.1111/bjd.21694] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/23/2022] [Revised: 05/17/2022] [Accepted: 05/31/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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- Rohan Singh
- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology Wake Forest School of Medicine Winston‐Salem North Carolina USA
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology Wake Forest School of Medicine Winston‐Salem North Carolina USA
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology Wake Forest School of Medicine Winston‐Salem North Carolina USA
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology Wake Forest School of Medicine Winston‐Salem North Carolina USA
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- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine Wake Forest School of Medicine Winston‐Salem North Carolina USA
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology Wake Forest School of Medicine Winston‐Salem North Carolina USA
- Department of Pathology Wake Forest School of Medicine Winston‐Salem North Carolina USA
- Department of Public Health Sciences Wake Forest School of Medicine Winston‐Salem North Carolina USA
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology Wake Forest School of Medicine Winston‐Salem North Carolina USA
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Balogh EA, Beuerlein KG, Feldman SR. Choosing the appropriate pharmacotherapy for Morgellons disease: an expert perspective. Expert Opin Pharmacother 2022; 23:527-530. [DOI: 10.1080/14656566.2022.2029407] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Esther A. Balogh
- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA
- Department of Pathology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA
- Department of Social Sciences & Health Policy, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA
- Department of Dermatology, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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Sahni VN, Balogh EA, Strowd LC, Feldman SR. An update to the 2013-2014 American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) guidelines for the pharmacological management of atopic dermatitis. Expert Opin Pharmacother 2021; 23:517-526. [PMID: 34758685 DOI: 10.1080/14656566.2021.1999412] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
Abstract
INTRODUCTION Atopic dermatitis is a common dermatologic condition that affects millions of people worldwide, and a standardized approach to treatment was published by the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) in 2013-14. Since 2014, new FDA-approved treatment options such as dupilumab and crisaborole have changed the landscape of AD management, and future therapies such as JAK inhibitors and anti-interleukin 13 and 31 antibodies appear effective, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive review to give clinicians an updated toolbox to aid in pharmacologic management. AREAS COVERED In this review, the authors explore the updated efficacy and safety data on established therapeutic options for AD including topical corticosteroids, topical calcineurin inhibitors, cyclosporine, azathioprine, methotrexate, and mycophenolate mofetil. In addition, the authors also explore trial data and studies on dupilumab, crisaborole, omalizumab, tofacitinib, ruxolinitib, abrocitinib, baricitinib, upadacitinib, delgocitinib, nemoliuzumab, and tralokinumab. EXPERT OPINION The AAD guidelines must be updated in the future to include several new treatment modalities that have revolutionized the pharmacologic management of patients with AD, including dupilumab and crisaborole. The future of AD treatment is also extremely bright, as JAK inhibitors and Il-13/31 antibodies have shown convincing results in the improvement of AD patients' lives in various trials and studies that have been examined in this paper.
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- Vikram N Sahni
- Drexel University College of Medicine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA.,Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA.,Department of Pathology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA.,Department of Social Sciences & Health Policy, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA.,Department of Dermatology, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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Shah PM, Balogh EA, Van Gorkom AR, Brown PJ, Feldman SR. Developing electronic monitor adapters for dermatologic medication containers: A methods paper. Skin Res Technol 2021; 28:371-373. [PMID: 35246897 PMCID: PMC9907594 DOI: 10.1111/srt.13124] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/27/2021] [Accepted: 10/16/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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- Pooja M. Shah
- Center for Dermatology Research Wake Forest School of Medicine Winston‐Salem North Carolina USA
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- Center for Dermatology Research Wake Forest School of Medicine Winston‐Salem North Carolina USA
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering Wake Forest School of Medicine Winston‐Salem North Carolina USA
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering Wake Forest School of Medicine Winston‐Salem North Carolina USA
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- Center for Dermatology Research Wake Forest School of Medicine Winston‐Salem North Carolina USA
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Freeman EE, Chamberlin GC, McMahon DE, Hruza GJ, Wall D, Meah N, Sinclair R, Balogh EA, Feldman SR, Lowes MA, Marzano AV, Naik HB, Castelo-Soccio L, Lara-Corrales I, Cordoro KM, Mahil SK, Griffiths CEM, Smith CH, Irvine AD, Spuls PI, Flohr C, French LE. Dermatology COVID-19 Registries: Updates and Future Directions. Dermatol Clin 2021; 39:575-585. [PMID: 34556247 PMCID: PMC8165090 DOI: 10.1016/j.det.2021.05.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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- Esther E Freeman
- Department of Dermatology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, 55 Fruit St, Boston, MA 02114, USA; Medical Practice Evaluation Center, Mongan Institute, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA.
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- Medical Practice Evaluation Center, Mongan Institute, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, 55 Fruit St, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, Saint Louis University School of Medicine, Saint Louis, MO, USA
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- Hair Restoration Blackrock, Dublin, Ireland; National and International Skin Registry Solutions (NISR), Charles Institute of Dermatology, Dublin, Ireland; School of Medicine, University College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
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- St Helens & Knowsley NHS Trust, Marshalls Cross Road, St. Helens WA9 3DA, UK; Manchester University, Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health, Oxford Road, Manchester, UK
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- Sinclair Dermatology, East Melbourne, Victoria 3002, Australia
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston Salem, NC, USA
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston Salem, NC, USA
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- Dermatology Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy; Department of Pathophysiology and Transplantation, Università degli Studi di Milano, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, University of California, San Francisco, CA, USA
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- Section of Pediatric Dermatology, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Section of Pediatric Dermatology, Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Canada
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- Department of Dermatology, University of California, San Francisco, CA, USA
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- St John's Institute of Dermatology, King's College London and Guy's & St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- Dermatology Centre, Salford Royal Hospital, NIHR Manchester Biomedical Research Centre, University of Manchester, Manchester, UK
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- St John's Institute of Dermatology, King's College London and Guy's & St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- Clinical Medicine, Trinity College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
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- Department of Dermatology, Public Health and Epidemiology; Immunity and Infections, Amsterdam University Medical Centers, Location Academic Medical Center, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Unit for Population-Based Dermatology Research, St John's Institute of Dermatology, King's College London and Guy's & St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- Department of Dermatology, University Hospital, Munich University of Ludwig Maximilian, Munich, Germany; Dr. Philip Frost Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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Wall D, Alhusayen R, Arents B, Apfelbacher C, Balogh EA, Bokhari L, Bloem M, Bosma AL, Burton T, Castelo-Soccio L, Fagan N, Feldman SR, Fletcher G, Flohr C, Freeman E, French LE, Griffiths CEM, Hruza GJ, Ingram JR, Kappelman MD, Lara-Corrales I, Lim HW, Meah N, McMahon DE, Mahil SK, McNicoll I, Musters A, Naik HB, Sinclair R, Smith CH, Spuls P, Tobin DJ, York K, Irvine AD. Learning from disease registries during a pandemic: Moving toward an international federation of patient registries. Clin Dermatol 2021; 39:467-478. [PMID: 34518006 PMCID: PMC8432911 DOI: 10.1016/j.clindermatol.2021.01.018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
Abstract
High-quality dermatology patient registries often require considerable time to develop and produce meaningful data. Development time is influenced by registry complexity and regulatory hurdles that vary significantly nationally and institutionally. The rapid emergence of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) global pandemic has challenged health services in an unprecedented manner. Mobilization of the dermatology community in response has included rapid development and deployment of multiple, partially harmonized, international patient registries, reinventing established patient registry timelines. Partnership with patient organizations has demonstrated the critical nature of inclusive patient involvement. This global effort has demonstrated the value, capacity, and necessity for the dermatology community to adopt a more cohesive approach to patient registry development and data sharing that can lead to myriad benefits. These include improved utilization of limited resources, increased data interoperability, improved ability to rapidly collect meaningful data, and shortened response times to generate real-world evidence. We call on the global dermatology community to support the development of an international federation of patient registries to consolidate and operationalize the lessons learned during this pandemic. This will provide an enduring means of applying this knowledge to the maintenance and development of sustainable, coherent, and impactful patient registries of benefit now and in the future.
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- Dmitri Wall
- Hair Restoration Blackrock, Dublin, Ireland; National and International Skin Registry Solutions (NISR), Charles Institute of Dermatology, University College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland; School of Medicine, University College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland.
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- Division of Dermatology and Sunnybrook Research Institute, University of Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Dutch Association for People with Atopic Dermatitis, Nijkerk, the Netherlands
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- Institute of Social Medicine and Health Systems Research, Medical Faculty, Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg, Magdeburg, Germany; Family Medicine and Primary Care, Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston Salem, North Carolina, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam Public Health, Infection and Immunity, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Dermatology, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam Public Health, Infection and Immunity, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- University of Dublin, Trinity College, Dublin, Ireland
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston Salem, North Carolina, USA
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- National and International Skin Registry Solutions (NISR), Charles Institute of Dermatology, University College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
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- Unit for Population-Based Dermatology Research, St John's Institute of Dermatology, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust and King's College London, London, UK
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- Massachusetts General Hospital Department of Dermatology, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, University Hospital, Munich University of Ludwig Maximilian, Munich, Germany
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- Dermatology Centre, The University of Manchester and NIHR Manchester Biomedical Research Centre, Manchester, UK
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- St. Louis University Department of Dermatology, St. Louis, Missouri, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, Division of Infection & Immunity, Cardiff University, Cardiff, UK
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- Department of Pediatrics, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA
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- Section of Dermatology, Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Dermatology, Henry Ford Health System, Detroit, Michigan, USA
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- Sinclair Dermatology, Melbourne, Australia
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- Massachusetts General Hospital Department of Dermatology, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- St John's Institute of Dermatology, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust and King's College London, London, UK
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- Centre for Health Informatics and Multiprofessional Education (CHIME), University College London, London, UK
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- Department of Dermatology, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam Public Health, Infection and Immunity, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Dermatology, University of California, San Francisco, San Francisco, California, USA
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- St John's Institute of Dermatology, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust and King's College London, London, UK
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- Department of Dermatology, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam Public Health, Infection and Immunity, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- The Charles Institute of Dermatology, School of Medicine, University College Dublin, Belfield, Dublin, Ireland
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- Netcare Greenacres Hospital, Port Elizabeth, South Africa
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- National and International Skin Registry Solutions (NISR), Charles Institute of Dermatology, University College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland; Clinical Medicine, Trinity College, Dublin, Ireland
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Ghamrawi RI, Balogh EA, Hrin ML, Pham Q, Subash JJ, Huang WW, Feldman SR. 26452 Impact of COVID-19 on patient willingness to seek in-person dermatologic care. J Am Acad Dermatol 2021. [PMCID: PMC8349154 DOI: 10.1016/j.jaad.2021.06.423] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Wilson BN, Balogh EA, Rayhan DJ, Yousefzadeh DJ, Feldman SR. 28700 Chromate-induced allergic contact dermatitis treated with dupilumab. J Am Acad Dermatol 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jaad.2021.06.834] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Beuerlein KG, Balogh EA, Feldman SR. Morgellons disease etiology and therapeutic approach: a systematic review. Dermatol Online J 2021; 27. [PMID: 34755952 DOI: 10.5070/d327854682] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/13/2021] [Accepted: 09/13/2021] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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Morgellons disease is characterized by patient reports of fibers embedded in and protruding from the skin. Etiologies from infection to delusion have been endorsed, and treatment guidelines are not well-defined. The objective of this manuscript is to evaluate the existing evidence regarding the etiology and treatment of Morgellons disease in an effort to better inform clinical management. A PubMed search including key words "Morgellons," "delusional parasitosis and fibers," "delusions of parasitosis and fibers," or "delusional infestation and fibers" was completed. Original publications directly assessing etiology or treatment methods of Morgellons disease published between January, 2010 and the time of manuscript preparation were reviewed and evaluated. Sixteen articles regarding etiology were reviewed. All studies were correlative in nature with various limitations. Support for a psychiatric etiology was more widespread than support for an infectious etiology. Eleven articles regarding treatment efficacy were reviewed. Antipsychotic regimens have the most evidence of efficacy. Existing data regarding Morgellons disease suggests a psychiatric etiology and supports treatment with a low-dose antipsychotic agent once non-psychiatric causes have been excluded.
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC Department of Pathology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC Department of Social Sciences & Health Policy, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC Department of Dermatology, University of Southern Denmark, Odense.
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Objective Actinic keratoses (AKs) are cutaneous lesions that arise in sun-damaged skin.
AKs may transform into squamous cell carcinoma in situ. Tirbanibulin 1%
ointment is a new topical treatment for AKs, recently approved by the Food
and Drug Administration. Data Sources The PubMed database was searched for articles published from 1960 to March
31, 2021, using the keywords tirbanibulin and
Klisyri. Data Extraction Phase 2 and phase 3 clinical trials were reviewed. Data Synthesis In phase 2 clinical trials, 43% of patients treated with tirbanibulin
experienced complete clearance by day 57 (43% [95% CI = 32, 54]). Across two
phase 3 clinical trials (pooled data), complete (100%) clearance occurred in
49% of patients in tirbanibulin groups and in only 9% of the vehicle groups
(difference, 41% points; 95% CI = 35 to 47; P < 0.001).
Although no comparative studies are available, tirbanibulin is applied for a
shorter duration (5 days) compared with diclofenac 3% gel, fluorouracil 5%
cream, and imiquimod 3.75% cream. Adverse events were mild and included
pruritus, application site pain, and local skin reactions. Systemic adverse
events such as necrosis and angioedema, observed with other AK treatments
such as fluorouracil and imiquimod, were not observed with tirbanibulin,
thus giving tirbanibulin a favorable safety profile. Relevance to Patient Care and Clinical Practice Tirbanibulin effectively reduces AK burden and recurrence and has a favorable
safety profile with mild adverse events. In comparison, imiquimod,
5-flourouracil, and diclofenac can result in necrosis, angioedema, and
arthralgias. Conclusion With a favorable safety profile and short regimen, tirbanibulin is an
efficacious treatment for clinicians to utilize in their treatment toolbox
when treating AKs on the face and scalp.
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- Diem-Phuong D Dao
- Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond, VA, USA
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- University of Utah Health, Department of Dermatology, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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- Wake Forest School of Medicine, Department of Dermatology Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- R&D and Medical Affairs, Almirall US, Exton, PA, USA
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- Wake Forest School of Medicine, Department of Dermatology Winston-Salem, NC, USA.,University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a prevalent inflammatory skin condition that, depending on its severity, can cause enormous morbidity. Corticosteroids and systemic immunosuppression, traditionally standard of care for difficult-to-treat disease, have many undesirable side effects. The desire for targeted treatments along with an improved understanding of the pathophysiology of AD has spurred the development of novel treatments. In this article, we review promising new treatments and discuss how their targets—IL-13, IL-31, OX40 (CD134), and the Janus kinase family of proteins—participate in the pathogenesis of AD. We review the published phase II and III data for dupilumab, tralokinumab, lebrikizumab, nemolizumab, anti-OX40 antibody, baricitinib, abrocitinib, and upadacitinib. The introduction of new agents may offer new options, but it remains to be seen how narrow-acting agents, like single interleukin inhibitors, will compare in safety and efficacy to broad-acting agents such as JAK inhibitors.
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- Megan Newsom
- Department of Dermatology, Center for Dermatology Research, Medical Center Boulevard, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, 27157-1071, USA.
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- Department of Dermatology, Center for Dermatology Research, Medical Center Boulevard, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, 27157-1071, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, Center for Dermatology Research, Medical Center Boulevard, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, 27157-1071, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, Center for Dermatology Research, Medical Center Boulevard, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, 27157-1071, USA.,Department of Pathology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA.,Department of Social Sciences and Health Policy, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA.,Department of Dermatology, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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- Department of Dermatology, Center for Dermatology Research, Medical Center Boulevard, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, 27157-1071, USA
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Purvis CG, Balogh EA, Heron CE, Feldman SR. Topical calcipotriol plus betamethasone dipropionate for the treatment of plaque psoriasis: a drug evaluation. Expert Opin Pharmacother 2021; 22:1107-1118. [PMID: 33745399 DOI: 10.1080/14656566.2021.1900825] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Introduction: Psoriasis is an inflammatory skin disease affecting approximately 3.2% of adults in the United States. The mainstay treatment for mild-to-moderate plaque psoriasis (the most common subtype and severity) is topical therapy.Areas covered:The fixed combination calcipotriol plus betamethasone dipropionate (BD) is an effective topical treatment for plaque psoriasis. Two therapies with separate actions - a Vitamin D analog and a high-potency topical corticosteroid - combined into a single medication allows for better efficacy and patient adherence. The treatment is available in ointment, gel, suspension, foam, and cream formulations. The authors elaborate on this and provide their expert perspectives.Expert opinion: Combination calcipotriol/BD offers several advantages over its separate product monotherapies, including better efficacy, safety, and ease of use. Newer calcipotriol/BD formulations include less messy vehicles, thus promoting improved adherence. Further data are needed on whether combination calcipotriol/BD will be cost-effective and whether insurers will place it in the treatment coverage algorithm. Due to its higher price, calcipotriol/BD will likely remain a second-line treatment option after generic topical corticosteroids.
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- Caitlin G Purvis
- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United States
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United States
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United States
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United States.,Department of Pathology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United States.,Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United States.,Department of Dermatology, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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Heron CE, Ghamrawi RI, Balogh EA, Feldman SR. Immunogenicity of Biologic and Biosimilar Therapies for Psoriasis and Impact of Novel Immunoassays for Immunogenicity Detection. Am J Clin Dermatol 2021; 22:221-231. [PMID: 33169802 DOI: 10.1007/s40257-020-00569-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/19/2020] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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Anti-drug antibodies (ADAs) may develop against originator biologic and biosimilar therapies used for the treatment of psoriasis and may be the cause of initial therapeutic non-response or diminished therapeutic response over time. Comparing immunogenicity between therapeutic agents is challenging owing to the variation in assays used for detection, among other reasons. Using the results of a PubMed search for psoriasis clinical trials disclosing the rates of ADAs for originator biologic and biosimilar therapies approved for the treatment of psoriasis within the last 5 years, this review discusses the rates and potential clinical impact of ADA formation in patients with psoriasis managed with originator biologic and biosimilar therapies, along with novel methods of ADA testing. Anti-drug antibodies are detectable in all biologic and biosimilar therapies approved for the treatment of psoriasis in the last 5 years, and the effect of ADAs on clinical response varies by agent. Novel immunoassays used for the detection of ADAs may have increased sensitivity compared with traditional assays, although the increased rate of detection may not correlate with decreased clinical response and the decision to test for the presence of ADAs may vary from patient to patient. Though ADA formation seems ubiquitous with the use of biologic agents for the treatment of psoriasis, the increased rates of ADAs detected by novel immunoassays may not necessarily correlate with decreased treatment efficacy.
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Tier HL, Balogh EA, Bashyam AM, Fleischer AB, Spergel JM, Masicampo EJ, Kammrath LK, Strowd LC, Feldman SR. Tolerability of and Adherence to Topical Treatments in Atopic Dermatitis: A Narrative Review. Dermatol Ther (Heidelb) 2021; 11:415-431. [PMID: 33599887 PMCID: PMC8019006 DOI: 10.1007/s13555-021-00500-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
Abstract
Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a common, chronic inflammatory skin disease that oftentimes requires complex therapy. Poor adherence is a major barrier to AD treatment success. An interspecialty, virtual roundtable panel was held, through which clinical dermatologists, allergists, and behavioral and social psychologists discussed AD management and adherence. Relevant literature was reviewed, and the content of this article was organized based on the roundtable discussion. Current guidelines for AD treatment include maintenance and acute therapy for mild-to-severe AD. Therapy is often complex and requires significant patient involvement, which may contribute to poor treatment adherence. Behavioral and social psychology strategies that may help improve adherence include scheduling timely follow-up appointments, using a clearly written eczema action plan (EAP), reducing perceived treatment burden, utilizing anchoring techniques, sharing anecdotes, and rewarding children using positive reinforcement and stickers. There are multiple practical ways by which providers can improve both the management and treatment adherence of patients with AD.
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- Heather L Tier
- Department of Dermatology, Center for Dermatology Research, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Medical Center Boulevard, Winston-Salem, NC, 27157-1071, USA.
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- Department of Dermatology, Center for Dermatology Research, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Medical Center Boulevard, Winston-Salem, NC, 27157-1071, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, Center for Dermatology Research, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Medical Center Boulevard, Winston-Salem, NC, 27157-1071, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, Center for Dermatology Research, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Medical Center Boulevard, Winston-Salem, NC, 27157-1071, USA.,Department of Dermatology, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Cincinnati, OH, USA
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- Department of Pediatrics, Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA.,Division of Allergy and Immunology, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Department of Psychology, Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- Department of Psychology, Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, Center for Dermatology Research, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Medical Center Boulevard, Winston-Salem, NC, 27157-1071, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, Center for Dermatology Research, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Medical Center Boulevard, Winston-Salem, NC, 27157-1071, USA.,Department of Pathology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA.,Department of Social Sciences and Health Policy, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA.,Department of Dermatology, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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Purvis CG, Balogh EA, Feldman SR. Clascoterone: How the Novel Androgen Receptor Inhibitor Fits Into the Acne Treatment Paradigm. Ann Pharmacother 2021; 55:1297-1299. [PMID: 33543640 DOI: 10.1177/1060028021992055] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Many patients with acne remain unsatisfied with results from the various topical treatments available and often do not improve, because of poor adherence. Even if topical clascoterone, a safe and effective treatment, were more potent than existing topicals, it could face the same poor adherence hurdle as existing treatments. Real-life efficacy will likely not reflect trial results because, for several reasons, adherence is better in trials than in real-life practice. Although topical clascoterone may be exciting initially for its promise to improve acne outcomes, the long-term place in therapy may be another topical option that minimally enhances patients' treatment outcomes.
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- Caitlin G Purvis
- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA.,Department of Pathology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA.,Department of Social Sciences & Health Policy, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA.,Department of Dermatology, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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Mahil SK, Dand N, Mason KJ, Yiu ZZN, Tsakok T, Meynell F, Coker B, McAteer H, Moorhead L, Mackenzie T, Rossi MT, Rivera R, Mahe E, Carugno A, Magnano M, Rech G, Balogh EA, Feldman SR, De La Cruz C, Choon SE, Naldi L, Lambert J, Spuls P, Jullien D, Bachelez H, McMahon DE, Freeman EE, Gisondi P, Puig L, Warren RB, Di Meglio P, Langan SM, Capon F, Griffiths CEM, Barker JN, Smith CH. Factors associated with adverse COVID-19 outcomes in patients with psoriasis-insights from a global registry-based study. J Allergy Clin Immunol 2021; 147:60-71. [PMID: 33075408 PMCID: PMC7566694 DOI: 10.1016/j.jaci.2020.10.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 94] [Impact Index Per Article: 31.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/10/2020] [Revised: 10/01/2020] [Accepted: 10/08/2020] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
Abstract
BACKGROUND The multimorbid burden and use of systemic immunosuppressants in people with psoriasis may confer greater risk of adverse outcomes of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), but the data are limited. OBJECTIVE Our aim was to characterize the course of COVID-19 in patients with psoriasis and identify factors associated with hospitalization. METHODS Clinicians reported patients with psoriasis with confirmed/suspected COVID-19 via an international registry, Psoriasis Patient Registry for Outcomes, Therapy and Epidemiology of COVID-19 Infection. Multiple logistic regression was used to assess the association between clinical and/or demographic characteristics and hospitalization. A separate patient-facing registry characterized risk-mitigating behaviors. RESULTS Of 374 clinician-reported patients from 25 countries, 71% were receiving a biologic, 18% were receiving a nonbiologic, and 10% were not receiving any systemic treatment for psoriasis. In all, 348 patients (93%) were fully recovered from COVID-19, 77 (21%) were hospitalized, and 9 (2%) died. Increased hospitalization risk was associated with older age (multivariable-adjusted odds ratio [OR] = 1.59 per 10 years; 95% CI = 1.19-2.13), male sex (OR = 2.51; 95% CI = 1.23-5.12), nonwhite ethnicity (OR = 3.15; 95% CI = 1.24-8.03), and comorbid chronic lung disease (OR = 3.87; 95% CI = 1.52-9.83). Hospitalization was more frequent in patients using nonbiologic systemic therapy than in those using biologics (OR = 2.84; 95% CI = 1.31-6.18). No significant differences were found between classes of biologics. Independent patient-reported data (n = 1626 across 48 countries) suggested lower levels of social isolation in individuals receiving nonbiologic systemic therapy than in those receiving biologics (OR = 0.68; 95% CI = 0.50-0.94). CONCLUSION In this international case series of patients with moderate-to-severe psoriasis, biologic use was associated with lower risk of COVID-19-related hospitalization than with use of nonbiologic systemic therapies; however, further investigation is warranted on account of potential selection bias and unmeasured confounding. Established risk factors (being older, being male, being of nonwhite ethnicity, and having comorbidities) were associated with higher hospitalization rates.
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- Satveer K Mahil
- St John's Institute of Dermatology, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust and King's College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Medical and Molecular Genetics, School of Basic and Medical Biosciences, Faculty of Life Sciences and Medicine, King's College London, London, United Kingdom; Health Data Research UK, London, United Kingdom
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- Dermatology Centre, Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust, The University of Manchester, Manchester Academic Health Science Centre, National Institute for Health Research Manchester Biomedical Research Centre, Manchester, United Kingdom
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- Dermatology Centre, Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust, The University of Manchester, Manchester Academic Health Science Centre, National Institute for Health Research Manchester Biomedical Research Centre, Manchester, United Kingdom
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- St John's Institute of Dermatology, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust and King's College London, London, United Kingdom
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- St John's Institute of Dermatology, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust and King's College London, London, United Kingdom
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- National Institute for Health Research Biomedical Research Centre at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, London, United Kingdom
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- The Psoriasis Association, Northampton, United Kingdom
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- St John's Institute of Dermatology, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust and King's College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Dermatology Department, Churchill Hospital, Oxford, United Kingdom
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- Dermatology Department, Hospital Universitario 12 de Octubre, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Dermatology, Hôpital Victor Dupouy, Argenteuil, France; Groupe de recherche sur le psoriasis (GrPso) de la Société Française de Dermatologie, Paris, France
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- Dermatology Unit, ASST Papa Giovanni XXIII Hospital, Bergamo, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Santa Chiara Hospital, Trento, Italy
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC
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- Jeffrey Cheah School Of Medicine and Health Sciences, Monash University, Subang Jaya, Selangor
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- Department of Dermatology, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium
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- Department of Dermatology, Amsterdam Public Health/Infection and Immunology, Amsterdam University Medical Centers, Location AMC, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Groupe de recherche sur le psoriasis (GrPso) de la Société Française de Dermatologie, Paris, France; Department of Dermatology, Edouard Herriot Hospital, Hospices Civils de Lyon, Lyon, France
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- Department of Dermatology, AP-HP Hôpital Saint-Louis, Paris, France; INSERM U1163, Imagine Institute for Human Genetic Diseases, Université de Paris, Paris, France
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- Department of Dermatology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Mass
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- Section of Dermatology and Venereology, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Dermatology Centre, Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust, The University of Manchester, Manchester Academic Health Science Centre, National Institute for Health Research Manchester Biomedical Research Centre, Manchester, United Kingdom
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- St. John's Institute of Dermatology, School of Basic & Medical Biosciences, Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine, King's College London, London, United Kingdom
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- St John's Institute of Dermatology, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust and King's College London, London, United Kingdom; Faculty of Epidemiology, and Population Health, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Medical and Molecular Genetics, School of Basic and Medical Biosciences, Faculty of Life Sciences and Medicine, King's College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Dermatology Centre, Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust, The University of Manchester, Manchester Academic Health Science Centre, National Institute for Health Research Manchester Biomedical Research Centre, Manchester, United Kingdom
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- St. John's Institute of Dermatology, School of Basic & Medical Biosciences, Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine, King's College London, London, United Kingdom
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- St John's Institute of Dermatology, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust and King's College London, London, United Kingdom.
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Freeze ME, Balogh EA, Cline A, Feldman SR, Fleischer AB. Comparing prescribing patterns for topical corticosteroids based on their FDA indication by age. Pediatr Dermatol 2021; 38:115-118. [PMID: 33170543 DOI: 10.1111/pde.14442] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVES Atopic dermatitis (AD) affects up to 20% of the pediatric population, with a growing prevalence over the past 30 years. Topical corticosteroids (TCS) are commonly used as a first-line topical therapy for AD and are prescribed in 59% of all AD visits. However, some topical corticosteroids are prescribed outside of their age range indications. This paper aims to explore the frequency with which topical corticosteroids are prescribed for AD outside of their FDA-approved age range. METHODS Data on prescribing patterns for AD were obtained from the National Ambulatory Medical Care Survey (NAMCS). We assessed the frequency of off-label use of topical corticosteroids with respect to age indications in four specific age-groups, as delineated in the data (0-1, 2-7, 8-18, and 19+ years). RESULTS All prescribed topical corticosteroids found in the NAMCS database have an indication for AD or other inflammatory dermatoses or pruritic dermatoses. However, some medications were prescribed outside of their FDA-approved age indications. These off-label prescription rates ranged from 52% for desoximetasone to 0% for halobetasol and alclometasone, or rates lower than could be detected by our study. CONCLUSIONS Much like other medications for AD treatment, TCS are sometimes used off-label. The off-label use of topical corticosteroids to treat pediatric AD highlights a gap between clinical practice and regulating guidelines. Additional pediatric studies would offer a greater body of evidence to maintain or expand label indications for the use of TCS in younger patients.
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- Megan E Freeze
- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA.,Department of Pathology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA.,Department of Social Sciences & Health Policy, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA.,Department of Dermatology, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH, USA
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Ranpariya V, Balogh EA, Feldman SR. Treating a chronic disease without chronic adherence. J DERMATOL TREAT 2020; 32:131. [PMID: 33355499 DOI: 10.1080/09546634.2020.1869038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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- Varun Ranpariya
- Center for Dermatology Research, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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Psoriasis is a systemic immunologic disorder associated with decreased quality of life and numerous co-morbidities, including psoriatic arthritis and cardiovascular disease. Secukinumab, a fully human IgG1 monoclonal antibody, selectively binds IL-17A and is approved by the US FDA and European Medicines Agency for moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. This review examines the efficacy and safety of secukinumab for the treatment of psoriasis using the literature retrieved from the PubMed database. In clinical trials, treatment with secukinumab led to rapid and sustained improvement in Psoriasis Area and Severity Index (PASI) scores, with PASI 90 response rates up to 68.5% at 5 years. Long-term clinical trial and real-world data have established secukinumab as a safe and effective treatment for psoriasis.
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- Scott H Berg
- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA.,Department of Pathology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA.,Department of Social Sciences & Health Policy, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA.,Department of Dermatology, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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Introduction: Estimates of the prevalence of comorbid depression vary, ranging from 9 and 62%. Deterioration of mental health may emerge as a result of psoriasis; however, it is theorized that depression alone may independently predispose patients to new-onset psoriasis.Areas covered: The aim of this brief review is to explore the impact of depression on psoriasis treatment.Expert opinion: The two studies that directly assess the role of depression in psoriasis treatment outcomes are important, as unaddressed depression can undermine the success of a given treatment. This may reflect the notion that depressed individuals are less likely to be adherent. Thus, it may be valuable for clinicians to not only screen for depression, but to ensure that it is adequately treated. Our knowledge of treatment preferences in psoriasis patients with comorbid depression is limited. Expanding our understanding of preferences may allow providers to better align their recommendations to ultimately increase adherence. Additionally, given that many psoriasis treatments have an impact on depression, it may be beneficial for clinicians to evaluate patients for psychiatric risk factors to optimize the treatment regimen.
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- Katheryn A Bell
- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA.,Department of Pathology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA.,Department of Social Sciences & Health Policy, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA.,Department of Dermatology, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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INTRODUCTION Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic inflammatory skin condition characterized by erythematous lesions, pruritus, and a skin barrier defect. Long-term treatment in children is challenging, as there is only one Food and Drug Administration-approved systemic medication. Current treatments may have limited efficacy or serious side effects in children. With a deeper understanding of AD pathogenesis and the advent of target-specific medications, several biologics are undergoing clinical trials for future use in pediatric AD. AREAS COVERED This article reviews the current and emerging biologic therapies for treatment of pediatric AD. It allows for comprehensive comparison of medications and their clinical trials to help providers optimize patient treatment plans while providing expert insight into upcoming advancements in the treatment of pediatric AD. EXPERT OPINION Treating pediatric AD is complicated given the variety of disease severity, psychosocial impact, and relative lack of approved medications for severe disease. Given the safety data on dupilumab, newer biologics will likely be second-line. We do not yet understand the long-term impact of newer biologics on an immature immune system, nor do we fully understand their risks and toxicities. We should proceed optimistically, yet cautiously, with the study of biologics in children.
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- Rima Ghamrawi
- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine , Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine , Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine , Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine , Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine , Winston-Salem, NC, USA.,Department of Pathology, Wake Forest School of Medicine , Winston-Salem, NC, USA.,Department of Social Sciences & Health Policy, Wake Forest School of Medicine , Winston-Salem, NC, USA.,Department of Dermatology, University of Southern Denmark , Odense, Denmark
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Singh R, Balogh EA, Feldman SR. Update on IL-17 Inhibitors for Psoriasis. Curr Derm Rep 2020. [DOI: 10.1007/s13671-020-00322-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Gadarowski MB, Balogh EA, Bashyam AM, Feldman SR. Examining recommendations for the use of biologics and other systemic therapies during COVID-19: a review and comparison of available dermatology guidelines and patient registries. J DERMATOL TREAT 2020; 33:1208-1212. [PMID: 32772743 DOI: 10.1080/09546634.2020.1808154] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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BACKGROUND The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) has an affinity for almost every organ system, including the skin. This review article will compile and compare dermatology guidelines related to the dermatologic care of patients during the COVID-19 pandemic. OBJECTIVE To review and compare the available guidelines and recommendations on use of biologics and other systemic therapies in dermatology patients. METHODS We conducted a search for guidelines and recommendations for dermatology providers, with specific attention to the management of biologics and non-biologic systemic agents during COVID-19. International and United States-based guidelines specific to the field of dermatology and guidance for healthcare providers were used as inclusion criteria. Available registries were included as well. CONCLUSION The guidelines stress a shared decision-making approach with risk-benefit analysis and treatment strategy modifications tailored to each unique patient case. The guidelines were all concordant with one another in highlighting the importance that patients should not discontinue their medications without first speaking with their providers.
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- Mary Beth Gadarowski
- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA.,Department of Pathology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA.,Department of Social Sciences & Health Policy, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA.,Department of Dermatology, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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Svoboda SA, Balogh EA, Feldman SR. Balancing rules with common sense in the protection of human subjects. J DERMATOL TREAT 2020; 31:661. [PMID: 32162573 DOI: 10.1080/09546634.2020.1742437] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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- Steven A Svoboda
- Center for Dermatology Research, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA.,Department of Pathology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA.,Department of Social Sciences & Health Policy, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston- Salem, NC, USA.,Department of Dermatology, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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Freeman EE, McMahon DE, Hruza GJ, Irvine AD, Spuls PI, Smith CH, Mahil SK, Castelo-Soccio L, Cordoro KM, Lara-Corrales I, Naik HB, Alhusayen R, Ingram JR, Feldman SR, Balogh EA, Kappelman MD, Wall D, Meah N, Sinclair R, Beylot-Barry M, Fitzgerald M, French LE, Lim HW, Griffiths CEM, Flohr C. International collaboration and rapid harmonization across dermatologic COVID-19 registries. J Am Acad Dermatol 2020; 83:e261-e266. [PMID: 32562840 PMCID: PMC7833847 DOI: 10.1016/j.jaad.2020.06.050] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/27/2020] [Accepted: 06/08/2020] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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- Esther E Freeman
- Department of Dermatology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts; Medical Practice Evaluation Center, Mongan Institute, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts.
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- Department of Dermatology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Department of Dermatology, Saint Louis University School of Medicine, Saint Louis, Missouri
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- Clinical Medicine, Trinity College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
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- Department of Dermatology, Public Health and Epidemiology; Immunity and Infections, Amsterdam University Medical Centers, location Academic Medical Center, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- St John's Institute of Dermatology, King's College London and Guy's & St Thomas' National Health Service Foundation Trust, London, United Kingdom
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- St John's Institute of Dermatology, King's College London and Guy's & St Thomas' National Health Service Foundation Trust, London, United Kingdom
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- Section of Pediatric Dermatology, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- Department of Dermatology, University of California, San Francisco, San Francisco, California
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- Section of Pediatric Dermatology, Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Dermatology, University of California, San Francisco, San Francisco, California
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- Sunnybrook Research Institute, Dermatology Division, Department of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Division of Infection and Immunity, Department of Dermatology & Academic Wound Healing, Cardiff University, Cardiff, United Kingdom
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina
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- Department of Pediatrics, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, North Carolina
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- Hair Restoration Blackrock, Dublin, Ireland; National and International Skin Registry Solutions (NISR), Charles Institute of Dermatology, Dublin, Ireland
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- Sinclair Dermatology, East Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- French Society of Dermatology and Department of Dermatology, University Hospital of Bordeaux, Bordeaux, France
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- Department of Dermatology, University Hospital, Munich University of Ludwig Maximilian, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Henry Ford Health System, Detroit, Michigan
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- Dermatology Centre, Salford Royal Hospital, National Institute for Health Research, Manchester Biomedical Research Centre, University of Manchester, Manchester, United Kingdom
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- Unit for Population-Based Dermatology Research, St John's Institute of Dermatology, King's College London and Guy's & St Thomas' National Health Service Foundation Trust, London, United Kingdom
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Mendes JT, Balogh EA, Strowd LC, Feldman SR. An evaluation of baricitinib as a therapeutic option for adult patients with moderate to severe atopic dermatitis. Expert Opin Pharmacother 2020; 21:1027-1033. [PMID: 32208940 DOI: 10.1080/14656566.2020.1739268] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/17/2019] [Accepted: 03/03/2020] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Moderate-to-severe AD burdens a large proportion of AD patients and may represent an inadequacy of treatment options available for resistant disease. AREAS COVERED This review provides an overview of the therapies for moderate-to-severe AD in late-stage development and in the clinic, and focuses on baricitinib as an emerging therapeutic option. Baricitinib is an orally available selective JAK1/JAK2 inhibitor that is approved for use in the treatment of moderate-to-severe rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Baricitinib decreases AD lesions, disease severity, and improves quality of life. Overall, the small molecule inhibitor is well tolerated. However, its black-box warnings in the RA population raise a concern for its long-term safety. EXPERT OPINION Baricitinib is a promising treatment modality for moderate-to-severe AD. Its primary advantage over dupilumab, the revolutionary biologic agent approved for AD, is that patients prefer an oral medication over an injection. However, providers will likely prescribe an injectable over an oral medication if baricitinib has an unfavorable safety profile. Insurance coverage of baricitinib will also have a major role in clinical use. Baricitinib will likely face competition from other JAK inhibitors in the future; however, it will have an advantage if it becomes the first FDA-approved medication of its kind for resistant AD.
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- Jocelyn T Mendes
- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine , Winston-Salem, North Carolina
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine , Winston-Salem, North Carolina
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine , Winston-Salem, North Carolina
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine , Winston-Salem, North Carolina
- Department of Pathology, Wake Forest School of Medicine , Winston-Salem, NC, USA
- Department of Social Sciences & Health Policy, Wake Forest School of Medicine , Winston-Salem, NC, USA
- Department of Dermatology, University of Southern Denmark , Odense, Denmark
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- Esther A Balogh
- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina.,Department of Pathology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina.,Department of Social Sciences & Health Policy, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston- Salem, North Carolina.,Department of Dermatology, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina
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INTRODUCTION Psoriasis is a common, chronic inflammatory skin condition that affects 2-3% of the US population and represents a large psychosocial burden for patients. Over the last decade, highly effective targeted therapies for psoriasis have been developed - namely, those targeting interleukin (IL)-17 and IL-23. The success of biologic agents targeting IL-17 and IL-23 underscores the importance of the IL-23/T helper (Th)17 cell axis in psoriasis pathogenesis. Oral small molecule drugs - such as Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors, tyrosine kinase 2 (TYK2) inhibitors, and fumaric acid esters (FAEs) - are also being investigated for the treatment of psoriasis. AREAS COVERED This article reviews systemic biologic and oral small molecule drugs currently undergoing clinical trials for the treatment of plaque psoriasis. EXPERT OPINION Many patients with psoriasis have mild disease, and many with mild disease do not seek medical care for their condition. Many patients with mild disease could be adequately treated with topical treatments and phototherapy; however, adherence and feasibility have often been an issue with these treatment types. There seems to be limited room for development of novel biologics, as the existing ones are extraordinarily safe, effective, and convenient with few injections. Patients would prefer a safe, effective oral treatment; however, JAK inhibitors seem unlikely to fill this role completely.
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- Esther A Balogh
- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine , Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine , Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine , Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine , Winston-Salem, NC, USA.,Department of Pathology, Wake Forest School of Medicine , Winston-Salem, NC, USA.,Department of Social Sciences & Health Policy, Wake Forest School of Medicine , Winston-Salem, NC, USA.,Department of Dermatology, University of Southern Denmark , Odense, Denmark
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Wilson BN, Balogh EA, Feldman SR. Medications in dermatology are safer and more efficient than they used to be. Expert Opin Drug Saf 2020; 19:359-360. [PMID: 32065544 DOI: 10.1080/14740338.2020.1731171] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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- Britney N Wilson
- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- Center for Dermatology Research, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA.,Department of Pathology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA.,Department of Social Sciences & Health Policy, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston- Salem, NC, USA.,Department of Dermatology, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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