Search PubMed⌕ Search

SEARCH · Search PubMed

Results for “Pyoderma Gangrenosum”

Search indexed PubMed citations on genomics, clinical trials, systematic reviews and public health. Explore titles, authors and supplied subject terms, then open the PubMed record.

Quote a phrase for an exact phrase match. Source license links do not imply unrestricted reuse.

At least 1,369 records · Page 76Linked to original sources

[Topical corticosteroids versus topical inhibitors of calcineurin].

Topical corticosteroids (TCC) have significantly shaped dermatological therapy for five decades. A few months ago the TCC were joined by competition, the topical inhibitors of calcineurin (TIC), wrongly termed topical immunomodulators. The present paper reviews the pharmacological effects and clinical efficacy of TIC, compares the risks, benefits and costs of those two groups of topical drugs and develops a position on the use of TIC. While TIC have ushered in a new era of topical anti-inflammatory therapy, the age of TCC is far from over.

Acute Disease↗

Hereditary auto-inflammatory disorders and biologics.

The term auto-inflammatory disorders has been coined to describe a group of conditions characterized by spontaneously relapsing and remitting bouts of systemic inflammation without apparent involvement of antigen-specific T cells or significant production of auto-antibodies. The hereditary periodic fever syndromes are considered as the prototypic auto-inflammatory diseases, and genetic studies have yielded important new insights into innate immunity. DNA analysis has greatly enhanced the clinical characterization of these conditions, and elucidation of their molecular aetiopathogenesis has suggested that therapies may be aimed at specific targets within the immune cascade. The availability of biologic response modifiers such as inhibitors of tumour necrosis factor (TNF) and interleukin-1beta has greatly improved the outlook for some of these disorders, although effective therapies remain elusive in patients with certain conditions, including hyperimmunoglobulinaemia-D with periodic fever syndrome (HIDS) and a proportion of those with TNF-receptor associated periodic syndrome (TRAPS). Indeed, outstanding challenges and the unique potential to further elucidate molecular mechanisms in innate immunity are illustrated by the dashed early hope that TNF blockade would be a panacea for TRAPS: not only is etanercept (Enbrel) ineffective in some cases, but there are anecdotal reports of this condition being greatly exacerbated by infliximab (Remicade).

Acne Vulgaris↗

Treatment of the extraintestinal manifestations of inflammatory bowel disease.

There is a paucity of randomized, controlled therapy studies of the extraintestinal manifestations of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Most current therapeutic approaches are empiric or based on approaches to therapy in other settings. In the past year anecdotal evidence has emerged for the use of therapies that neutralize tumor necrosis factor-a in both ankylosing spondylitis and the dermatologic extraintestinal manifestations. Topical tacrolimus has also emerged as a potentially useful therapy for dermatologic manifestations. Finally, patients with IBD occasionally become transplant recipients. One study reported worsening IBD after orthotopic liver transplantation for primary sclerosing cholangitis, and another reported the benefit of renal transplantation in amyloidosis-induced renal failure.

Antibodies, Monoclonal↗

Myelodysplastic syndrome and associated skin lesions: a review of the literature.

The skin involvement of the myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) can take the form of either a neoplastic infiltration or various non specific lesions. The occurrence of these lesions may be the presenting feature of the disease (MDS) or may herald its progression to acute leukemia. Recognition and early diagnosis have therapeutic and prognostic significance.

Adolescent↗

Cytophagic histiocytic panniculitis--a syndrome associated with benign and malignant panniculitis: case comparison and review of the literature.

Many cases of hemophagocytic syndromes with cytophagic histiocytic panniculitis (CHP) are being classified and considered as a natural disease progression of subcutaneous panniculitic T-cell lymphoma (SPTL). Review of the literature on both CHP and SPTL discloses distinct patterns suggesting these disorders may not be equivalent, even though a terminal hemophagocytic syndrome may be associated with each. Some SPTL appear to have association with Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), show malignant histopathology in the skin, and may disseminate terminally, with a majority of cases showing a rapidly fatal progression. On the other hand, classic cases of CHP without proven lymphoma may not be associated with EBV, appear to be histologically benign, and have an indolent course unless terminal hemophagocytic syndrome develops. We compared and contrasted a case of CHP and a case of SPTL and reviewed the literature. Our observations suggest that the often fatal hemophagocytic syndrome may be associated with both benign and malignant subcutaneous panniculitis.

Adult↗

Neutrophilic dermatoses.

The neutrophilic dermatoses are a group of related cutaneous disorders that frequently have systemic manifestations or associations. While there are distinct clinical differences in the classical lesions of these disorders, there are many patients who have overlapping features. In addition, the associated systemic manifestations or associated diseases are often similar among these disorders. Finally, the management of these disorders with the frequent use of corticosteroids and nonsteroidal immunosuppressive or immunomodulatory agents is common.

Arthritis, Rheumatoid↗

Cutaneous manifestations of gastrointestinal diseases.

Prompt recognition of cutaneous diseases or manifestations associated with the gastrointestinal tract may be lifesaving at times, and may lead to early preventive intervention to decrease risk of malignancy.

Gastrointestinal Diseases↗

Leg ulcer diagnosis and management.

Lower extremity ulcers can be challenging diagnostically and therapeutically. This article, provides an overview of the different kinds of lower extremity wounds typically seen by the medical dermatologist. It also reviews new treatment modalities, including topical growth factors and bioengineered skin. A team approach is emphasized.

Antiphospholipid Syndrome↗