Dermatology News

ORLANDO — Topical 5-fluorouracil and calcipotriene proved to be highly effective for superficial keratinocyte carcinomas, according to a presentation at the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery Annual Meeting.

The relationship between health care providers and referral sources can present complex legal challenges.

Around the world, approximately 125 million people suffer from psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. On Oct. 29, World Psoriasis Day, we recognize the challenges of and treatment advances for patients with psoriasis.

Dermavant Sciences presented full results from its long-term extension trial of Vtama cream 1% for the treatment of atopic dermatitis at the Fall Clinical Dermatology Conference, the company announced in a press release.

LEO Pharma presented full results from its long-term trial of Adbry for atopic dermatitis at the Fall Clinical Dermatology Conference, according to a company press release.

In adults with sensitive skin and acne vulgaris, a 2.6% benzoyl peroxide cleanser reduced acne lesions without irritating the skin, according to a study.

ORLANDO — Patients with localized high-risk cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma who received adjuvant radiation after clear margin surgery experienced decreased risk for local recurrence and nodal metastasis, according to study results.

A study found patients with psoriasis in sensitive or difficult-to-treat areas experienced success with Tremfya, according to a press release.

ORLANDO — Among patients with skin of color, women were more likely to be diagnosed with melanoma compared with men, according to a presentation at the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery Annual Meeting.

Clinical and genetic risk factors can help identify individuals at risk for immune checkpoint inhibitor-induced diabetes, according to results of a cohort study.