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In this week’s Pointers With Portela, the 208SkinDoc reviews the benefits of oral minoxidil for hair loss.

"The analysis showed a statistically significant, positive effect of normal serum vitamin D levels on increasing ORR and PFS as a result of anti-PD‐1 immunotherapy in patients with locally advanced inoperable or metastatic melanoma,” according to a recent study.

Researchers found that use of personal protective equipment could be associated with skin problems; however, protective applications reduced these skin-related problems.

Supplements were based on amino acids and hydrolyzed collagen and were tested in patients with androgenic alopecia and chronic telogen effluvium.

The meta-analysis showed that patients treated with oral JAK inhibitors experienced more hair regrowth than those treated topically.

This week’s collection of the latest dermatologic studies covers defining biomarkers to predict treatment outcome based on immune checkpoint inhibitors, erythrodermic psoriasis in pediatric patients, surgical treatment of vulvar squamous cell carcinoma, and new and existing therapies for hand eczema.

The phase 1 study evaluated patient responses to cosibelimab in cases of locally advanced or metastatic cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma.

Hair loss affects self-esteem and feelings of well-being, but exciting treatments are on the horizon.

The multi-million-dollar study will identify signatures of at-risk patients that may predispose them to developing vitiligo.

A pediatric patient with treatment-resistant vitiligo experienced improvements in depigmentation in as few as 9 treatments.

Respondents did not know how long they needed to be outside to get adequate vitamin D.

Researchers found that the Comfiknit Atopic Eczema T-shirt reduced Eczema Area and Severity Index scores.

In ethnic and racial minority populations, more than 12,000 standard skin cancer screenings would be done to identify 1 case of melanoma, according to a recent study.

A systematic review found that combination therapy proved more efficacious in treating patients with vitiligo as opposed to the excimer laser alone.

Study finds that use of mHealth app could be useful in early detection of skin cancer but cautions that overdiagnosis is a possibility.

Researchers found significant difference in survival rates between lentigo maligna melanoma, nodular malignant melanoma, and superficial spreading melanoma.

Peter Lio, MD, discusses pearls and takeaways from the atopic dermatitis panel he participated in at the 2023 Society of Pediatric Dermatology meeting.

Platinum Dermatology Partners and West Dermatology merged in June 2022 and now have completed a post-integration rebranding.

Both companies are hoping to make a positive impact in the neoadjuvant setting of cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma.

Discover why exempt assets, tenancy by the entirety, limited liability companies, and trusts can be key tools in finance management.

In this month’s Legal Eagle column, learn the ins and outs of being called as an expert witness in a medical malpractice case.

Learn more about the in-depth topics covered in the July 2023 issue of Dermatology Times®.

The company is set to meet with the FDA in August to discuss the epidermolysis bullosa drug’s anticipated BLA.

Shari Lipner, MD, PhD, FAAD, shared advice for providers and patients in the event of nail injuries.

Study authors also found that location of the birthmark and skin tone affected degree of improvement.

Researchers found that topical application of the carboxy mask led to improvements in skin firmness, sagging, tone, and wrinkles.

Keep up with the latest headlines in dermatology from the past week, including rising incidences of skin cancer, dermatologists' responses to viral social media skin care tips, and more.

Researchers have isolated 2 genes, SOX9 and KLF5, that play a role in the development of hidradenitis suppurativa.

ICYMI, this week we had stories about the psychological effects of cosmetic procedures, upadacitinib phase 3 trial for hidradenitis suppurativa, decreased levels of vitamin D associated with psoriasis severity, and more.

Each month, Dermatology Times® features a roundup of products trending in consumer skin care. Find out what products are popular for the month of July.