Fluorescence lifetime imaging (FLIM) is a novel imaging technique that generates image contrast between different states of tissue due to differences in fluorescence decay rates. The British Journal of Dermatology
Primary cicatricial alopecias (PCAs) are a poorly understood group of disorders that result in permanent hair loss. This review presents evidence-based guidance for treatment. The British Journal of Dermatology
Primary mucinous carcinoma of the skin is an extremely rare adnexal tumor that is thought to originate from eccrine sweat glands. The neoplasm usually arises on the head and neck. Dermatology Online Journal
Nail psoriasis is common in psoriatic patients, particularly in patients with joint involvement. It has a significant impact on their quality of life, affecting physical activities, as well as causing emotional and social impairment. Expert Review of Dermatology
A 37-year-old woman presents with swelling in the genital region. She also complained of a draining mass in her gluteal region present since birth. A cutaneous metastasis is diagnosed. Dermatology Online Journal
Part II of this 2-part series features an overview of systemic and light therapies including their varying degrees of effectiveness, potential side-effects and applications in clinical practice. Skin Therapy Letter
A 68-year-old woman presents with a 15-day history of a well-circumscribed, erythematous nodule of the left eyebrow/eyelid area. Read more about this case. Dermatology Online Journal
Primary giant cell tumor of soft tissue arising in a finger is a rare event. The authors report a case of a 54 - year - old man with a primary finger giant cell tumor that appeared histologically identical to giant cell tumor of bone. Dermatology Online Journal
The majority of patients develop psoriatic arthritis (PsA) years after the onset of their skin disease. Therefore, dermatologists are in a strategic position to make the diagnosis of PsA, and either manage it or refer the patient to a rheumatologist. Skin Therapy Letter
Pimecrolimus 1% cream (Elidel) leads to rapid improvement in clinical symptoms and quality of life in patients with perioral dermatitis, clinicians from Germany report, based on a study they conducted. Reuters Health Information
