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The lifetime risk and impact of vitiligo across sociodemographic groups: a UK population-based cohort study
Vitiligo is an autoimmune skin disorder characterised by depigmented patches of skin, which can have significant psychological impacts. To estimate lifetime incidence of vitiligo, overall, by ethnicity, and across other sociodemographic subgroups, and to investigate the impacts of vitiligo on mental...
Evaluation and comparison of the efficacy and safety of the combination of topical phenytoin and microneedling with microneedling alone in the treatment of atrophic acne scars: A controlled blinded randomized clinical trial
Atrophic acne scars are a common consequence of severe acne breakouts affecting millions worldwide that can greatly impact an individual's self‐esteem and overall confidence. These scars are distinguished by depressions or indentations on the skin caused by the depletion of collagen and tissue...
Actinic keratosis: Current challenges and unanswered questions
Actinic keratoses (AK) are common skin lesions, generally regarded as precancerous or histologically as in situ cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (cSCC) that appear on chronically sun‐exposed areas of skin such as the face, scalp, neck and extremities (Figure 1), AK lesions are hyperkeratotic,...
Efficacy of topical treatments for mild‐to‐moderate acne: A systematic review and meta‐analysis of randomized control trials
Acne vulgaris (AV) is a common skin disorder affecting approximately 85% of 11‐ to 30‐year‐olds. Acne can negatively impact quality of life and psychological well‐being. The pathophysiology of acne is multifactorial including abnormal keratinization, sebum overproduction, Cutibacterium...
Clinical factors influencing the effectiveness of microplasma fractional radiofrequency treatment for atrophic acne scars: A retrospective analysis
Acne vulgaris is a prevalent cutaneous condition typically affecting adolescents and adults. Moderate to severe acne, in most cases, may persist and lead to permanent scarring. Acne scars may occur in atrophic or hypertrophic forms depending on whether collagen is lost or gained. The atrophic form is...
