Dermatology

Almirall held the 16th edition of its Skin Academy conference for healthcare professionals in the field of dermatology on March 22-23 at the Barcelona International Convention Center in Spain.

The event featured a comprehensive program aimed at sharing state-of-the-art scientific knowledge on skin d...

Key Takeaways

• Topical strontium cream was linked with significant reduction in pruritus severity among HS patients.
• The treatment was well-tolerated, with no significant adverse events reported.
• Researchers said further research is warranted to confirm these findings.

Topical strontium cream significantly alleviates pruritus in patients with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), according to a recent study published in the Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology. 

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Remibrutinib’s impact on sleep deprivation and daily activities for patients with chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU) were highlighted in a presentation at the 2025 American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) Annual Meeting in Orlando, Florida.

Robert Snyder, MD, FAAD, presented “Effect of Remibrutinib on...

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• The application of tetramethylhexadecenyl succinoyl cysteine (TSC) resulted in a significant reduction of tretinoin-induced erythema and dryness.

• TSC may increase patient compliance by alleviating common irritative side effects associated with tretinoin.

A recent pilot study has shown that tetramethylhexadecenyl succinoyl cysteine (TSC) significantly reduces erythema and dryness caused by tretinoin application. These findings may offer a novel approac...

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• Selumetinib administration resulted in a significant reduction in the size of cutaneous neurofibromas in NF1 patients.
• Treatment was generally well-tolerated; adverse events were consistent with known MEK inhibitor profiles.
• Further research is needed to confirm and assess long-term s...

A new nonrandomized pilot trial suggested the MEK inhibitor selumetinib was associated with a reduction in the size of cutaneous neurofibromas in patients with Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). 

These s...

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• A study more than 13,000 patients found no increased risk of major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) with nicotinamide use.
• Results were consistent across two independent cohorts.
• Nicotinamide appears safe regarding cardiovascular risk, even for patients with prior MACE.

Results from a new retrospective cohort study suggest nicotinamide exposure was not associated with an increased risk of major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE).

The analysis included data from 13,...

A significant portion of today’s patient population is interested in all-natural alternatives to drugs when possible, and sedation is an area where some useful options exist, according to Daniel M. Siegel, MD.

“Sedation without drugs [is important] if you have new-age patients or, I guess, the Calif...

New phase 3 data on dupilumab for chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU) will be among 24 abstracts presented by Sanofi at the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (AAAAI) Annual Meeting in San Diego, California, from February 28 to March 3.

The dupilumab CSU data from the LIBERT-CSU CUPI...

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• Large cutaneous reconstructions (≥30 cm² or ≥12.5 cm) under local anesthesia are safe.
• Higher complication rates are more common in larger repairs, with skin grafts showing the highest risk (35.8%).
• Comorbidities and defect size are significant influencers of outcomes.

Large cutaneous reconstructions performed under local anesthesia (including complex linear closures [CLCs], flaps, and grafts) are generally safe but have higher complication rates compared to smaller...

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• High patient satisfaction with teledermatology is driven by convenience, accessibility, and time savings.
• Limitations include reduced personal interaction and challenges in diagnosing complex conditions virtually.
• A hybrid care model combining virtual and in-person visits is preferred...

Newly published research explored patient perceptions and satisfaction with teledermatology services in the post-pandemic era, showing high satisfaction rates and preferences for hybrid care models.

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• AI-powered documentation tools aim to reduce administrative burdens, enhance dermatologists’ workflows, and reduce burnout.
• The goal is improvement in physician-patient interactions by allowing more focus on patient care.
• Study authors say collaboration and longitudinal studies are ne...

Patient documentation tools powered by AI have the potential to alleviate burnout among dermatologists by streamlining administrative tasks, according to a recent review published in the Journal of Dr...

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• Cryogenic electron microscopy (cryo-EM) enables high-resolution visualization of skin-related macromolecules under physiological conditions.
• Cryo-EM has helped uncover mechanisms of key dermatological treatments, such as sarecycline for acne and receptor-targeting therapies for chroni...

A recent method review in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology points to the potential of cryogenic electron microscopy (cryo-EM) in dermatological research.

According to the authors, advanced ima...