Jonathan Alicea
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Sunburn Often Diagnosed in Outpatient Setting
According to a claims analysis, sunburn was also commonly diagnosed in female and young patients. → Read More
COVID-19 May Increase Mortality, Complications During Childbirth
Women with COVID-19 who gave birth were more likely to deliver earlier than 37 weeks. → Read More
Pediatric Glaucoma Surgery Demonstrates Long-Term Success
Patients with 360° catheter-assisted trabeculotomy had the best success rates. → Read More
Study Identifies High Rate of Gallstones Among Patients with Sickle Cell
Excessive hemolysis and genetic factors may be associated with cholelithiasis. → Read More
Bevacizumab Study Meets Primary, Secondary Endpoints in Wet AMD Population
Outlook Therapeutics anticipates submitting a Biologics License Application to the FDA as early as next year. → Read More
The Efficacy of JAK Inhibitors in Atopic Dermatitis
Brett King, MD, PhD, compares the efficacy of JAKs with biologics in the atopic dermatitis setting. → Read More
Study Finds COVID-19 Virus Particles in Retinas of Infected, Deceased Patients
Previous research has shown that COVID-19 can impact ocular health → Read More
Women with Acne Commonly Experience Depression and Social Isolation
Studies are needed to determine the best treatment regimen for these patients. → Read More
FDA Approves Botox Label Expansion for Upper Limb Spasticity
OnabotulinumtoxinA treatment may now include 8 new muscles. → Read More
FDA Approves Tretinoin and Benzoyl Peroxide Cream for Acne Vulgaris
Treatment was associated with reductions in IGA scores as well as inflammatory and non-inflammatory lesion counts. → Read More
Continuity of Sickle Cell Care Could Promote Long-Term Retention in Adult Care
A co-located model of care may be highly beneficial in easing the transition from pediatric to adult care. → Read More
Difamilast Ointment Safe, Efficacious for Pediatric Atopic Dermatitis
The selective topical PDE4 inhibitor demonstrated rapid improvements in IGA and EASI scores and high tolerability in pediatric populations. → Read More
Psoriasis Associated with Increased Risk for Retinal Diseases
More research is needed to understand the pathogenesis underlying this association. → Read More
Biologic Use for Psoriasis May Increase Serious Infection Risk
Gastrointestinal infections were the most common serious infections associated with biologics, according to a cohort analysis. → Read More
Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgeries May Help Manage Intraocular Pressure
More randomized controlled trials are needed to assess long-term effectiveness, safety, and effects on health-related quality of life related to these surgeries. → Read More
Researchers Test 5G-Based Technology for Diabetic Retinopathy Care
Retinal laser photocoagulation may be performed by a specialist from a distance using telemedicine platforms. → Read More
Questionnaires to Assess Atopic Dermatitis Prevalence May Be Problematic
Of 144 patients who initially indicated diagnosis of atopic dermatitis, 49.3% reported never having been diagnosed at 2-year follow-up. → Read More
Immune-Mediated Diseases May Increase Risk for Thromboembolic Events
A higher proportion of patients with immune-mediated diseases experienced ≥1 thromboembolic events at baseline compared to those without an IMD. → Read More
Anti-VEGFs May Not Impair, Improve Macular Perfusion in DME
According to 3x3 mm and 6x6 mm OCTA scans, there were no significant changes in mean macular intercapillary area measures for all tested regions. → Read More
Oral Leptin Formulation Offers Short-Term Benefit for Type 1 Diabetes Patients
The investigative drug has potential in regulating the insulin-glucagon balance in patients. → Read More