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Dermatite , Radiodermite , Neoplasias Cutâneas , Humanos , Neoplasias Cutâneas/cirurgia , Pele , Dermatite/etiologia , Dermatite/terapiaRESUMO
This case highlights the successful use of pembrolizumab for neoadjuvant treatment of MMR-deficient sebaceous carcinoma of bilateral eyelids to reduce tumour burden allowing smaller defect post-Mohs surgery and better reconstructive outcome. Microsatellite stability, tumour mutational burden and PD-L1 expression are important prognostic factors to be considered for the use of neoadjuvant pembrolizumab. Further studies are needed to determine if neoadjuvant pembrolizumab consistently improves surgical and cosmetic outcomes and reduces local recurrence and metastasis.
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Carcinoma , Neoplasias das Glândulas Sebáceas , Humanos , Instabilidade de Microssatélites , Neoplasias das Glândulas Sebáceas/tratamento farmacológico , Neoplasias das Glândulas Sebáceas/genética , Neoplasias das Glândulas Sebáceas/cirurgia , Cirurgia de Mohs , Terapia Neoadjuvante , Carcinoma/patologiaRESUMO
Postoperative candida infection is a rarely reported complication in cutaneous surgery, although it may develop more often in particular clinical settings. We present a 59-year-old woman with a well-controlled human immunodeficiency virus infection. She developed a bright red eruption with satellite pustules 2 weeks after excision of recurrent lentigo maligna melanoma of the left lower eyelid and periocular region. Due to defect size and complexity of the reconstruction (glabellar transposition flap, Hughes flap, composite graft from upper contralateral eyelid, and full-thickness skin graft from ipsilateral retroauricular region), she was placed on prophylactic oral amoxicillin-clavulanic acid and topical bacitracin and polymyxin. Immediate postoperative course was unremarkable, and sutures were removed after 7 days. Three days later, she developed bright red erythema and pustules within the surgical site and complained of burning. Empirically she was switched to topical gentamicin and oral ciprofloxacin, and later to linezolid, due to inadequate response. Wound culture grew Candida albicans sensitive to fluconazole and voriconazole. After oral fluconazole and topical clotrimazole initiation, the patient rapidly improved. The graft remained viable and apart from small partial dehiscence on the cheek, the healing was unremarkable. Apart from the case presentation, we also discuss different factors associated with postoperative candida infection, including immunocompromised status, surgical procedure location, and postoperative antibiotic use. Early recognition and treatment of postoperative candida infections are crucial to prevent delayed healing and associated morbidity.
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Linfangioma , Doenças Vasculares , Neoplasias Vulvares , Feminino , Humanos , Polidocanol , Escleroterapia/efeitos adversos , VulvaAssuntos
Adenoma Pleomorfo/patologia , Adenoma Pleomorfo/cirurgia , Neoplasias Faciais/patologia , Neoplasias Faciais/cirurgia , Neoplasias das Glândulas Sudoríparas/patologia , Neoplasias das Glândulas Sudoríparas/cirurgia , Adenoma Pleomorfo/diagnóstico por imagem , Adulto , Enucleação Ocular , Neoplasias Faciais/diagnóstico por imagem , Feminino , Humanos , Masculino , Cirurgia de Mohs , Neoplasias das Glândulas Sudoríparas/diagnóstico por imagem , Adulto JovemAssuntos
Lipossarcoma/patologia , Linfedema/etiologia , Obesidade Mórbida/complicações , Biópsia , Diagnóstico Diferencial , Feminino , Humanos , Imuno-Histoquímica , Linfedema/patologia , Linfedema/cirurgia , Pessoa de Meia-Idade , Obesidade Mórbida/diagnóstico , Valor Preditivo dos Testes , Resultado do TratamentoRESUMO
BACKGROUND: In the recent past, long pulsed dye lasers (LPDL) have been investigated for the treatment of epidermal pigmented lesions (EPLs). Using a pigmented lesion compression headpiece, blood is pushed laterally out of the laser field focusing laser energy on melanin. Recent studies have demonstrated excellent responses using a single-pulse at the following settings: 9-12 J/cm2 , 1.5 milliseconds, 7-10 mm spot size with compression. However, the majority of these studies report patients requiring up to four treatments for lesion resolution. Herein, we describe our experiences utilizing a back-to-back double-pulse technique to decrease the total number of treatments needed for EPL clearance. METHODS: Thirty-six patients (27 females, 9 males; skin types I-IV) with benign facial EPLs were included. Each lesion received two back-to-back pulses (fluence of 9-12 J/cm2 , 1.5 milliseconds duration, and 7 mm spot size). If needed, a second treatment was delivered 4-8 weeks later. Pre- and post-photos after the first treatment were evaluated by two independent board-certified dermatologists. RESULTS: Lesion clearance after the first treatment was graded on a Likert scale as: 1 = poor (<25% clearance); 2 = fair (25-50%); 3 = good (51-75%); and 4 = excellent (>75%). Of the 36 participants, 23 had excellent clearing, 10 with good, 2 with fair and 1 with poor clearance. There was only one case of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation that subsequently resolved, and no cases or scarring or hypopigmentation. CONCLUSION: LPDL with compression continues to be a safe and effective modality for treatment of EPLs. Double-pulsing decreases the total number of treatments needed for lesion resolution, while maintaining safety and potentially decreasing cost. Lasers Surg. Med. 51:136-140, 2019. © 2018 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.
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Face , Hiperpigmentação/radioterapia , Lasers de Corante/uso terapêutico , Terapia com Luz de Baixa Intensidade/métodos , Feminino , Humanos , MasculinoRESUMO
BACKGROUND: Micropapular cutaneous sarcoidosis (MPCS) is a rare variant of sarcoidosis. Herein we review the literature and include a recent case of MPCS discussing pathogenesis, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis. METHOD: A review was conducted using the terms "micropapular sarcoidosis" and "micropapular sarcoid." A recent case of a 50-year-old male patient with biopsy-identified MPCS was also included in the review. RESULTS: In total, 12 cases with an aggregate of 18 patients were included in the review. Presentation among all patients was consistent, with scattered, occasionally pruritic, faintly erythematous shiny white papules. Skin biopsy demonstrated noncaseating granulomas. Systemic prednisone, oxytetracycline, and hydroxychloroquine, as well as topical betamethasone, were used for therapy. CONCLUSION: In our review there does not seem to be a clear link as to the definite cause of the MPCS. While the relationships to tuberculosis and autoimmunity seem to be often emphasized, there was no clear association with either etiology.