Perspektivy a možnosti lékařské techniky

Ing. Martin Augustynek

Dermatol. praxi. 2012;6(1):3  

Year-round care of atopic and very dry skin

MUDr.Lucie Růžičková Jarešová

Dermatol. praxi. 2012;6(1):6-10  

Seasons of the year are characterized by a repeated, regular change of the weather. Air humidity and temperature are one of the basic factors that change during the year. Change of the weather is perceived individually by each person. The development of dry skin depends on the action of extrinsic and intrinsic factors. When the integrity of the skin surface is impaired or the skin is not sufficiently hydrated, its barrier function is limited. The skin becomes dehydrated and rough, losing its glossy appearance.

Plastic Surgical treatment of leg ulcers and wounds

MUDr.Daniel Stehlík, MUDr.Lucie Kalinová, MUDr.Martin Molitor, Ph.D.

Dermatol. praxi. 2012;6(1):11-15  

The issue of leg ulcers is very extensive and clearly interdisciplinary. Early diagnosis with a precise determination of etiology is essential for successful treatment. The treatment of chronic lower limb wounds, including leg ulcers, should be comprehensive and tailored to the individual while using modern dressing techniques. Also suitable are old methods made new (larval therapy) and, when indicated, plastic surgical procedures that may be used to accelerate the healing of skin defects while improving the quality of life of patients with a good costeffectiveness. The present paper provides an overview of the therapeutic options and their...

Risk factors for tumor recurrences in basal cell carcinoma of the skin

MUDr.Vladimír Bartoš, prof.MUDr.Katarína Adamicová, PhD., MUDr.Milada Kullová, doc.MUDr.Martin Péč, PhD.

Dermatol. praxi. 2012;6(1):16-19  

Tumor recurrences of cutaneous basal cell carcinoma (BCC) represent a relatively frequent and therapeutically often difficult phenomenon in clinical practice. Although their reliable prediction is very limited on the basis of routine demographical, clinical and histopathological parameters, some of them may indicate an increased likelihood of tumor relapse. In general, the risk factors for BCC recurrences can by cathegorized into tumor-related parameters and patient-related parameters. The first group primarily includes anatomical location and histological type of carcinoma, tumor size and the extent of its invasion, or the number of tumor...

Use of products with 40% urea in onychomycosis treatment

doc.MUDr.Magdalena Skořepová, CSc.

Dermatol. praxi. 2012;6(1):20-22  

Chemical nail avulsion using 40% urea ointment is an additional method in the treatment of onychomycosis. It allows painless removal of the affected nail plate and enhances the effectivity of topical and systemic antifungal therapy. It is suitable and safe for children, pregnant women and elderly patients.

Infections mononucleosis and of her diseases caused by Epstein-Barr virus

MUDr.Dita Smíšková

Dermatol. praxi. 2012;6(1):23-25  

Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) is worldwide distributed and commonly associated with infectious mononucleosis. However EBV participates in pathogenesis of other diseases. Because of ability to persist in organism for life EBV can induce malignant transformation of B lymphocytes (Burkitt lymphoma, Hodgkin lymphoma, nasopharyngeal carcinoma, post-transplant lymphoproliferative disorder). It also participate in pathogenesis of some mucocutaneous diseases (Gianotti-Crosti Syndrome, Oral Hairy Leukoplakia etc.).

Folliculitis decalvans capillitii

MUDr.Jana Zímová, doc.MUDr.Lumír Pock, CSc.

Dermatol. praxi. 2012;6(1):26-28  

Folliculitis decalvans (FD) is a rare variant of primary neutrophilic cicatricial alopecia. The etiopathogenesis is not fully understood. Young and middle – aged adults of both sexes are typically affected, but more men. Staphylococcus aureus is frequently isolated from follicular pustules. The disease is permanently progressive but after treatment interruption relapses are common. We describe a case of 51-year-old woman successfully treated with combination of cefuroxim axetil, clindamycin and zinc sulfate.

New possibilities of rejuvenation in corrective dermatology

MUDr.Zuzana Kulíková

Dermatol. praxi. 2012;6(1):30-32  

In the recent decade, there has been a rapidly increasing demand for procedures aimed at correcting wrinkles, shape modelling, inducing collagen neo-formation and thus skin firming. The article describes contemporary rejuvenation methods in the field of aesthetic dermatology.

Hodnocení účinnosti vakcinoterapie (Acnevac®) v léčbě acne papulopustulosa

MUDr. Martina Bienová, Ph.D., MUDr. Renata Kučerová, Ph.D.

Dermatol. praxi. 2012;6(1):47-48  

News in the diagnosis and treatment of vitiligo

doc.MUDr.Růžena Pánková, CSc.

Dermatol. praxi. 2012;6(1):44-45  

Currently, there is no satisfactory method of vitiligo treatment; however, numerous clinical and research trials yield knowledge on aetiopathogenesis that contributes to developing therapeutic strategies. The mainstay of comprehensive treatment is patient examination and ruling out comorbid autoimmune and endocrine conditions, frequently found in vitiligo. Treatment with topical immunomodulators in combination with 311 nm UVB phototherapy or 308 nm excimer laser commonly results in a satisfactory therapeutic outcome. Surgical methods are also applicable. Patient education, photoprotection by depigmentation and supportive psychotherapy are all...

Ways to prevent and treat decubitus ulcers as seen by a pharmacist

Mgr.Irena Slaninová, Mgr.Milan Vegerbauer, Mgr.Josef Malý

Dermatol. praxi. 2012;6(1):33-39  

Decubitus ulcers, also known as pressure ulcers, pressure sores or bedsores, are wounds caused by prolonged pressure and they pose a major health problem in selected groups of patients (such as the elderly or immobilized). In addition to pressure, the extent of skin tissue damage is related to a number of other factors. Besides the key risk factors and clinical presentation, major attention will be paid to recommended and necessary preventive measures and current therapeutic options for decubitus ulcers. Emphasis will be placed on medicinal and other products available in pharmaceutical service establishments as part of both reimbursed and...

OTC products for the treatment of diseases of the oral cavity

Kristýna Hosová, DiS.

Dermatol. praxi. 2012;6(1):40-42  

Products which have a pharmacy available within the OTC sales can be successfully used for prevention, treatment and follow-up treatment of disease of the oral cavity. Since this is a comprehensive issue, selected are those which are most often encountered in the pharmacy.

Nástrojové a materiálové vybavení v dermatochirurgii

MUDr. Lucie Růžičková Jarešová1, Mgr. Helena Janoušková2

Dermatol. praxi. 2012;6(1):46  

Varicella

MUDr. Olga Filipovská

Dermatol. praxi. 2012;6(1):50