Clinical Guidance: Evaluation and Treatment of Minor Burns
The most common causes of minor superficial burns are sunburns and minor thermal injuries.
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SPF 100+ Sunscreen Recommended for Protection Against Sunburn, Erythema
The use of SPF 100+ sunscreen either delayed or reduced the occurrence of erythema and sunburn when compared with SPF 50+ when used in beach conditions.
NK1 Receptor Antagonist May Reduce Itching in Epidermolysis Bullosa
This phase 2 serlopitant study is the first randomized clinical trial for EB-related pruritus demonstrating safety and potential itch reduction.
Guideline Offers Management and Monitoring Recommendations for Epidermolysis Bullosa
The guideline explains the precautions that should be taken when treating patients with epidermolysis bullosa, as well as recommendations for podiatry treatment.
RECELL System Approved to Treat Severe Burns
At Week 8 post-treatment, 92% of the burn sites treated with RECELL System achieved complete healing vs 85% of sites treated with standard-of-care, demonstrating non-inferiority.
Improved Sun Protection Awareness Needed in the United States
The prevalence of sunburn was 34.2% in 2015, and sunburn prevalence was higher in non-Hispanic whites, younger age groups, and those with sun-sensitive skin.
Guidelines: Updated Diagnostic Criteria for Epidermolysis Bullosa Acquisita
Members of the International Bullous Disease Group convened to update diagnostic criteria for epidermolysis bullosa acquisita.
Chronic Venous Leg Ulcers Effectively Treated With Platelet-Rich Plasma
Autologous platelet-rich plasma is safe and effective for patients with chronic venous leg ulcers, with highly significant improvement in ulcer size.
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