Practical Pearls
Practical Pearls
Pinto Bean Pressure Wraps: A Novel Approach to Treating Digital Warts
Identifying an optimal treatment method for verruca vulgaris can be a frustrating challenge for clinicians. We describe the use of a pinto bean...
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Nailing the Nail Biopsy: Surgical Instruments and Their Function in Nail Biopsy Procedures
Nail surgeries, including nail biopsies (NBs), are performed relatively infrequently—perhaps due to dermatologists’ unfamiliarity...
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Enhanced Care for Pediatric Patients With Generalized Lichen Planus: Diagnosis and Treatment Tips
The rarity of generalized lichen planus (LP) in children often leads to misdiagnosis or delayed treatment, impacting the patient’...
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Customized Dermal Curette: An Alternative and Effective Shaving Tool in Nail Surgery
Surgical excision of the pigmented nail matrix followed by histopathologic examination is a common procedure aimed at managing longitudinal...
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Two Techniques to Avoid Cyst Spray During Excision
Surgical removal of epidermoid cysts can result in “cyst spray,” posing a nuisance and risk to the surgeon, staff, and patients.
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Need a Wood Lamp Alternative? Grab Your Smartphone
Free smartphone applications (apps) can simulate UV light and functionally serve as a Wood lamp.
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A Structured Approach for the Management of Orodynia (Burning Mouth Syndrome)
Currently, there is no clear protocol for managing orodynia. We propose a systematic approach that aims to exclude common potential causes and...
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Enhancing Cosmetic and Functional Improvement of Recalcitrant Nail Lichen Planus With Resin Nail
We describe application of a resin nail for recalcitrant lichen planus of the fingernail for improved cosmesis and functionality.
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How to Optimize Epidermal Approximation During Wound Suturing Using a Smartphone Camera
Precise wound approximation during cutaneous suturing is of vital importance for optimal closure and long-term scar outcomes.
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Punch Biopsy Extraction With Fingers
Punch biopsies are commonly used in dermatology for diagnosing skin diseases. The technique described here offers a cost-effective and efficient...
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The Many Uses of the Humble Alcohol Swab
The 70% isopropyl alcohol swab can aid in the accurate diagnosis of lesions and skin conditions, identification of biopsy sites, and disinfection...