Aditya K Gupta, Shruthi Polla Ravi, Tong Wang, Sara Faour, Mary A Bamimore, Candrice R Heath, Sheila Fallon Friedlander
Tinea capitis presents a significant public health care challenge due to its contagious nature, and potential long-term consequences if unrecognized and untreated. This review explores the prevalence, risk factors, diagnostic methods, prevention strategies, impact on quality of life, and treatment options for pediatric tinea capitis. Epidemiological analysis spanning from 1990 to 1993 and 2020 to 2023 reveals prevalence patterns of pediatric tinea capitis influenced by geographic, demographic, and environmental factors. Notably, Trichophyton species is most prevalent in North America; however, Microsporum species remain the primary causative agent globally, with regional variations. Risk factors include close contact and environmental conditions, emphasizing the importance of preventive measures. Accurate diagnosis relies on clinical evaluation, microscopic examination, and fungal culture. Various treatment modalities including systemic antifungals show efficacy, with terbinafine demonstrating superior mycological cure rates particularly for Trichophyton species. Recurrent infections and the potential development of resistance can pose challenges. Therefore, confirming the diagnosis, appropriately educating the patient/caregiver, accurate drug and dose utilization, and compliance are important components of clinical cure. Untreated or poorly treated tinea capitis can lead to chronic infection, social stigma, and psychological distress in affected children. Prevention strategies focus on early detection and healthy lifestyle habits. Collaborative efforts between healthcare providers and public health agencies are important in treating pediatric tinea capitis and improving patient outcomes. Education and awareness initiatives play a vital role in prevention and community-level intervention to minimize spread of infection. Future research should explore diagnostic advances, novel treatments, and resistance mechanisms in order to mitigate the disease burden effectively.
{"title":"An update on tinea capitis in children.","authors":"Aditya K Gupta, Shruthi Polla Ravi, Tong Wang, Sara Faour, Mary A Bamimore, Candrice R Heath, Sheila Fallon Friedlander","doi":"10.1111/pde.15708","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/pde.15708","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Tinea capitis presents a significant public health care challenge due to its contagious nature, and potential long-term consequences if unrecognized and untreated. This review explores the prevalence, risk factors, diagnostic methods, prevention strategies, impact on quality of life, and treatment options for pediatric tinea capitis. Epidemiological analysis spanning from 1990 to 1993 and 2020 to 2023 reveals prevalence patterns of pediatric tinea capitis influenced by geographic, demographic, and environmental factors. Notably, Trichophyton species is most prevalent in North America; however, Microsporum species remain the primary causative agent globally, with regional variations. Risk factors include close contact and environmental conditions, emphasizing the importance of preventive measures. Accurate diagnosis relies on clinical evaluation, microscopic examination, and fungal culture. Various treatment modalities including systemic antifungals show efficacy, with terbinafine demonstrating superior mycological cure rates particularly for Trichophyton species. Recurrent infections and the potential development of resistance can pose challenges. Therefore, confirming the diagnosis, appropriately educating the patient/caregiver, accurate drug and dose utilization, and compliance are important components of clinical cure. Untreated or poorly treated tinea capitis can lead to chronic infection, social stigma, and psychological distress in affected children. Prevention strategies focus on early detection and healthy lifestyle habits. Collaborative efforts between healthcare providers and public health agencies are important in treating pediatric tinea capitis and improving patient outcomes. Education and awareness initiatives play a vital role in prevention and community-level intervention to minimize spread of infection. Future research should explore diagnostic advances, novel treatments, and resistance mechanisms in order to mitigate the disease burden effectively.</p>","PeriodicalId":19819,"journal":{"name":"Pediatric Dermatology","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-08-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141902582","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Ahmad B Shahin, Jennifer Coias, Murphy Mastin, Julia S Lehman, Katelyn Anderson
This case describes a pediatric patient with a history of ichthyosis vulgaris and global anhidrosis who was diagnosed with erythema ab igne (EAI), a rare dermatosis resulting from chronic heat exposure. After developing progressive, reticulated brown patches on his extremities and abdomen, extensive diagnostic investigations were conducted to rule out autoimmune, vascular, and genetic etiologies. Bloodwork was unrevealing and biopsies showed histologic features closely resembling keratosis lichenoides chronica. Ultimately, after discovering the patient had prolonged exposure to a space heater, the diagnosis of EAI was made. This case underscores the diagnostic challenges in pediatric EAI cases and emphasizes the importance of careful history taking as part of a comprehensive evaluation.
本病例描述的是一名有寻常型鱼鳞病和全身性无汗症病史的儿童患者,他被诊断为 "点状红斑"(erythema ab igne,EAI),这是一种因长期暴露于高温而导致的罕见皮肤病。在他的四肢和腹部出现进行性网状褐色斑块后,医生对其进行了广泛的诊断检查,以排除自身免疫、血管和遗传等病因。血液检查没有发现异常,而活检显示的组织学特征与慢性角化苔癣非常相似。最终,在发现患者长期暴露于空间加热器后,诊断为 EAI。该病例强调了儿科EAI病例的诊断难题,并强调了作为综合评估的一部分,仔细询问病史的重要性。
{"title":"A case of erythema ab igne with histopathological features resembling keratosis lichenoides chronica.","authors":"Ahmad B Shahin, Jennifer Coias, Murphy Mastin, Julia S Lehman, Katelyn Anderson","doi":"10.1111/pde.15715","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/pde.15715","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This case describes a pediatric patient with a history of ichthyosis vulgaris and global anhidrosis who was diagnosed with erythema ab igne (EAI), a rare dermatosis resulting from chronic heat exposure. After developing progressive, reticulated brown patches on his extremities and abdomen, extensive diagnostic investigations were conducted to rule out autoimmune, vascular, and genetic etiologies. Bloodwork was unrevealing and biopsies showed histologic features closely resembling keratosis lichenoides chronica. Ultimately, after discovering the patient had prolonged exposure to a space heater, the diagnosis of EAI was made. This case underscores the diagnostic challenges in pediatric EAI cases and emphasizes the importance of careful history taking as part of a comprehensive evaluation.</p>","PeriodicalId":19819,"journal":{"name":"Pediatric Dermatology","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-08-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141889890","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Eczema can manifest in a linear arrangement, as can other inflammatory conditions. We report a case of a teenager who, during treatment with oral isotretinoin for acne, developed a generalized eczematous dermatitis together with a superimposed linear eczema on her posterior lower limb. We hypothesize that a postzygotic mutation caused an increased sensitivity to the impact of oral isotretinoin on the epidermal skin barrier structure and lipid composition within a specific skin segment.
{"title":"Linear eczema induced by oral isotretinoin.","authors":"Irene Loizate, Antonio Torrelo","doi":"10.1111/pde.15717","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/pde.15717","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Eczema can manifest in a linear arrangement, as can other inflammatory conditions. We report a case of a teenager who, during treatment with oral isotretinoin for acne, developed a generalized eczematous dermatitis together with a superimposed linear eczema on her posterior lower limb. We hypothesize that a postzygotic mutation caused an increased sensitivity to the impact of oral isotretinoin on the epidermal skin barrier structure and lipid composition within a specific skin segment.</p>","PeriodicalId":19819,"journal":{"name":"Pediatric Dermatology","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-08-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141889891","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Provider-to-provider outpatient pediatric dermatology eConsultation services increase access to care, but barriers exist that may prevent eConsult implementation and survival. We deployed cross-sectional surveys to referring pediatric primary care physicians and consulting pediatric dermatologists participating in our eConsult program to identify barriers to utilization and sustainability. Our data suggest that eConsultation increases access to care and offers iterative educational opportunities for primary care providers, which may ultimately reduce office referrals for common outpatient skin issues. Sustainability of eConsult services requires simple order templates, clear representative photos, concise submission reports, and provider reimbursement.
{"title":"Pediatric dermatology eConsultation: Insights to reduce barriers to utilization and increase access to care.","authors":"Jessica L Crockett, Kelly M Cordoro","doi":"10.1111/pde.15698","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/pde.15698","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Provider-to-provider outpatient pediatric dermatology eConsultation services increase access to care, but barriers exist that may prevent eConsult implementation and survival. We deployed cross-sectional surveys to referring pediatric primary care physicians and consulting pediatric dermatologists participating in our eConsult program to identify barriers to utilization and sustainability. Our data suggest that eConsultation increases access to care and offers iterative educational opportunities for primary care providers, which may ultimately reduce office referrals for common outpatient skin issues. Sustainability of eConsult services requires simple order templates, clear representative photos, concise submission reports, and provider reimbursement.</p>","PeriodicalId":19819,"journal":{"name":"Pediatric Dermatology","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-07-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141793005","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Of patients with a Noonan syndrome phenotype, only about 1% are found to be related to pathological variants in CBL, also known as Noonan syndrome-like disorder (NSLD). We present a case of a 4-year-old boy diagnosed with NSLD, presenting with multiple melanocytic nevi and superficial neurofibromas. A literature review identified common cutaneous findings of NSLD, for example, café-au-lait macules (22%), juvenile xanthogranuloma (16%), and thin hair (10%). As there are no documented cases of neurofibromas associated with NSLD, and only a single report of multiple melanocytic nevi, inclusion of these features in the phenotype may be warranted and mitigate the necessity for future biopsies in other children.
{"title":"Noonan syndrome-like disorder: Case report and review of the literature.","authors":"Kristie Mar, Joseph M Lam","doi":"10.1111/pde.15696","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/pde.15696","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Of patients with a Noonan syndrome phenotype, only about 1% are found to be related to pathological variants in CBL, also known as Noonan syndrome-like disorder (NSLD). We present a case of a 4-year-old boy diagnosed with NSLD, presenting with multiple melanocytic nevi and superficial neurofibromas. A literature review identified common cutaneous findings of NSLD, for example, café-au-lait macules (22%), juvenile xanthogranuloma (16%), and thin hair (10%). As there are no documented cases of neurofibromas associated with NSLD, and only a single report of multiple melanocytic nevi, inclusion of these features in the phenotype may be warranted and mitigate the necessity for future biopsies in other children.</p>","PeriodicalId":19819,"journal":{"name":"Pediatric Dermatology","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-07-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141793004","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Danna Moustafa, Mia A Mologousis, Lyn M Duncan, Elena B Hawryluk
Cutaneous BAP1-inactivated melanocytomas (BIM) are melanocytic proliferations defined histopathologically by an epithelioid, predominantly dermal melanocytic proliferation with loss of BAP1, and have been largely characterized in adult patients but less well-described in pediatric cohorts. BIM share overlapping histological features with those seen in Spitz nevi; however, unlike Spitz nevi, the majority of BIM carry both BAP1 and BRAFV600E mutations. This study investigated the potential overlap of BIMs with pediatric Spitz nevi by performing immunohistochemical staining of BAP1 and BRAFV600E on pediatric melanocytic tumors with banal Spitz and dermal features. None of the stained tumors in our study exhibited the concurrent BAP1 loss and BRAFV600E positivity that are characteristic of adult BIM, suggesting that this is a low-frequency mutation among banal tumors in the pediatric population.
{"title":"The elusive BAP1 mutation in pediatric melanocytic tumors.","authors":"Danna Moustafa, Mia A Mologousis, Lyn M Duncan, Elena B Hawryluk","doi":"10.1111/pde.15705","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/pde.15705","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Cutaneous BAP1-inactivated melanocytomas (BIM) are melanocytic proliferations defined histopathologically by an epithelioid, predominantly dermal melanocytic proliferation with loss of BAP1, and have been largely characterized in adult patients but less well-described in pediatric cohorts. BIM share overlapping histological features with those seen in Spitz nevi; however, unlike Spitz nevi, the majority of BIM carry both BAP1 and BRAF<sup>V600E</sup> mutations. This study investigated the potential overlap of BIMs with pediatric Spitz nevi by performing immunohistochemical staining of BAP1 and BRAF<sup>V600E</sup> on pediatric melanocytic tumors with banal Spitz and dermal features. None of the stained tumors in our study exhibited the concurrent BAP1 loss and BRAF<sup>V600E</sup> positivity that are characteristic of adult BIM, suggesting that this is a low-frequency mutation among banal tumors in the pediatric population.</p>","PeriodicalId":19819,"journal":{"name":"Pediatric Dermatology","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-07-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141793006","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Background/objectives: Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a common chronic skin disease in the pediatric population; however, rates of admissions for flares in patients established with dermatology compared to those that are not established have not been fully assessed in prior studies.
Methods: We reviewed electronic medical records of patients hospitalized (billing codes 99221-99223, 99217) with diagnoses encompassing AD, eczema, and dermatitis (ICD-10 codes L20.8-L20.9, L30.8-L30.9) between January 1, 2011, and December 31, 2021, at University Hospitals (UH) in Cleveland, Ohio. Patients were considered established with dermatology if they had been seen by a dermatology provider within 6 months prior to admission. Statistical analysis was performed using chi-square goodness of fit.
Results: A total of 95 patient encounters met criteria for inclusion. Fifteen (15.8%) patients were established with dermatology at the time of admission and 80 (84.2%) were not. The chi-square value (x2 = 44.74) was greater than the critical value of 10.828 at one degree of freedom (p < .001). There were 8 patients who had more than one admission for atopic dermatitis flares; 2 of these patients were established with dermatology prior to their first admission, and 4 were established at the time of the second admission.
Conclusion: The majority of patients admitted with AD flare were not established with dermatology. Many of these patients lived in a low socioeconomic area and missed follow-up appointments. Increasing access to dermatologic care for patients with atopic dermatitis, especially in lower-income areas, could aid in decreasing atopic dermatitis-related hospitalizations.
{"title":"From flare to care: Dermatologists' impact on pediatric atopic dermatitis hospital admissions.","authors":"Jill K Wieser, Benjamin I Larson, Sonal D Shah","doi":"10.1111/pde.15694","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/pde.15694","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background/objectives: </strong>Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a common chronic skin disease in the pediatric population; however, rates of admissions for flares in patients established with dermatology compared to those that are not established have not been fully assessed in prior studies.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>We reviewed electronic medical records of patients hospitalized (billing codes 99221-99223, 99217) with diagnoses encompassing AD, eczema, and dermatitis (ICD-10 codes L20.8-L20.9, L30.8-L30.9) between January 1, 2011, and December 31, 2021, at University Hospitals (UH) in Cleveland, Ohio. Patients were considered established with dermatology if they had been seen by a dermatology provider within 6 months prior to admission. Statistical analysis was performed using chi-square goodness of fit.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>A total of 95 patient encounters met criteria for inclusion. Fifteen (15.8%) patients were established with dermatology at the time of admission and 80 (84.2%) were not. The chi-square value (x<sup>2</sup> = 44.74) was greater than the critical value of 10.828 at one degree of freedom (p < .001). There were 8 patients who had more than one admission for atopic dermatitis flares; 2 of these patients were established with dermatology prior to their first admission, and 4 were established at the time of the second admission.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The majority of patients admitted with AD flare were not established with dermatology. Many of these patients lived in a low socioeconomic area and missed follow-up appointments. Increasing access to dermatologic care for patients with atopic dermatitis, especially in lower-income areas, could aid in decreasing atopic dermatitis-related hospitalizations.</p>","PeriodicalId":19819,"journal":{"name":"Pediatric Dermatology","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-07-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141760288","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Cheryl J Hartzell, Alexandra Szabova, Andrew B Collins, Armand N Morel, Desimir Mijatovic, Kenneth R Goldschneider
Introduction: At a single-center pediatric hospital, the neurokinin-1 receptor antagonist aprepitant was used to treat refractory pruritus in epidermolysis bullosa (EB) and atopic dermatitis (AD).
Methods: Thirty-seven patients were included (24 EB patients, 13 AD patients), ages 10 months to 37 years.
Results: 58% (14/24) of patients with EB and 85% (11/13) of patients with AD reported aprepitant was effective in decreasing their pruritus, with age-related differences in efficacy observed in EB patients, and access to the medication by insurance denial or availability of the drug as a barrier to use.
Conclusions: Aprepitant shows promise in controlling refractory pruritus in pediatric EB and AD patients and deserves further study.
简介:在一家单中心儿科医院,神经激肽-1受体拮抗剂阿瑞匹坦被用于治疗表皮松解症(EB)和特应性皮炎(AD)的难治性瘙痒症:方法:纳入37名患者(24名EB患者,13名AD患者),年龄在10个月至37岁之间:58%(14/24)的EB患者和85%(11/13)的AD患者表示阿瑞匹坦能够有效减轻他们的瘙痒症状,在EB患者中观察到与年龄相关的疗效差异,保险拒保或药物供应不足阻碍了药物的使用:阿瑞匹坦有望控制儿童 EB 和 AD 患者的难治性瘙痒,值得进一步研究。
{"title":"Efficacy of aprepitant for refractory pruritus in patients with epidermolysis bullosa and atopic dermatitis: A retrospective study.","authors":"Cheryl J Hartzell, Alexandra Szabova, Andrew B Collins, Armand N Morel, Desimir Mijatovic, Kenneth R Goldschneider","doi":"10.1111/pde.15704","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/pde.15704","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>At a single-center pediatric hospital, the neurokinin-1 receptor antagonist aprepitant was used to treat refractory pruritus in epidermolysis bullosa (EB) and atopic dermatitis (AD).</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Thirty-seven patients were included (24 EB patients, 13 AD patients), ages 10 months to 37 years.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>58% (14/24) of patients with EB and 85% (11/13) of patients with AD reported aprepitant was effective in decreasing their pruritus, with age-related differences in efficacy observed in EB patients, and access to the medication by insurance denial or availability of the drug as a barrier to use.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Aprepitant shows promise in controlling refractory pruritus in pediatric EB and AD patients and deserves further study.</p>","PeriodicalId":19819,"journal":{"name":"Pediatric Dermatology","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-07-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141760287","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Brenda Abreu Molnar, Lynna J Yang, Amy S Paller, Ziyou Ren
Background: Dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (DEB) describes a rare genetic blistering disorder characterized by fragile skin. This study aimed to classify the frequency, demographics, cost, and comorbidities associated with emergency department (ED) visits due to DEB.
Methods: The Nationwide Emergency Department Sample (NEDS) was analyzed for pediatric (age <18) ED visits from 2015 to 2019. DEB was identified with ICD-10-CM code Q81.2. Weighted frequency, prevalence, and 95% confidence intervals (CIs) of comorbidities were determined among ED visits with and without a DEB diagnosis.
Results: From 2015 to 2019, 53 (weighted 242) cases of DEB among 27,223,220 pediatric ED visits were captured. Patients with DEB were more likely to visit the ED in summer compared with those without a diagnosis of DEB (35.7% vs. 21.4%, P < .05). More than half of patients with DEB were admitted to the hospital (56.2%, 95% CI: 39.3-72.5, P < .001) versus only 3.4% (95% CI: 3.1-3.7) of other patients. For ED visits with a secondary DEB diagnosis, the top three primary diagnoses were fever, constipation, and bone marrow transplant aftercare. Patients with DEB had higher rates of hypertension, cellulitis, sepsis, acute and chronic kidney injury, esophageal obstruction, gastroesophageal reflux disease, cardiomyopathy, and anxiety, compared to patients without DEB (all P < .001).
Conclusions: DEB is a complex blistering disorder with multisystemic manifestations. Patients with DEB have significantly higher admission rates and commonly present with infectious or gastrointestinal complications. Understanding the features of ED visits due to DEB can better prepare healthcare teams and improve patient outcomes.
背景:萎缩性表皮松解症(DEB)是一种以皮肤脆弱为特征的罕见遗传性水疱病。本研究旨在对因萎缩性表皮松解症而到急诊科(ED)就诊的频率、人口统计学、费用和合并症进行分类:方法:分析了全国急诊科样本(NEDS)中的儿科(年龄 结果:从 2015 年到 2019 年,共有 53 例(加权)急诊科就诊病例:从2015年到2019年,在27,223,220次儿科急诊就诊中,有53例(加权242例)DEB病例。与未诊断出 DEB 的患者相比,DEB 患者更有可能在夏季到急诊室就诊(35.7% 对 21.4%,P 结论:DEB 是一种复杂的水疱性疾病:DEB 是一种复杂的水疱性疾病,具有多系统表现。DEB 患者的入院率明显较高,且通常伴有感染或胃肠道并发症。了解因 DEB 而就诊的急诊室患者的特征,可以让医疗团队做好更充分的准备,并改善患者的预后。
{"title":"Increased healthcare burden and comorbidity risks of pediatric patients with dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa: Analysis of Nationwide Emergency Department Sample 2015-2019.","authors":"Brenda Abreu Molnar, Lynna J Yang, Amy S Paller, Ziyou Ren","doi":"10.1111/pde.15688","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/pde.15688","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (DEB) describes a rare genetic blistering disorder characterized by fragile skin. This study aimed to classify the frequency, demographics, cost, and comorbidities associated with emergency department (ED) visits due to DEB.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>The Nationwide Emergency Department Sample (NEDS) was analyzed for pediatric (age <18) ED visits from 2015 to 2019. DEB was identified with ICD-10-CM code Q81.2. Weighted frequency, prevalence, and 95% confidence intervals (CIs) of comorbidities were determined among ED visits with and without a DEB diagnosis.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>From 2015 to 2019, 53 (weighted 242) cases of DEB among 27,223,220 pediatric ED visits were captured. Patients with DEB were more likely to visit the ED in summer compared with those without a diagnosis of DEB (35.7% vs. 21.4%, P < .05). More than half of patients with DEB were admitted to the hospital (56.2%, 95% CI: 39.3-72.5, P < .001) versus only 3.4% (95% CI: 3.1-3.7) of other patients. For ED visits with a secondary DEB diagnosis, the top three primary diagnoses were fever, constipation, and bone marrow transplant aftercare. Patients with DEB had higher rates of hypertension, cellulitis, sepsis, acute and chronic kidney injury, esophageal obstruction, gastroesophageal reflux disease, cardiomyopathy, and anxiety, compared to patients without DEB (all P < .001).</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>DEB is a complex blistering disorder with multisystemic manifestations. Patients with DEB have significantly higher admission rates and commonly present with infectious or gastrointestinal complications. Understanding the features of ED visits due to DEB can better prepare healthcare teams and improve patient outcomes.</p>","PeriodicalId":19819,"journal":{"name":"Pediatric Dermatology","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-07-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141760289","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Sepsis is a leading cause of death in preterm neonates. The increased susceptibility to sepsis is due to prolonged hospitalization, the need for invasive procedures, and immaturity of innate and adaptive immunity. Chlorhexidine gluconate is a popular topical disinfectant that was not recommended for use in preterm neonates until 2012. Thus, there are few studies assessing the role of chlorhexidine gluconate in antisepsis for preterm neonates. A better understanding of the safety and efficacy of chlorhexidine gluconate as an antiseptic agent for preterm neonates is the first step in establishing best practice guidelines for this population.
{"title":"Chlorhexidine gluconate for antisepsis in preterm neonates: A review of safety and efficacy.","authors":"Jamie B Harris, Reesa L Monir, Jennifer J Schoch","doi":"10.1111/pde.15709","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/pde.15709","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Sepsis is a leading cause of death in preterm neonates. The increased susceptibility to sepsis is due to prolonged hospitalization, the need for invasive procedures, and immaturity of innate and adaptive immunity. Chlorhexidine gluconate is a popular topical disinfectant that was not recommended for use in preterm neonates until 2012. Thus, there are few studies assessing the role of chlorhexidine gluconate in antisepsis for preterm neonates. A better understanding of the safety and efficacy of chlorhexidine gluconate as an antiseptic agent for preterm neonates is the first step in establishing best practice guidelines for this population.</p>","PeriodicalId":19819,"journal":{"name":"Pediatric Dermatology","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-07-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141760286","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}