Melanoma risk is increased after allogeneic hematopoietic cell transplantation (HCT), but specific risk factors are unknown. We conducted a nested case-control study of 140 melanoma cases and 557 controls (matched by age at HCT, sex, primary disease, survival time) through…

To the Editor: Midface toddler excoriation syndrome (MiTES) is a newly recognized autosomal recessive condition arising in the first year of life and characterized by deep, self-inflicted excoriations largely confined to the medial cheeks, nasal bridge, and central forehead. Eight patients,…

Chemical cauterization is an office procedure in dermatology that is commonly used for destruction of diseased tissue. The conventional method of chemical cauterization involves immersing a pointed stick of wood (toothpick) into an active chemical agent and applying it on…

Appropriate dressings after trauma or surgery of the nail unit or finger digit is extremely important to achieve hemostasis, prevent infections, and provide protection from external trauma. Even a properly cushioned dressing might not provide adequate protection from external trauma…