The Search for Answers About Aplasia Cutis Congenita
Aplasia cutis congenita is a congenital epidermal defect of the midline scalp, but why it forms mainly at this anatomic site has been unknown. Now, researchers have now identified the mechanisms behind mutations that cause a congenital condition called aplasia cutis congenita. Depending on whether mutations are in the KCTD1 or KCTD15 genes, additional characteristics beyond the scalp—such as kidney […]
FDA Clears New Sofwave Technology for Muscle Toning
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has cleared Sofwave ‘s Pure Impact utilizing PlyoPulse electromagnetic stimulation (EMS) technology for muscle toning and strength conditioning. The approval will allow practitioners to include toning and strengthening of diverse muscle groups along with eyebrow and submental neck lifting, treatment of fine lines and wrinkles, treatment of cellulite, and […]
Personalized Medicine in Dermatology: A Rare Subset of T Cells May Predict Which Melanoma Patients Benefit Most From ICIs
A rare subset of T cells known as Vd1-gd T cells can help predict which melanoma patients may benefit most from immunotherapy, according to research in Nature Cancer. Previous research has shown that immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) can ‘reactivate’ T cells formerly suppressed by cancer cells. The T cells can then kill cancer cells by recognizing cancer […]