Biosimilar Watch: FDA Accepts BLA for Proposed Stelara Biosimilar
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has accepted Accord BioPharma, Inc’s Biologics License Application (BLA) for DMB-3115, a proposed biosimilar to ustekinumab (Stelara, Johnson & Johnson). Ustekinumab is approved for the treatment of plaque psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, Crohn’s disease, and ulcerative colitis. The BLA submission for DMB-3115 is based on results from phase III multi-regional clinical trials in […]
FDA Clears Enspectra’s VIO System for Biopsy-free Skin Imaging
The U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted 510(k) marketing clearance to Enspectra Health’s VIO System, a first-of-its-kind technology that combines reflectance confocal and multiphoton microscopy to enable cellular resolution, and cross-sectional imaging of skin in seconds. Vio is portable, handheld, and digitizes pathology directly from a patient’s skin to provide clinical insights for […]
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 […]
What Your Patients Are Watching: Study Analyzes YouTube Videos on Melanoma
YouTube does a decent job of providing quality health information on melanoma. This is the main finding from new research in the Journal of Integrative Dermatology. The study aimed to examine the characteristics of YouTube videos on melanoma and evaluate the educational content. To arrive at their findings, researchers searched YouTube using the keyword “melanoma.” […]
TDD Industry News and Views: Weekly Updates on Comings, Goings, and Other Happenings in Dermatology
Brett Fair Named National Sales Director at Sun Pharma Brett Fair is now Sun Pharma’s National Sales Director for the medical dermatology sales team. In this role, Mr. Fair is responsible for the promotion of Winlevi and Absorica LD. Before joining Sun Pharma, he served as Vice President of Corporate Development at Novan Therapeutics. Mr. Fair began his career […]
Novel Device Facilitates Successful No-Shave FUE Transplants for People With Long Hair
The UGraft Zeus device may help simplify no-shave follicular unit excision (FUE) hair transplants for people with long hair, according to a study in Clinical, Cosmetic, and Investigational Dermatology. The device features a proprietary punch called the Intelligent Punch and a skin-adaptive driver (UGraft Zeus). Existing FUE devices have limitations and have not been able to […]
Psoriasis Linked to Poor Sleep Quality
Despite a widely reported prevalence of sleep disturbances among psoriasis patients, discrepant results exist regarding the quantitative effect of psoriasis on sleep. Now, a new study suggests that the jury is in. Psoriasis is associated with poor sleep quality and higher risk for sleep disturbances, especially among patients with psoriatic arthritis, severe psoriasis, shorter duration of […]
Review: Judicious Use of Acne Medications May Prevent Scarring
When it comes to acne scarring, an ounce of prevention is truly worth a pound of cure, finds new research in the Journal of Integrative Dermatology. Scarring is a known sequela of acne vulgaris and can often reduce a patient’s quality of life and self-image. While there are multiple modalities available to treat acne scars, few […]