Siddig Ibrahim Abdelwahab, Manal Mohamed Elhassan Taha, Abdullah Farasani, Ahmed Ali Jerah, Saleh M Abdullah, Bassem Oraibi, Yasir Babiker, Hassan Ahmad Alfaifi, Amal Hamdan Alzahrani, Ahmed S Alamer, Tawfeeq Altherwi, Ibrahim Abdel Aziz Ibrahim, Waseem Hassan
{"title":"The evolution of calcium alginate-based dressings in wound healing: A comprehensive bibliometric review of the top 100 cited studies.","authors":"Siddig Ibrahim Abdelwahab, Manal Mohamed Elhassan Taha, Abdullah Farasani, Ahmed Ali Jerah, Saleh M Abdullah, Bassem Oraibi, Yasir Babiker, Hassan Ahmad Alfaifi, Amal Hamdan Alzahrani, Ahmed S Alamer, Tawfeeq Altherwi, Ibrahim Abdel Aziz Ibrahim, Waseem Hassan","doi":"10.1016/j.clindermatol.2024.11.002","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.clindermatol.2024.11.002","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Calcium alginate, a naturally derived polysaccharide from brown seaweed, has gained significant prominence in advanced wound care technologies. Despite its widespread application, there is a need for a bibliometric analysis to map the scientific advancements and thematic evolution in the field. To conduct a bibliometric analysis of the top 100 most cited papers on calcium alginate wound dressings to identify key contributors, collaborative networks, prominent themes, and trends in citation impact. The Scopus database was utilized for its broad multidisciplinary coverage. A search string \"(wound dressing) AND (calcium alginate)\" was applied to the Title, Abstract, and Keywords fields without time restrictions. Only articles and reviews were included. The analysis involved two phases: (1) a general examination of all retrieved publications for productive authors, institutions, countries, sponsors, and sources; and (2) an in-depth analysis of the top 100 most cited papers using VOSviewer and the bibliometrix package in R Studio. Co-authorship, citation networks, keyword co-occurrences, and citation metrics were visualized and statistically analyzed. From a total of 330 publications identified, the United States (57 publications), the United Kingdom (54), and China (46) emerged as leading contributors. Key institutions included Donghua University (9 publications) and Chulalongkorn University (5 publications). Prominent funding sources were the National Natural Science Foundation of China (20 publications) and the Ministry of Science and Technology of China (6 publications). The International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, the International Wound Journal, and the British Journal of Plastic Surgery were frequently cited sources. The top 100 cited papers, spanning 1983-2023, demonstrated peaks in citation impact in 2014 and 2015, with mean citations per article exceeding 270. Co-word analysis revealed evolving research themes over decades, highlighting foundational and innovative contributions. This comprehensive analysis may provide valuable insights into the thematic evolution and emerging trends, serving as a foundation for future research in wound care technologies.</p>","PeriodicalId":10358,"journal":{"name":"Clinics in dermatology","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2024-11-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142686157","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}
Hossein Akbarialiabad MD, MSc , Jane M. Grant-Kels MD , Dedee F. Murrell BMBCh, DSc
{"title":"A call for action: Formalin exposure and broader occupational hazards and assessing the risk of glioblastoma in clinician scientists","authors":"Hossein Akbarialiabad MD, MSc , Jane M. Grant-Kels MD , Dedee F. Murrell BMBCh, DSc","doi":"10.1016/j.clindermatol.2024.05.008","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.clindermatol.2024.05.008","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Physicians and surgeons have a threefold increased risk of glioblastoma<span><span> compared with population controls. We discuss the potential role of dermatology </span>neurotoxin and carcinogenic occupational exposure, particularly to formalin/formaldehyde; how to reduce those exposures; and the ethical imperative for dermatologists to protect themselves, their staff, and their patients.</span></div></div>","PeriodicalId":10358,"journal":{"name":"Clinics in dermatology","volume":"42 6","pages":"Pages 723-726"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2024-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141199562","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}
{"title":"More than just dermatitis: The multifaceted nature of chronic itch through the historical perspective of Napoleon Bonaparte","authors":"Zachary Leibovit-Reiben BS , Hannah Godfrey BS , Alissa Stanley BS , Rebecca Thiede MD","doi":"10.1016/j.clindermatol.2024.06.025","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.clindermatol.2024.06.025","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Derived from the survival advantage needed to eradicate harmful irritants from the skin's surface, itch, also known as pruritus, is an intriguing phenomenon and a key feature of many dermatologic diseases. The pathologic form, chronic itch, is a condition that precedes itself by its complex pathophysiology, numerous etiologies, and interplay of mechanisms that often make it difficult to diagnose and treat. One particular sufferer of this condition, the 18th-century French emperor Napoleon Bonaparte, makes for a compelling case study of the complexity of chronic itch. We delve into the many etiologies and mechanisms of chronic itch, using Napoleon's lifelong struggle with this condition as our model, identifying potential environmental, neurologic, psychiatric, and immunologic origins of his condition.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":10358,"journal":{"name":"Clinics in dermatology","volume":"42 6","pages":"Pages 709-714"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2024-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141466628","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}
Albert E. Zhou MD, PhD , Alyssa Swearingen BA , Christian Gronbeck MD , Neelesh P. Jain MD , Brett Sloan MD , Jane M. Grant-Kels MD , Hao Feng MD, MHS
{"title":"Ethics of dynamic and differential pricing for cosmetic procedures","authors":"Albert E. Zhou MD, PhD , Alyssa Swearingen BA , Christian Gronbeck MD , Neelesh P. Jain MD , Brett Sloan MD , Jane M. Grant-Kels MD , Hao Feng MD, MHS","doi":"10.1016/j.clindermatol.2024.08.008","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.clindermatol.2024.08.008","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Patient demand for procedures has increased in the evolving landscape of cosmetic dermatology. This has been fueled, in part, by social media and the growing normalization of cosmetic enhancements, developments that have led some patients to have potentially unrealistic expectations and place undue pressure on dermatologists to meet these often unrealistic demands. This pressure is exacerbated further by patients who are seen as difficult, demanding, and time-consuming and who may require extensive counseling. Physicians may adopt dynamic or differential pricing strategies to offset the additional time and effort that these patients require. We discuss the ethical concerns surrounding these pricing strategies in the cosmetic sphere, highlight the importance of transparency in pricing, and offer suggestions to promote clarity and fairness in cosmetic dermatology practices.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":10358,"journal":{"name":"Clinics in dermatology","volume":"42 6","pages":"Pages 739-741"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2024-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142105015","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}
Matthew D. Viveiros BS, Kateri Schoettinger BS, Sabrina Almashni BS, Varshita Chirumamilla BS, Jessica Kaffenberger MD
{"title":"Sex disparity among dermatology publications (2021-2023): Analysis of principal investigators and leading authors","authors":"Matthew D. Viveiros BS, Kateri Schoettinger BS, Sabrina Almashni BS, Varshita Chirumamilla BS, Jessica Kaffenberger MD","doi":"10.1016/j.clindermatol.2024.08.006","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.clindermatol.2024.08.006","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":10358,"journal":{"name":"Clinics in dermatology","volume":"42 6","pages":"Pages 692-693"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2024-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142105016","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}
Luigi Valenzano MD , Angela Maria Ferraris MD , Leonard J. Hoenig MD , Franco Rongioletti MD
{"title":"The Tiber Island in the history of dermatology and venereology, including the curious history of “K syndrome,” the fictitious disease that scared the Nazis","authors":"Luigi Valenzano MD , Angela Maria Ferraris MD , Leonard J. Hoenig MD , Franco Rongioletti MD","doi":"10.1016/j.clindermatol.2024.09.018","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.clindermatol.2024.09.018","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Tiber Island in Rome has a rich history as a center of worship and health care. Its origins date back to ancient times, with the establishment of the Temple of Asclepius marking its role in healing practices. Over centuries, it evolved into a hub for medical innovation and refuge during epidemics and conflicts. During World War II, Fatebenefratelli Hospital on Tiber Island played a pivotal role in sheltering Jews from Nazi persecution. Using a fictitious disease termed “K syndrome,” doctors helped endangered Jewish patients evade capture and deportation to concentration camps by exploiting Nazi fears of contagion. Patients diagnosed with “K syndrome” were shielded from apprehension, highlighting the hospital's innovative tactics to save lives amidst wartime atrocities. This episode underscores the hospital's courageous efforts and enduring legacy as a beacon of compassion in the face of adversity.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":10358,"journal":{"name":"Clinics in dermatology","volume":"42 6","pages":"Pages 637-640"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2024-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142281342","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}
Lu Yuan MD , Kai Jin MD, PhD , An Shao MS , Jia Feng MD , Caiping Shi MD , Juan Ye MD, PhD , Andrzej Grzybowski MD, PhD
{"title":"Analysis of international publication trends in artificial intelligence in skin cancer","authors":"Lu Yuan MD , Kai Jin MD, PhD , An Shao MS , Jia Feng MD , Caiping Shi MD , Juan Ye MD, PhD , Andrzej Grzybowski MD, PhD","doi":"10.1016/j.clindermatol.2024.09.012","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.clindermatol.2024.09.012","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Bibliometric methods were used to analyze publications on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in skin cancer from 2010 to 2022, aiming to explore current publication trends and future directions. A comprehensive search using four terms, “artificial intelligence,” “machine learning,” “deep learning,” and “skin cancer,” was performed in the Web of Science database for original English language publications on AI in skin cancer from 2010 to 2022. We visually analyzed publication, citation, and coupling information, focusing on authors, countries and regions, publishing journals, institutions, and core keywords.</div><div>The analysis of 989 publications revealed a consistent year-on-year increase in publications from 2010 to 2022 (0.51% versus 33.57%). The United States, India, and China emerged as the leading contributors. <em>IEEE Access</em> was identified as the most prolific journal in this area. Key journals and influential authors were highlighted. Examination of the top 10 most cited publications highlights the significant potential of AI in oncology. Co-citation network analysis identified four primary categories of classical literature on AI in skin tumors. Keyword analysis indicated that \"melanoma,\" \"classification,\" and \"deep learning\" were the most prevalent keywords, suggesting that deep learning for melanoma diagnosis and grading is the current research focus. The term “pigmented skin lesions” showed the strongest burst and longest duration, whereas “texture” was the latest emerging keyword. AI represents a rapidly growing area of research in skin cancer with the potential to significantly improve skin cancer management. Future research will likely focus on machine learning and deep learning technologies for screening and diagnostic purposes.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":10358,"journal":{"name":"Clinics in dermatology","volume":"42 6","pages":"Pages 570-584"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2024-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142281315","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}
Marina Landau MD , Antonella Tosti MD , George Kroumpouzos MD, PhD , Erik Eims MD , Mohamad Goldust MD
{"title":"Frontal fibrosing alopecia—A new absolute contraindication for deep chemical peels","authors":"Marina Landau MD , Antonella Tosti MD , George Kroumpouzos MD, PhD , Erik Eims MD , Mohamad Goldust MD","doi":"10.1016/j.clindermatol.2024.06.024","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.clindermatol.2024.06.024","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Frontal fibrosing alopecia (FFA) is characterized by a receding hairline in the frontotemporal region due to the gradual loss of hair follicles and then follicular stem cells and follicular fibrosis. Follicular stem cells are crucial in skin healing after chemical peeling and other resurfacing procedures. Although there is a possible association of FFA with a history of facial and scalp surgical procedures, there is no information on the safety of cosmetic procedures in patients with FFA. We report five patients with FFA who experienced unusual and complicated outcomes after undergoing a deep chemical peel (phenol and croton oil). As the prevalence of FFA continues to increase globally, it is essential to raise awareness about the potential incompatibility of this dermatologic disorder with specific cosmetic procedures, such as deeper peels and other resurfacing modalities.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":10358,"journal":{"name":"Clinics in dermatology","volume":"42 6","pages":"Pages 696-700"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2024-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141466626","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}