Article
Mycology
Sacheli Rosalie, Cuypers Lize, Seidel Laurence, Darfouf Rajae, Adjetey Caroline, Lagrou Katrien, Hayette Marie-Pierre
Summary: Trichophyton rubrum is the most frequently isolated species in Belgium, while Microsporum audouinii is the main etiological agent of Tinea capitis. Other African dermatophyte species also contribute to the occurrence of dermatophytosis in Belgium.
Article
Dermatology
Mengwen He, Jingsi Zeng, Yehong Mao, Yuechen Zheng, Xin Lian, Hongxiang Chen
Summary: Tinea capitis, a common fungal infection of the scalp, predominantly affects children but there has been an increasing trend of adult cases in the Hubei area in recent years. Trichophyton violaceum has replaced Trichophyton schoenleinii as the leading pathogen in adult tinea capitis cases. These findings enhance our understanding of the treatment and prevention of tinea capitis in adults.
Review
Microbiology
Stefanos Charpantidis, Maria Siopi, Georgios Pappas, Kalliopi Theodoridou, Constantinos Tsiamis, George Samonis, Stella-Eugenia Chryssou, Stamatios Gregoriou, Dimitrios Rigopoulos, Athanasios Tsakris, Georgia Vrioni
Summary: Mass population movements have significantly impacted the epidemiology of tinea capitis, particularly in countries receiving refugees. An unprecedented immigration wave in Greece since 2015 has led to an increase in tinea capitis cases, with a shift towards anthropophilic Trichophyton species. Periodic monitoring of pathogen profiles is crucial for appropriate treatment and prevention strategies.
Review
Dermatology
Huilin Zhi, Hong Shen, Yan Zhong, Bo Sang, Wenwen Lv, Qiuping Li, Zehu Liu, Xiujiao Xia
Summary: Research showed that children diagnosed with tinea capitis were mainly 0-10 years old. The predominant dermatophyte of tinea capitis in recent years has shifted from Trichophyton violaceum to Microsporum canis. The percentage of anthropophilic dermatophytes has increased gradually, while the percentage of zoophilic dermatophytes has decreased.
Article
Mycology
Bilin Dong, Yao Chen, Huiyuan Yu, Zunyi Chen, Jing Yang, Zilu Qu, Meihua Li, Zhongsheng Tong
Summary: Tinea capitis remains common in Wuhan, with a different pathogen spectrum compared to other parts of China. A retrospective survey was conducted on 778 patients with tinea capitis from 2011 to 2022 in Wuhan, and the most common pathogen was Trichophyton violaceum. There were significant differences in pathogen spectrum between child and adult tinea capitis, and black-dot type was the most common. Adjusting measures against the spreading of tinea capitis according to the changes in pathogen distribution in recent years is important.
Article
Dermatology
Julia Felicitas Pilz, Martin Koeberle, Alphina Kain, Peter Seidl, Alexander Zink, Tilo Biedermann, Anna Caroline Pilz
Summary: This study aims to analyze the proportion of Trichophyton tonsurans infections in the dermatology department of a large university hospital in Germany from 2019 to 2022 and thoroughly characterize the affected patient population. The results show that in 2022, 20.7% of the dermatophyte culture-positive patients tested positive for Trichophyton tonsurans, which is a tenfold increase from 2019. Contact sports were practiced by only 21.7% of patients, and no common hotspot or other linkage could be identified between the cases. The study suggests an increase of Trichophyton tonsurans infections through several routes of transmission.
Editorial Material
Medicine, General & Internal
Stephanie V. Sherman
Summary: A 6-year-old boy presented with a rash on his scalp and hair loss. Microsporum canis infection was identified through Wood's lamp examination and molecular testing.
NEW ENGLAND JOURNAL OF MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Dermatology
R. Kassem, A. Barzilai, S. Baum, A. Kempfner, F. Pavlotsky
Summary: This study aimed to describe and compare the response to treatment among Israeli and refugee children with Tinea capitis (TC). It was found that refugee children are more susceptible to TC and require dosage adjustment of griseofulvin for treatment.
Article
Mycology
Xin Zhou, Sarah A. Ahmed, Chao Tang, Maria Eduarda Grisolia, Jose Francisco Ghignatti Warth, Kristen Webster, Andrea Peano, Silke Uhrlass, Claudia Cafarchia, Marie Pierre Hayette, Rosalie Sacheli, Tadeja Matos, Yingqian Kang, G. Sybren de Hoog, Peiying Feng
Summary: This study explored the evolutionary relationship between the three species of the Microsporum canis complex (M. canis, M. audouinii, and M. ferrugineum) and their potential host shift process. Through various analyses, it was determined that the zoophilic M. canis has adapted to the anthropophilic M. ferrugineum, with M. audouinii in an intermediate position, based on molecular data, physicochemical properties, and phenotypes.
Article
Mycology
Yuan Yuan Xiao, Ya Bin Zhou, Jin Jing Chao, Lin Ma
Summary: This study investigated the epidemiological characteristics and distribution of pathogenic strains of tinea capitis in children in Beijing and adjacent regions. The results showed that zoophilic species were the main pathogens of tinea capitis, and the incidence rate of tinea capitis decreased during a certain period of time.
Article
Microbiology
Pauline Lecerf, Roelke De Paepe, Yasaman Jazaeri, Anne-Cecile Normand, Delphine Martiny, Ann Packeu
Summary: Tinea capitis is a common scalp infection with global health implications. Traditional identification methods are time-consuming and expensive, while MALDI-TOF MS offers a rapid and cost-effective alternative. This study developed a liquid culture MALDI-TOF MS protocol for the identification of dermatophytes, but the results showed no significant improvement in turnaround time and a decrease in correct identification rate.
Article
Microbiology
Pavlina Lyskova, Radim Dobias, Adela Cmokova, Miroslav Kolarik, Petr Hamal, Katerina Smatlakova, Jan Husek, Karel Mencl, Nad'a Mallatova, Zora Polackova, Anezka Krnacova, Kristyna Palkovicova, Daniela Jablonska, Jitka Machacova, Zdenek Drlik, Denisa Bazsoova, Pavla Jaworska, Lucie Svobodova, Vit Hubka
Summary: Trichophyton quinckeanum, a relatively rare human pathogen, is mainly transmitted through zoophilic infections with most cases reported in the Olomouc region of Czechia, indicating a local outbreak. Infections are commonly contracted from infected cats, with occasional cases from infected dogs. Molecular methods are recommended for accurate identification due to morphological similarities with other species. Antifungal susceptibility testing showed terbinafine, amorolfine, ciclopirox, and efinaconazole to be the most effective, while fluconazole and ketoconazole had elevated minimum inhibitory concentrations.
Article
Dermatology
Hadeer R. Wahbah, Rabie B. Atallah, Ramadan M. Eldahshan, Mohamed L. Elsaie
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate and follow up on the clinico-trichoscopic features of children with Tinea capitis (TC) during treatment with either griseofulvin or terbinafine. The results showed a significant reduction in trichoscopic signs such as corkscrew and broken hairs, perifollicular scales, scalp erythema, and crust from 2 weeks onward after initiation of antifungal therapy, regardless of the prescribed antifungal drug.
DERMATOLOGIC THERAPY
(2022)
Review
Dermatology
Anca Chiriac, Adriana Diaconeasa, Cristiana Voicu, Mihaela Ivaniciuc, Raluca Miulescu, Anca E. Chiriac, Pietro Nenoff, Uwe Wollina
Summary: Kerion Celsi is a deep fungal infection of the scalp that mainly affects children aged 3 and older. It is characterized by swelling, pain, alopecia, and purulent secretions. Diagnosis is based on clinical suspicion, examination, and medical history, and is confirmed by microscopy, fungal culture, and molecular procedures. Treatment involves antifungal medication, with surgery being avoided.
Review
Dermatology
Felix Bongomin, Ronald Olum, Lauryn Nsenga, Martha Namusobya, Laura Russell, Emma de Sousa, Iriagbonse Iyabo Osaigbovo, Richard Kwizera, Joseph Baruch Baluku
Summary: Tinea capitis is a common skin fungal infection among school-age children in Africa, with an estimated total of 138.1 million cases across the continent. Nigeria and Ethiopia have the highest number of cases, contributing significantly to the burden of the disease. Clinical diagnosis is more prevalent than mycological diagnosis in this region, highlighting the need for improved diagnostic methods and public health interventions.
Article
Oncology
Pablo Garcia-Montero, Maria Victoria de Galvez-Aranda, Nuria Blazquez-Sanchez, Francisco Rivas-Ruiz, Jose Francisco Millan-Cayetano, Cristina Garcia-Harana, Magdalena de Troya Martin
Summary: This study examines the evolution of quality of life in patients with cervicofacial non-melanoma skin cancer during treatment. The results show that patients experience the greatest deterioration in quality of life at the time of diagnosis, with some improvement during treatment. In comparison with previous studies, our population had lower scores and less improvement during follow-up.
JOURNAL OF CANCER EDUCATION
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Guillermo de Castro Maqueda, Jose Vicente Gutierrez-Manzanedo, Jose Luis Gonzalez-Montesinos, Carmen Vaz Pardal, Francisco Rivas Ruiz, Magdalena de Troya Martin
Summary: The study reveals that elite kitesurfers are susceptible to dangerous levels of UV radiation, leading to numerous sunburn incidents during the previous sports season. It is necessary to raise awareness among these athletes about the risk of developing skin cancer and encourage improved sun protection and skin surveillance practices.
JOURNAL OF CANCER EDUCATION
(2022)
Article
Dermatology
M. Navarrete-De Galvez, J. M. Ruiz Sanchez, E. Navarrete-De Galvez, J. Aguilera, F. Rivas-Ruiz, M. de Troya-Martin, E. Herrera-Ceballos, M. de Galvez
Summary: Transplant recipients, especially athletes, are at increased risk of skin cancer due to sun exposure. Despite high awareness, sunburn remains common. Wearing a hat is significantly associated with a reduced prevalence of sunburn, highlighting the importance of sun protection education in this population.
PHOTODERMATOLOGY PHOTOIMMUNOLOGY & PHOTOMEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Dermatology
Jose Vicente Gutierrez-Manzanedo, Carmen Vaz Pardal, Nuria Blazquez-Sanchez, Maria Victoria De Galvez, Jose Aguilera-Arjona, Jose Luis Gonzalez-Montesinos, Francisco Rivas Ruiz, Magdalena De Troya-Martin
Summary: This study evaluated the risk of sun exposure and photoprotection practices among Spanish sailors during Olympic competitions. The findings showed that the sailors had high levels of UV radiation exposure, a high rate of sunburn, and insufficient adherence to sun-protective behaviors, particularly in regards to sunscreen use. Sports federations should develop educational campaigns to raise awareness about sun-related exposure habits and photoprotection behaviors to reduce the risk of skin cancer among these athletes.
PHOTODERMATOLOGY PHOTOIMMUNOLOGY & PHOTOMEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Psychology
Natalia Sylvia Ramos, Oliver Jimenez, Silvia Habicheyn-Hiar, Angeles Roca, Francisco Rivas-Ruiz, Davinia M. Resurreccion, Magdalena de Troya
Summary: Psoriasis, a high incidence dermatosis related to stress, can be effectively managed through mindfulness-based interventions such as Compassionate Emotional Accompaniment Technique (CEAT). A study found that CEAT was more effective in emotional management compared to Emotional Disclosure control group in patients with severe psoriasis. These findings support the use of CEAT intervention in clinical settings to improve emotional management in this population group.
ANALES DE PSICOLOGIA
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Diego Rodriguez Baron, Nuria Blazquez Sanchez, Francisco Rivas Ruiz, Alba Rodriguez Martinez, Jose Aguilera Arjona, Guillermo de Castro Maqueda, Ines Gomez Araujo, Maria Victoria de Galvez Aranda, Antonio Rodriguez Martinez, Magdalena de Troya Martin
Summary: Chronic sun exposure and sunburns are the main causes of skin cancer, and physical education teachers are at high risk due to their work nature. This study in Andalusia, Spain, analyzed the sun exposure and photoprotection practices of primary and secondary physical education teachers. The findings showed that teachers had high UV radiation exposure, often exceeding international recommendations. The study also revealed low compliance with photoprotection measures, indicating the need for interventions to reduce sun exposure and promote early detection of skin cancer.
JOURNAL OF CANCER EDUCATION
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Magdalena de Troya Martin, Sierra Aguilar, Jose Aguilera-Arjona, Francisco Rivas-Ruiz, Alba Rodriguez-Martinez, Guillermo de Castro-Maqueda, Jacobo Cambil-Martin, Victoria de Galvez-Aranda, Nuria Blazquez-Sanchez
Summary: This study aims to determine occupational photoexposure and photoprotection among outdoor workers in a municipality in southern Spain. The results show that the workers are overexposed to UV radiation and have poor photoprotection practices. Effective interventions are needed to protect their health.
OCCUPATIONAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Letter
Dermatology
Juan Segura M. Palacios, Alberto Soto Moreno, Ismael Valladares Millan, Francisco Rivas Ruiz, Carlos Cuenca Barrales, Alejandro Molina Leyva
JOURNAL OF DERMATOLOGICAL TREATMENT
(2023)
Article
Nursing
Cristina Lopez-Munoz, Marta Aranda-Gallardo, Francisco Rivas-Ruiz, Ana Belen Moya-Suarez, Jose Miguel Morales-Asencio, Jose Carlos Canca-Sanchez
Summary: Almost 50% of multipathological patients have dysphagia. This study compared the dysphagia in two groups of multipathological patients: one group fed with percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) and the other group fed orally. The results showed that patients in the PEG group were mainly diagnosed with dementia, while stroke was the most relevant pathology in those fed orally. Both groups had high comorbidity and dependence.
ENFERMERIA CLINICA
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Jose V. Gutierrez-Manzanedo, Jose Luis Gonzalez-Montesinos, Jose Aguilera-Arjona, Alba Rodriguez-Martinez, Carmen Vaz-Pardal, Vanesa Espana-Romero, Francisco Rivas-Ruiz, Nuria Blazquez-Sanchez, Maria Victoria De Galvez-Aranda, Magdalena De Troya-Martin
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the sun radiation exposure and sun protection behaviors of outdoor rock climbers. The results showed high rates of sunburn, elevated personal UV radiation doses, and inadequate sun protection practices among the climbers. This highlights the need for explicit sun protection campaigns and educational strategies to reduce the risk of skin cancer in this population.
PHOTOCHEMICAL & PHOTOBIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Marilina Garcia, Maximino Redondo, Irene Zarcos, Javier Louro, Francisco Rivas-Ruiz, Teresa Tellez, Diego Perez, Francisco Medina Cano, Kenza Machan, Laia Domingo, Maria del Mar Vernet, Maria Padilla-Ruiz, Xavier Castells, Maria Sala
Summary: This study evaluated the survival rate and clinical-pathological differences among breast cancer patients detected by mammographic screening. The results showed that breast tumors detected during the first screening round were frequently characterized by a more benign phenotype compared to other screening subgroups.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF BREAST HEALTH
(2022)