Publications by authors named "Jeffrey N Li"

A 66-year-old male with a history of chronic epistaxis and sinusitis presented with a non-healing ulcer on the right nasolabial region persisting for 7 months. While denying additional symptoms, he admitted to recreational cocaine smoking. Examination revealed an ulcerated plaque with raised, pink-edged borders extending from the right nasal rim to the upper lip.

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  • Immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) can cause serious side effects, including a severe skin condition called epidermal necrosis, which can resemble Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) and toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN).
  • In a study of 98 cases of ICI-associated epidermal necrosis, it was noted that symptoms can develop anywhere from 1 day to 3 years after starting treatment, with more severe cases often showing a preceding rash and mucosal involvement linked to fatal outcomes.
  • Most patients recover, but young age was associated with worse outcomes in extensive disease, highlighting that ICI-associated epidermal necrosis may be different from other drug-induced skin conditions.
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Mohs Micrographic Surgery (MMS) is effective for treating common cutaneous malignancies, but complex repairs may often present challenges for reconstruction. This paper explores the potential of three-dimensional (3D) bioprinting in MMS, offering superior outcomes compared to traditional methods. 3D printing technologies show promise in advancing skin regeneration and refining surgical techniques in dermatologic surgery.

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Blastic plasmacytoid dendritic cell neoplasm is a rare hematologic neoplasm originating from plasmacytoid dendritic cell precursors that has an aggressive disease course with typically poor prognosis. Herein, we report a man in his early twenties who presented with rapid onset of violaceous nodules and purpuric papules and macules that began on his chest before spreading to his arms, back, face, scalp, and legs. He also exhibited systemic symptoms including weight loss and night sweats.

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  • * Findings showed that 85.8% of patients received no AP, with a low overall surgical site infection (SSI) rate of 1.3%, and there were no differences in SSI rates among those with different types of AP.
  • * Limitations of the study included potential selection bias and the reliance on retrospective data, which could affect the generalizability of the findings.
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The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has greatly impacted health-care systems worldwide, leading to an unprecedented rise in demand for health-care resources. In anticipation of an acute strain on established medical facilities in Dallas, Texas, federal officials worked in conjunction with local medical personnel to convert a convention center into a Federal Medical Station capable of caring for patients affected by COVID-19. A 200,000 square foot event space was designated as a direct patient care area, with surrounding spaces repurposed to house ancillary services.

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Dermatologic surgery in pregnant/postpartum patients requires deliberate consideration. Although surgery can be safely performed during any trimester, the second trimester and immediate postpartum period is optimal. Surgery should not be delayed for melanoma/high-risk skin cancers.

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