Publications by authors named "Syrus Karsai"

We present the case of a woman with a large intramuscular lipoma of the tensor fasciae latae muscle. Histologically, the diagnosis was confirmed and differentiated from other entities by immunohistochemical staining. Our case underlines the importance of radiologic and histologic differentiation of common lipomas from atypical adipose tissue tumors.

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Treating varicosities originating from a popliteal fossa perforating vein (PFPV) is challenging due to their proximity to nerves and complex morphology. Data on endovenous laser ablation (EVLA) for PFPV varicosis are limited. This retrospective, single-center study reviewed all primary varicose vein surgeries from May 2021 to December 2024.

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  • Telangiectasia is a key feature of rosacea, necessitating effective treatment and standardized assessment tools for clinical evaluations.
  • The study aimed to create and validate the TRoSA scale, a five-point photonumeric system to evaluate telangiectasia severity in rosacea patients, using feedback from 16 experts and 50 patient images.
  • Results showed that the TRoSA scale has high interrater and intrarater reliability, making it a reliable tool for consistent clinical assessments and treatment evaluations in rosacea.
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  • - The study focused on the use of endovenous laser ablation (EVLA) to treat recurrent varicose veins after small saphenous vein (SSV) surgery, analyzing its feasibility and initial results in 40 patients.
  • - Out of 45 EVLA procedures, there was a 97.8% immediate technical success rate, but 13.3% of limbs experienced further issues requiring additional treatment within a median follow-up period of 77 days.
  • - The majority of patients had complex vein anatomy, but no significant complications arose that required further medical intervention, demonstrating that EVLA is a promising option for managing recurrent varicose veins.
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Background: Topical aluminum salts are a commonly used remedy for excessive axillary perspiration. To the contrary, less is known about their anhidrotic potential in the groin. This study sought to compare the anhidrotic efficacy and tolerability of an aluminum chloride-based antiperspirant to an innovative aluminum lactate-based antiperspirant in healthy study participants presenting with excessive axillary and inguinal perspiration.

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Der Morbus Dowling-Degos ist eine seltene, benigne Genodermatose. Charakteristisch sind lentiginöse Hyperpigmentierungen sowie rotbraune Papeln und Plaques. Häufig sind die Beugeseiten und Intertrigines betroffen, das klinische Bild kann jedoch variieren.

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Dowling-Degos disease is a rare benign genodermatosis. It is characterized by lentiginous hyperpigmentation and reddish-brown papules and plaques. The flexor sides and intertrigines are often affected, but the clinical appearance may vary.

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  • This guideline focuses on enhancing the safety and effectiveness of laser treatments for various skin lesions, particularly emphasizing caution in treating lesions with higher melanocyte levels.
  • It advises against the use of laser therapy for pigmented melanocytic nevi and provides specific recommendations for conditions like lentigines, café-au-lait spots, non-pigmented dermal nevi, and melasma among others.
  • Additionally, the guideline addresses treatments for a wide range of skin issues, including inflammatory dermatoses, wrinkles, scars, benign growths, and different types of vascular and viral lesions.
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Aluminium chloride-based antiperspirants are an effective topical therapeutic option for mild to moderate states of excessive perspiration. Its use is primarily limited by the occurrence of skin irritation, especially in sensitive skin types. The objective of this study was to compare the antiperspirant efficacy and tolerability of a novel antiperspirant with 12.

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Background: Split-thickness skin grafts are commonly used in dermatosurgery. For occipital donor sites, retrospective studies have shown good results with respect to graft take and healing rates. Nevertheless, the majority of grafts in dermatosurgery are harvested from the thigh.

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Tattoo removal by Q-switched nanosecond laser devices is generally a safe and effective method, albeit a time-consuming one. Despite the newest developments in laser treatment, it is still not possible to remove every tattoo completely and without complications. Incomplete removal remains one of the most common challenges.

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Background: To optimize preventive measures to control MRSA, we investigated retrospectively the suitability of a multiple site screening model and the optimal sampling technique to detect MRSA in a university-based phlebology and skin cancer center in Germany.

Patients And Methods: During 4.5 years samples of 3 712 inpatients in a dermatologic department were analyzed for MRSA by conventional microbiologic cultures and in parallel by PCR.

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Background: The demand for hair and tattoo removal with laser and IPL technology (intense pulsed light technology) is continually increasing. Nowadays these treatments are often carried out by medical laypersons without medical supervision in franchise companies, wellness facilities, cosmetic institutes and hair or tattoo studios. This is the first survey is to document and discuss this issue and its effects on public health.

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The smoke generated by laser surgery and electrocautery may contain significant amounts of toxic, carcinogenic, and infectious gases and particles. Although there is little scientific data on the actual type and extent of the hazards related to exposure, considering the potential for irreversible health damage, safety measures should not be delayed. All potentially exposed persons (including patients, medical, and cleaning staff) should be acquainted with the possible health and occupational hazards related to smoke from electrocautery and laser surgery procedures.

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Liposuction is an integral part of the wide range of surgical procedures in dermatology. Dermatologists established tumescent local anesthesia in combination with the use of micro-cannulas; especially dermatologists from Germany and Austria actively designed and developed these new techniques. In this position paper, we discuss the history, various interdisciplinary aspects, the significance, and the treatment indications for this procedure as well as its role within dermatologic training programs and research.

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Background: Several studies have reported positive results of nonablative laser treatment of xanthelasma palpebrarum, but the published evidence is weak and inconclusive.

Objective: To systematically evaluate the effect of pulsed dye laser (PDL) treatment of xanthelasmas.

Materials And Methods: Twenty female Caucasian patients with 38 lesions (< or =1 mm above skin level) were enrolled.

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Background: Laser treatment of facial rhytides has evolved as a major modality of aesthetic surgery. Published results, while generally encouraging, feature highly diverse evaluation methods, which makes an evidence-based assessment of treatment efficacy and safety all but impossible.

Objective: To compare the results of different instruments of measurement.

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