Biomechanics in dermatology: Recent advances and future directions - 18/04/17
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Biomechanics is increasingly being recognized as an important research area in dermatology. To highlight only a few examples, biomechanics has contributed to the development of novel topical therapies for aesthetic and medical purposes, enhanced our understanding of the pathogenesis of plantar melanoma, and provided insight into the epidemiology of psoriatic disease. This article summarizes the findings from recent studies to demonstrate the important role that biomechanics may have in dermatologic disease and therapy and places these biomechanical findings in a clinical context for the practicing physician. In addition, areas for future biomechanics research and development in dermatology are discussed.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Key words : aesthetics, engineering, melanoma, psoriasis, skin, topical therapy
Funding source: Dr Lewinson is funded by an Alberta Innovates Health Solutions MD/PhD studentship. |
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Conflicts of interest: None declared. |
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Vol 76 - N° 2
P. 375-376 - février 2017 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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