The Journal of dermatologic surgery and oncology
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J Dermatol Surg Oncol · May 1986
Case ReportsSpontaneous regression of metastatic malignant melanoma.
Spontaneous regression of metastatic malignant melanoma is rare. A case is presented here. ⋯ The patient declined further therapy. There was no clinical or radiologic evidence of metastasis 1 year later.
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J Dermatol Surg Oncol · Feb 1986
Case ReportsMarsupial minigrafts for alopecia following surgical procedures of the scalp repaired by split-thickness skin grafts.
A technique is described for treating the alopecia resulting from scalp surgery repaired by split-thickness skin grafts with the method of marsupial minigrafts. This procedure provides an uncomplicated outpatient approach for treating this type of alopecia.
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Pyoderma gangrenosum is a necrotizing and ulcerative skin disorder often associated with underlying systemic diseases. The etiology remains obscure, with recent investigations emphasizing an altered immune system. ⋯ Pyoderma gangrenosum in this setting can mimic infectious causes of wound necrosis. Early recognition of the characteristic lesion morphology may prevent unnecessary treatment directed toward infectious agents and facilitate effective control with systemic corticosteroid therapy.