Toenail Onychomycosis – A Canadian Approach with a New Transungal Treatment – a Podiatrist Perspective
A recently published clinical pathway for Toe Onychomycosis is used as the basis for the management strategy presented here, and follows a pathway reflective of the therapeutic options available in Canada.
Update on Efinaconazole 10% Topical Solution for the Treatment of Onychomycosis
Update and discussion on onychomycosis (nail fungus) and Efinaconazole 10%. Recent clinical trial results, and discussion about patient safety profile, special cases like diabetic patients, and cure rates.
Management of Chronic Hand Dermatitis: A Practical Guideline for the General Practitioner
Hand Dermatitis can have a significant impact on quality of life. It may interfere with activities both at work and in the home and can be associated with social and psychological distress. This article provides helpful practical guidance for the general practitioner in the management of patients with Hand Dermatitis.
Tavaborole 5% Solution: A Novel Topical Treatment for Toenail Onychomycosis
Onychomycosis is a stubborn fungal infection of the nails that can be difficult to manage. Clinical trial data of Tavaborole is considered, as it allows for effective nail penetration compared to ciclopirox and amorolfine lacquers.
Onychomycosis Diagnosis and Emerging Therapy
Onychomycosis is a common nail disorder for which successful treatment can be clinically challenging. Diagnosis, treatment, and management using various modalities are discussed.
Efinaconazole: A New Topical Treatment for Onychomycosis
Nail fungus, left untreated, the infection can spread to other nails and potentially cause further complications. This article reviews efinaconazole 10% as a topical monotherapy. Clinical trial data, mechanism of action, and future treatments are discussed.
Device-Based Therapies for Onychomycosis Treatment
Device-based therapies are promising alternatives for the treatment of onychomycosis because they can mitigate some of the negative factors associated with treatment failure. This article reviews the case for laser and light based therapies, for the treatment of nail fungus.
Onychomycosis: Therapy Directed by Morphology and Mycology
Onychomycosis is one of the most common nail disorders. Despite recent therapeutic advances with the introduction of effective systemic agents and transungual drug delivery systems, the incidence of onychomycosis is increasing.
A Simple Algorithm for the Treatment of Dermatophyte Toenail Onychomycosis
There has been much discussion about the optimal treatment for onychomycosis. We propose a simple algorithmic approach to aid in the selection of therapy for dermatophyte toenail onychomycosis and present a balance between efficacy and risk of therapy.
Management of Onychomycosis
Diagnosis of onychomycosis can only be established with a positive culture or observation of fungus in the nail clippings. Consideration should be given to cost and possible complications before starting treatment. Recurrent disease is a problem even after a complete cure.
Ciclopirox Nail Lacquer 8% for the Treatment of Onychomycosis: A Canadian Perspective
Onychomycosis is prevalent, and risk factors, such as old age and diabetes, are increasing. This condition has been treated using oral antifungal agents with varying degrees of success. Recently, ciclopirox nail lacquer 8% solution became the first topical agent approved in Canada for onychomycosis.
The Scoring Clinical Index for Onychomycosis (SCIO Index)
Onychomycosis is a common disease, and there are a number of factors that may affect the duration and dosage of treatment including the type of onychomycosis, the area and thickness of nail involvement, the age of the patient, and the location of the digit that is affected.
Unanswered Questions in Antifungal Therapy for Onychomycosis
Onychomycosis has a significant impact on the patient. With three new, orally effective, antifungal agents, we have for the first time effective treatment that can provide benefit for a high percentage of patients. This review examines some of the areas of uncertainty and controversy.