Skin Therapy Letter

Peri-procedural measures in dermato-surgery depend on patient factors and procedure type. Standardized guidelines support healthcare providers in optimizing outcomes, preventing infection, and reducing recovery time. Research is needed to evaluate purpose-designed moisturizers for post-procedural application and improving patient outcomes.

The proper and suitable application of antibiotics is crucial in maintaining their effectiveness amidst growing antibiotic resistance. Nevertheless, it is essential for prescribing practitioners to have a heightened understanding of resistance causes and strategies to counteract them.

Chlormethine gel, a topical antineoplastic agent, has shown safety and efficacy in phase II trials and real-world data for treating adult Mycosis Fungoides patients. Despite potential skin-related side effects, chlormethine gel offers a convenient, skin-directed treatment for stage IA and IB MF-CTCL, addressing an unmet need in Canada.