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Research Roundup
Abstract
In this regular feature, aesthetic nurse Claudia McGloin presents a brief synopsis of a range of recently published articles on medical aesthetics. Research roundup aims to provide an overview, rather than a detailed summary and critique, of the papers selected. Should you wish to look at any of the papers in more detail, a full reference is provided at the end of each study summary
One article looks at the use of WhatApp Messenger as a way to conduct online consultations during the coronavirus Covid-19 pandemic
Due to the global epidemic of coronavirus, or COVID-19, all non-essential services, including medical aesthetics, have been forced to shut in most of the high-risk countries around the world. Most dermatological consultations (with the exception of emergencies) are deferred as a precautionary measure to avoid spreading the virus.
This article looks at the use of WhatApp Messenger as a way to conduct online consultations during the coronavirus Covid-19 pandemic.
Melanin pigment is responsible for the variations in human skin colour. This is down to epidermal melanocytes, which are synthesised and taken up by keratinocytes that are present in the epidermis.
It has been discovered that these cells also play a leading role in the regulation of skin pigmentation.
Any impairment between epidermal melanocytes, keratinocytes and dermal fibroblasts may cause pigmentary disorders.
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