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Differences in Occurrence, Risk Factors and Severity of Early-onset Atopic Dermatitis among Preterm and Term Children.
Acta dermato-venereologica - 15 Jun 2022
Gerner Trine, Rasmussen Rinnov Maria, Halling Anne-Sofie, Haarup Ravn Nina, Hjorslev Knudgaard Mette, Ewertsen Caroline, Trautner Simon, Jakasa Ivone, Kezic Sanja, Skov Lone, Thyssen Jacob P
Abstract excerpt
This prospective birth cohort followed 150 preterm and 300 term newborns during the first year of life to assess possible differences in risk factors, age at onset, anatomical location, and severity of atopic dermatitis. Atopic dermatitis was diagnosed clinically, and severity was assessed using Eczema Area Severity Index (EASI). DNA was analysed for filaggrin gene mutations. Parents were asked about...
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