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Evidence-Based Basic Emollient Therapy

4.8

Accredited (Credits: 1)
Free
1h 29min
Audio: English
Subtitles: German +4

Synopsis

This CME-accredited session will review the current evidence related to the use of basic emollient therapy in the management of xerosis cutis and diseases associated with dry skin. The webinar will examine the structure and function of the skin barrier, key pathophysiological mechanisms involved in xerosis cutis, and the biophysical characteristics of basic emollients relevant to skin hydration and barrier support. Clinical evidence for the use of basic emollients in atopic dermatitis and other dry skin conditions will be reviewed, along with consideration of their role within longer-term management approaches in routine clinical practice. This activity is supported by an independent support grant from Pierre Fabre.

This activity is supported by an independent support grant from Pierre Fabre

Objectives

  • Describe the structure and function of the skin barrier and the key pathophysiological mechanisms involved in xerosis cutis and dry skin–associated diseases.
  • Review the biophysical properties of basic emollients and the clinical evidence supporting their use in atopic dermatitis and other dermatological conditions associated with dry skin.
  • Discuss the role of basic emollient therapy within long-term management strategies for xerosis cutis, considering its application in routine clinical practice.

Accreditation

This course is accredited with 1 ECMEC credit valid in 26 countries. To claim your credits take the evaluation (satisfaction survey and evaluation questionnaire). You have 3 attempts for the evaluation. You need to pass the evaluation with a sufficient score to validate the course. Your diploma is issued instantaneously and sent to your email.

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Duration

1h 29min

Target audience

Dermatology, Pediatrics, General practice, Family medicine

Authors

Prof. Dr. med. Christian Vestergaard

Professor of Dermatology and Consultant Dermatologist at Aarhus University Hospital, Denmark. His clinical and research work focuses on atopic dermatitis and inflammatory skin diseases.

Conflicts of interests statement:

The author declares receipt of research grants/support from Leo Pharma and Pierre Fabre. He has also received honoraria or consultation fees from AbbVie, Almirall, Amgen, Apogee, Beiersdorf, Bioderma, Bioproject, Boehringer Ingelheim, Bristol Myers Squibb, Celgene, DKSH, Eli Lilly, Galderma, Glenmark, GSK, Hexal, Imagene, Incyte, Jamjoon, Janssen-Cilag, Kymera, Kyowa Kirin, Leo Pharma, L’Oréal, Maruho, MSD, Mylan, Nektar, Novartis, Pfizer, Pierre Fabre, Regeneron, Sandoz, Santen, Sanofi-Aventis, and UCB.

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What you will learn

Before you begin

  • Pre-course assessment: please complete to help us personalize your learning experience

Trailer

  • Trailer

Emollients: Explained

  • Introduction to Emollients
  • Guidelines and Recommendations
  • Components and Usage
  • Basic Emollients vs Emollients plus

Restoring Skin Hydration and Barrier Function

  • Foundations of Skin Hydration and Barrier Function
  • Emollient composition

The Role of Emollients in Major Dermatologic Conditions

  • Pathophysiology and Management of Xerosis
  • Pathophysiology and Management of Atopic Dermatitis
  • Emollients in Other Diseases
  • Safety Profile and Conclusions

Discussion

  • Panel Discussion and Audience Q&A

Closing Remarks

  • Take Home Messages

Accreditation - Evaluation

  • Satisfaction survey
  • Multiple-choice test

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