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New Advances in the Diagnosis and Management of Skin Diseases and Skin Quality Enhancement

A special issue of Diagnostics (ISSN 2075-4418). This special issue belongs to the section "Clinical Diagnosis and Prognosis".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 August 2026 | Viewed by 348

Editors

Dr. Peter Hsien Li Peng

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P-Skin Professional Clinic, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
Interests: lasers; energy based devices; injectable filler; thread lifting; fractional lasers; acne scars; melasma; botulinum toxin A; biostimulators
Prof. Dr. Leihong Flora Xiang

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Guest Editor
Department of Dermatology, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200040, China
Interests: acne; facial dermatitis; skin diseases; eczema

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

The landscape of dermatology is evolving rapidly, driven by the integration of advanced imaging, molecular diagnostics, and a growing emphasis on "skin health" as a holistic concept. This Special Issue aims to explore the intersection between the precise diagnosis of complex skin pathologies and the innovative strategies used to treat skin diseases and to restore and enhance skin quality.

We invite original research, systematic reviews, and case studies that highlight:

  • Novel Diagnostic Tools: Innovations in dermoscopy, sonography, optical coherence tomography (OCT), and AI-driven diagnostic algorithms.
  • Pathology and Precision Medicine: Advances in the molecular characterization of inflammatory skin diseases and cutaneous malignancies.
  • Skin Quality and Bio-remodeling: New clinical approaches to skin rejuvenation, the role of the skin microbiome, lasers or energy-based devices and injectable treatments that improve skin color evenness, skin texture, and elasticity.
  • Management Strategies: Evidence-based updates on treating chronic conditions (such as acne, rosacea, or psoriasis) while prioritizing the restoration of the skin barrier and function.

By bringing together research on both medical necessity and functional enhancement, this Special Issue seeks to provide a comprehensive guide for clinicians and researchers dedicated to the full spectrum of modern dermatological care.

Dr. Peter Hsien Li Peng
Prof. Dr. Leihong Flora Xiang
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • diagnostic focus: non-invasive diagnostics (dermoscopy, ultrasound(sonography), and OCT), dermatopathology
  • management focus: precision dermatology, lasers, energy based devices (EBDs), injectables
  • enhancement focus: skin quality, dermal remodeling

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Patient-Reported Experiences in Chronic Dermatological Conditions: Validation of the Romanian PSPSQ 2.0 Within Contemporary Dermatologic Care Pathways
by Nicoleta Cirstea, Delia Mirela Tit, Mirela Marioara Toma, Anamaria Lavinia Purza, Ada Radu, Gabriela S. Bungau, Ruxandra-Cristina Marin, Călin Muntean, Georgiana Iris Tit and Radu Dumitru Moleriu
Diagnostics 2026, 16(13), 2112; https://doi.org/10.3390/diagnostics16132112 - 6 Jul 2026
Abstract
Background/Objectives: Chronic dermatological conditions increasingly require complex and patient-centered therapeutic management, including biologic therapies, injectable treatments, and multidisciplinary care. In this context, patient-reported experience measures (PREMs) may provide valuable insight into the quality and effectiveness of pharmacist-delivered care. This study aims to [...] Read more.
Background/Objectives: Chronic dermatological conditions increasingly require complex and patient-centered therapeutic management, including biologic therapies, injectable treatments, and multidisciplinary care. In this context, patient-reported experience measures (PREMs) may provide valuable insight into the quality and effectiveness of pharmacist-delivered care. This study aims to translate, culturally adapt, and evaluate the psychometric performance of the Patient Satisfaction with Pharmacist Services Questionnaire (PSPSQ 2.0) as a patient-reported experience measure in Romanian patients with chronic dermatological conditions. Methods: A cross-sectional validation study was conducted in community pharmacies across Romania (N = 220). The questionnaire was translated using a structured forward-translation and expert review process, in accordance with ISPOR and COSMIN recommendations. Internal consistency was assessed using Cronbach’s alpha and item-level statistics. Construct validity was examined using exploratory factor analysis (EFA), confirmatory factor analysis (CFA), and bifactor modeling. Known-groups validity and floor and ceiling effects were also evaluated. Results: The Romanian PSPSQ 2.0 demonstrated excellent internal consistency (α = 0.978; subscales α = 0.961–0.969). EFA indicated a dominant single-factor structure, explaining 84.0% of the variance. In CFA, the original three-factor model showed excellent relative fit (CFI = 0.999, TLI = 0.999), although RMSEA indicated some model misfit (0.109). Bifactor analysis revealed a strong general satisfaction factor, with consistently high loadings (0.80–0.99), suggesting that most item variance is attributable to a global patient satisfaction construct. These findings support the use of the instrument as a global measure of patient experience within contemporary dermatologic care pathways. Conclusions: The Romanian version of the PSPSQ 2.0 demonstrates excellent reliability and acceptable construct validity as a PREM for assessing patient satisfaction with pharmacist services. The findings support the use of total scores as a robust indicator of patient experience, while domain-level interpretation should be approached with caution due to substantial overlap between dimensions. This instrument may support the integration of patient-reported measures into routine evaluation of pharmaceutical care. Full article
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