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Skin diseases in Greek and immigrant children in Athens

Alexandra Katsarou1, Melina Armenaka, Maria Kosmadaki

  • 1Department of Dermatology, University of Athens Medical School, Andreas Sygros Hospital, Athens, Greece. alkats.duoa@yahoo.gr

International Journal of Dermatology
|January 19, 2012
PubMed

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This study analyzed pediatric skin diseases in Greece, finding dermatitis/eczema and viral infections are increasingly common. Scabies remains a concern, particularly among immigrant children.

Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Pediatrics
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Pediatric dermatological conditions present unique challenges in diagnosis and management.
  • Understanding disease spectrum shifts is crucial for public health initiatives.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To characterize the current spectrum of skin diseases in Greek children.
  • To compare current pediatric dermatological disease patterns with those from two to three decades prior.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 4071 children (aged 0-12 years) diagnosed with dermatoses between 2005-2007.
  • Comparison with a historical cohort of 12,700 children diagnosed in 1977, 1980, and 1983.
  • Statistical analysis to evaluate changes in disease prevalence over time.

Main Results:

  • Dermatitis/eczema was the most frequent diagnosis (34.7%), notably atopic dermatitis (20.7%).
  • Infections comprised 19.3% of cases, with viral infections (12%) more prevalent than bacterial (3.7%) or fungal (3.6%).
  • Immigrant children showed higher risks for bacterial infections and scabies.

Conclusions:

  • Pediatric skin disease patterns have evolved, with increased prevalence of dermatitis/eczema and viral infections.
  • Atopic dermatitis remains highly prevalent, while scabies persists as a significant issue, especially in immigrant populations.
  • The study highlights the need for ongoing surveillance of pediatric dermatological conditions and targeted interventions.
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