Dermatology papers
Pofolia’s corpus holds 78 papers from Dermatology (2010–2026), each with a short summary. Below, the 20 most-cited, then the most recently added.
At a glance
- Most cited: Atopic Dermatitis: Global Epidemiology and Risk Factors (2015, 3,069 citations).
- The 20 papers listed have 30,442 citations between them.
- 16 of the 19 with a known journal quartile appeared in a Q1 journal.
- 10 have a free full text (open access).
- Most frequent journals: Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, Annals of Nutrition and Metabolism, International Journal of Molecular Sciences.
- Published between 2010 and 2020.
Most cited
Ranked by citation count. Because citations accumulate over time, this list naturally leans towards work published a few years ago; for where the field is now, see “recently added”. How to read the signals
Atopic Dermatitis: Global Epidemiology and Risk Factors
Annals of Nutrition and Metabolism · 2015 · Q2 · FWCI 215.28 · 3,069 citations · Open access
Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic skin disease affecting up to 20% of children and 3% of adults, with increasing prevalence globally, particularly in low-income countries.
High expression of ACE2 receptor of 2019-nCoV on the epithelial cells of oral mucosa
International Journal of Oral Science · 2020 · Q1 · SJR 3.00 · FWCI 421.31 · 2,942 citations · Open access
The ACE2 receptor, crucial for 2019-nCoV entry, is highly expressed on epithelial cells in the oral cavity, particularly the tongue.
Two Phase 3 Trials of Dupilumab versus Placebo in Atopic Dermatitis
New England Journal of Medicine · 2016 · Q1 · SJR 18.00 · FWCI 174.73 · 2,055 citations · Open access
In two Phase 3 trials, dupilumab significantly improved moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis symptoms compared to placebo, with 36-38% of patients achieving clear or almost clear skin after 16 weeks.
UV Radiation and the Skin
International Journal of Molecular Sciences · 2013 · Q1 · SJR 1.00 · FWCI 32.44 · 1,927 citations · Open access
UV radiation is a dual-edged sword for human health, acting as a carcinogen that causes skin cancer while also being essential for vitamin D synthesis.
Temporal shifts in the skin microbiome associated with disease flares and treatment in children with atopic dermatitis
Genome Research · 2012 · Q1 · SJR 3.00 · 1,799 citations · Open access
Skin microbial diversity in children with atopic dermatitis (AD) is lower during flares, especially without recent treatment, and treatment diversifies bacteria, preceding disease improvement.
Treatment of Childhood Atopic Dermatitis and Economic Burden of Illness in Asia Pacific Countries
Annals of Nutrition and Metabolism · 2015 · Q2 · FWCI 160.16 · 1,669 citations
Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a growing concern in Asia Pacific children, driven by environmental and socioeconomic factors. Effective management involves a stepped approach focusing on skin barrier repair, hydration, and antimicrobial therapies, with significant economic and quality-of-life impacts on families.
European Society of Contact Dermatitis guideline for diagnostic patch testing – recommendations on best practice
Contact Dermatitis · 2015 · Q1 · FWCI 109.95 · 1,426 citations
This guideline provides comprehensive recommendations on best practices for diagnostic patch testing to identify allergic contact dermatitis and other delayed-type hypersensitivity skin conditions.
Dupilumab Treatment in Adults with Moderate-to-Severe Atopic Dermatitis
New England Journal of Medicine · 2014 · Q1 · SJR 18.00 · FWCI 111.25 · 1,410 citations
Dupilumab, a monoclonal antibody blocking IL-4 and IL-13, significantly improved moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis in adults, leading to rapid clinical improvements and reduced itch.
The 2018 update of the WHO-EORTC classification for primary cutaneous lymphomas
Blood · 2019 · Q1 · SJR 5.00 · FWCI 135.77 · 1,392 citations · Open access
The 2018 WHO-EORTC classification for primary cutaneous lymphomas introduces new provisional entities like acral CD8+ T-cell lymphoma and EBV+ mucocutaneous ulcer, and reclassifies others based on updated diagnostic, prognostic, and therapeutic insights.
Cutaneous manifestations in COVID‐19: a first perspective
Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology · 2020 · Q1 · SJR 2.00 · FWCI 209.62 · 1,364 citations
In a study of 88 COVID-19 patients, 20.4% developed skin manifestations, primarily erythematous rash, urticaria, or chickenpox-like vesicles, often on the trunk.
Methodology series module 3: Cross-sectional studies
Indian Journal of Dermatology · 2016 · Q3 · FWCI 21.64 · 1,298 citations
Cross-sectional studies measure exposures and outcomes simultaneously in participants, offering a quick and inexpensive way to assess disease prevalence and associations via odds ratios.
Classification of the cutaneous manifestations of COVID ‐19: a rapid prospective nationwide consensus study in Spain with 375 cases
British Journal of Dermatology · 2020 · Q1 · SJR 2.00 · FWCI 182.00 · 1,238 citations · Open access
A nationwide study in Spain classified COVID-19 skin manifestations into five patterns, finding that vesicular eruptions appear early, pseudo-chilblain lesions appear late, and severity correlates with lesion type.
Review: Ultraviolet radiation and skin cancer
International Journal of Dermatology · 2010 · Q1 · FWCI 38.34 · 1,179 citations
Ultraviolet radiation (UVR) is the primary cause of skin cancer, leading to DNA damage and mutations, with incidence rates rising globally.
Consensus‐based European guidelines for treatment of atopic eczema (atopic dermatitis) in adults and children: part I
Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology · 2018 · Q1 · SJR 2.00 · FWCI 113.34 · 1,178 citations · Open access
New European guidelines offer a consensus-based approach to treating atopic eczema, emphasizing individualized care and basic barrier repair over highly standardized rules.
Effects of Aloe Sterol Supplementation on Skin Elasticity, Hydration, and Collagen Score: A 12-Week Double-Blind, Randomized, Controlled Trial
Skin Pharmacology and Physiology · 2016 · FWCI 92.77 · 1,093 citations
Oral Aloe sterol supplementation for 12 weeks significantly improved skin moisture, elasticity, and collagen content in healthy women compared to a placebo.
Antimicrobials from human skin commensal bacteria protect against Staphylococcus aureus and are deficient in atopic dermatitis
Science Translational Medicine · 2017 · Q1 · SJR 7.00 · FWCI 94.67 · 1,089 citations
Skin bacteria naturally produce antimicrobials that defend against harmful pathogens like Staphylococcus aureus. This defense is significantly reduced in individuals with atopic dermatitis.
Compartmentalized Control of Skin Immunity by Resident Commensals
Science · 2012 · Q1 · SJR 10.00 · FWCI 81.03 · 1,086 citations
Skin-resident commensal bacteria autonomously control local inflammation and T cell function, establishing distinct immune compartments separate from the gut microbiota.
Role of Matrix Metalloproteinases in Photoaging and Photocarcinogenesis
International Journal of Molecular Sciences · 2016 · Q1 · SJR 1.00 · FWCI 54.42 · 1,077 citations · Open access
Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) are key enzymes that degrade extracellular matrix proteins, contributing to skin wrinkling associated with premature aging and facilitating tumor cell invasion in skin cancers.
European S1 guideline for the treatment of hidradenitis suppurativa/acne inversa
Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology · 2015 · Q1 · SJR 2.00 · FWCI 86.36 · 1,077 citations · Open access
New European S1 guidelines recommend treating hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) based on individual disease impact and severity, integrating surgical, medical, and adjuvant therapies.
Environmental biodiversity, human microbiota, and allergy are interrelated
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences · 2012 · Q1 · SJR 3.00 · FWCI 60.52 · 1,074 citations
Lower environmental biodiversity around homes is linked to reduced skin bacterial diversity and increased allergic disposition in adolescents, suggesting a connection between nature exposure and immune health.
Recently added
Measuring Sunscreen Reflectance and White Cast Using an In Vitro Skin Tone Model
ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces · 2026 · Q1 · SJR 1.00
A new in vitro method using integrating-sphere reflectance spectroscopy and a quartz skin construct (QSC) quantifies sunscreen white cast, finding reflectance accounts for up to 30% of UV light partitioning and is twice as perceptible on darker skin tones (FP-V vs. FP-II).
Ultraviolet index levels in Recife, Brazil: an ecological study to identify low-erythemal-risk sunlight exposure windows for infants
Jornal de Pediatria · 2026 · Q1
In Recife, Brazil, the Ultraviolet Index (UVI) remains in the WHO low-risk category (≤ 2) until 7:00 AM and after 4:00 PM year-round, indicating minimal risk of sunburn for infants during these times.
Association between COVID-19 and exacerbation of allergic skin diseases
Medicine · 2026 · Q2
COVID-19 infection was associated with a 4.6-fold increased likelihood of self-reported exacerbation in patients with atopic dermatitis (AD) and chronic urticaria (CU) within 14 days of symptom onset or diagnosis.
In vivo Tracking of Clonal Dynamics in UV-Induced Skin Carcinogenesis Reveals Tumor Development from Goliath Clades
Cancer Research · 2026 · Q1 · SJR 4.00
UV exposure drives skin cancer initiation from 'goliath clades' of keratinocytes, which form before acquiring driver mutations and precede visible lesion development.
Recognizing Paediatric Ocular Rosacea: Clinical Spectrum, Diagnostic Clues, and Treatment Outcomes
Ocular Immunology and Inflammation · 2026 · Q2
Paediatric ocular rosacea is an underrecognized condition in patients ≤ 16 years, with a mean diagnostic delay of 13.2 months, but treatment significantly reduces clinical severity scores by 47% (from 2.52 to 1.34) in 75.8% of affected eyes.
The Anatomy of Sentinel Vein Based on Cadaver and Ultrasound
Journal of Craniofacial Surgery · 2026 · Q2
The sentinel vein (SV) in the temporal region can be classified into 6 confluence types based on its tributaries, with a consistent horizontal segment draining into the middle temporal vein (MTV) and a vertical segment, offering critical landmarks for cosmetic procedures.
ML281 Does Not Function as an STK33 Inhibitor but Modulates Proliferation and Differentiation of Keratinocytes Derived from Hypertrophic Scars
International Journal of Molecular Sciences · 2026 · Q1 · SJR 1.00
ML281, previously thought to inhibit STK33, actually increases STK33 activity and alters hypertrophic scar keratinocyte (HTSK) proliferation, epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT), differentiation, and apoptosis.
Age‐dependent expression and heritability of owner‐reported dermatological symptoms in Labrador retrievers: Implications for breeding strategies
Journal of Small Animal Practice · 2026 · Q1
A survey of 223 Labrador retrievers found that owner-reported dermatological symptoms have a heritability of 0.52, but this varies significantly by age: 0.05 in dogs under 3 years old versus 0.81 in dogs 3 years and older.
Journals in this field
The journals that publish most of this field’s papers. Quartile (Q1–Q4), SJR and h-index are from SCImago Journal Rank; “in this field” is how many of the journal’s pooled papers belong here. What is a Q1 journal? · What is the h-index?
| Journal | Quartile | SJR | h-index | In this field | Summaries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology | Q1 | 2.00 | 154 | 9 | 11 |
| New England Journal of Medicine | Q1 | 18.00 | 1275 | 6 | 376 |
| International Journal of Molecular Sciences | Q1 | 1.00 | 365 | 5 | 45 |
| British Journal of Dermatology | Q1 | 2.00 | 226 | 4 | 6 |
| Science | Q1 | 10.00 | 1433 | 3 | 268 |
| Science Translational Medicine | Q1 | 7.00 | 321 | 2 | 10 |
| Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology | Q1 | 3.00 | 364 | 2 | 6 |
| Annals of Nutrition and Metabolism | Q2 | — | 111 | 2 | 3 |
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