Abstract Crusted scabies or Norwegian scabies is a severe and highly contagious clinical variant of infestation by Sarcoptes scabiei, which can evolve exuberantly, coursing with diffuse erythroderma, which makes etiological diagnosis difficult, especially by non-dermatologists. Thus, the authors present a case report of erythroderma in a 65-year-old woman, who developed intense pruritus associated with erythroderma for about 2 weeks, with an associated fever peak. She had a previous clinical history of psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis, with long-term use of immunosuppressants and systemic corticosteroids. Evaluated by dermatologists who, through direct examination by skin scraping and skin biopsy, confirmed the diagnosis of crusted scabies. Based on this case report, the importance of differential diagnoses of erythroderma is highli-ghted, especially crusted scabies, a rare dermatosis that most often affects immunocompromised, frail, institutionalized patients or patients with precarious social conditions.

Resumo A escabiose crostosa ou sarna Norueguesa é uma variante clínica severa e altamente contagiosa da infestação pelo Sarcoptes scabiei, a qual pode evoluir exuberantemente cursando com eritrodermia difusa, o que dificulta o diagnóstico etiológi-co, principalmente por parte de médicos não-dermatologistas. Dessa forma, os autores apresentam um relato de um caso de eritrodermia em uma mulher de 65 anos, evoluindo com quadro de prurido intenso associado à eritrodermia, há cerca de 2 semanas, com pico febril associado. Apresentava história clínica pregressa de psoríase e artrite psoriásica, com uso de imunossupressores e corticoides sistémicos por longo prazo. Avaliada por dermatologistas que, por meio de exame direto por raspado cutâneo e biópsia de pele, confirmaram diagnóstico de escabiose crostosa. A partir do caso reportado, ressalta-se a importância dos diagnósticos diferenciais da eritrodermia, sobretudo a escabiose crostosa, uma dermatose rara, que afeta mais frequentemente doentes imunodeprimidos, com fragilidade, institucionalizados ou com condições sociais precárias.

Abstract: Introduction: Learning in practical environments consists in an essential component of medical education. In recent decades, medical schools have sought to immerse their students in professional settings since the early years of studying. In these scenarios, the preceptors, more experienced physicians, are responsible for supporting their students in the development of professional knowledge, skills, and attitudes. Objective: This study aimed to analyze the perceptions and perspectives of participants of the Preceptorship Training Course (PTC) in Family Medicine - UNA-SUS about preceptorship and medical education. Methods: The quantitative descriptive study was conducted in two phases: ‘Population Outlining’ phase, including participants’ academic data, and ‘Survey Questionnaire’ phase, performed by applying a questionnaire through a digital platform. Results: The ‘Population Outlining’ identified 2,530 participants in the PTC, with the predominance of females and southeastern residents. The ‘Survey Questionnaire’ phase constituted of 232 respondents, of whom 73.4% reported acknowledging their preceptors’ contributions, and more than 90% expressed interest in teaching activities, valuing their curriculum enhancement and academic acknowledge. Conclusion: Our findings evidenced positive perceptions about preceptorship and a propensity to engage in teaching activities among the participants, reinforcing the importance of debates about qualification, recruiting and retention of preceptors.

Resumo: Introdução: O aprendizado em ambientes práticos consiste em um componente essencial da educação médica. Nas últimas décadas, as escolas médicas têm procurado imergir os estudantes em ambientes profissionais desde os primeiros anos do curso. Nesses cenários, médicos mais experientes, preceptores, são responsáveis por apoiar seus aprendizes no desenvolvimento de conhecimentos, habilidades e atitudes profissionais. Objetivo: Este estudo teve como objetivo analisar as percepções e perspectivas de participantes do curso de Especialização em Preceptoria em Medicina de Família - UNA-SUS sobre preceptoria e educação médica. Método: O estudo quantitativo descritivo foi realizado em duas fases: “delineamento da população”, que incluiu dados acadêmicos dos participantes, e “questionário de pesquisa”, em que se aplicou um questionário por meio de uma plataforma digital. Resultado: O “delineamento da população” identificou 2.530 participantes do curso de Especialização, com predominância do sexo feminino e moradores da Região Sudeste. A fase “questionário da pesquisa” foi composta por 232 respondentes, dos quais 73,4% relataram reconhecer as contribuições de seus preceptores, e mais de 90% manifestaram interesse em atividades de ensino, valorizando sua valorização curricular e seu reconhecimento acadêmico. Conclusão: Nossos achados evidenciaram percepções positivas sobre a preceptoria e a propensão ao engajamento em atividades docentes dos participantes, reforçando a importância de debates sobre qualificação, recrutamento e retenção de preceptores.

Abstract Background In hospital settings, dermatology can offer substantial clinical support for the diagnosis and management of skin conditions, reducing morbidity and mortality. Thus, the study aimed to analyze the profile of referrals and consultations performed by the Dermatology Service of the Santa Casa de Misericordia de Porto Alegre, from August 2018 to January 2020. Methods This study is descriptive, quantitative, and retrospective, conducted through data collection and review of medical records and referrals. The variables included were clinical data of referrals, in-patients profiles, dermatological diagnoses, complementary exams, therapeutic conduct, and recommended follow-ups. Results A total of 1020 referrals were analyzed, which resulted in 641 consultations (328 men, 313 women). The most prevalent skin disease groups were ‘Dermatitis and Eczema’ (33.1%) and ‘Other infectious skin diseases (21.8%), while the most frequent ICD-10 were ‘Drug eruptions - L27’ (9.9%) and ‘Other and unspecified dermatitis - L30’ (6.6%). Corticoids were the most recommended treatments (27.7%), followed by antifungals (13.1%). ‘Consultation Discharge’ (44%) and ‘Outpatient’ Dermatology follow-up (27%) were the most frequent causes for ending consultation. Study limitations Among the study limitations, the authors highlight its retrospective nature, with data analysis based on referrals and medical records, which may present inaccurate or incomplete information. In addition to this, the study may demonstrate a certain degree of subjectivity due to the review and interpretation process conducted by the researchers. However, the definition of objective criteria based on previous studies attenuates such possible bias. Furthermore, considering that the Dermatology teams are composed of a preceptor dermatologist and residents, the established diagnoses were not submitted to third-party verification, except in the cases of skin biopsies and cultures. Thus, the professional’s experience and skills may have influenced the dermatological diagnoses. Conclusions These findings underlie the importance of Dermatology in hospital assistance, contributing to the management of a wide range of skin conditions.

Resumo: Introdução: O ensino por meio da vivência prática, denominado preceptoria, permite aos aprendizes buscar informações e esclarecer dúvidas com os preceptores, de maneira a desenvolver competências e habilidades em um ambiente de apoio e segurança, elementos essenciais ao bom aprendizado. Objetivo: Esse estudo objetivou compreender as concepções e vivências de alunos e egressos do curso de especialização em Preceptoria em Medicina de Família e Comunidade (UNA-SUS/UFCSPA) acerca da preceptoria na formação médica. Método: A pesquisa adotou abordagem qualitativa e observacional, sendo conduzida por meio de entrevistas individuais em plataforma de videoconferência, com 12 participantes do curso advindos das cinco regiões geográficas brasileiras, sob orientação de roteiro de questões abertas. As transcrições das entrevistas foram analisadas a partir dos conceitos da obra Análise de conteúdo, de Laurence Bardin. Resultado: Sob a ótica dos entrevistados, o papel do preceptor relaciona-se, sobretudo, à função de referencial para seus aprendizes, devendo assim apresentar atitudes éticas e profissionais, consonantes com atributos humanísticos e competências técnicas. Conclusão: A partir das perspectivas observadas no estudo, evidencia-se a relevância do preceptor no processo de formação médica, bem como a necessidade de debates entre instituições de ensino, entidades médicas, gestores e serviços de saúde sobre a valorização e qualificação de preceptores, e, consequentemente, dos futuros profissionais.

Abstract: Introduction: Teaching through practical experience, namely preceptorship, allows learners to seek information and clarify doubts with preceptors, in order to develop skills and abilities in a supportive and safe environment - essential elements for good learning. Objective: This study aimed to understand the conceptions and experiences of students and graduates of the Specialization Course in Preceptorship in Family and Community Medicine (UNA-SUS/UFCSPA) about preceptorship in medical education. Method: The research adopted a qualitative and observational approach, conducted through individual interviews on a videoconference platform, with 12 course participants from the five Brazilian geographic regions, guided by a script of open questions. The transcripts of the interviews were analyzed based on the concepts of the work ‘Content Analysis’ by Laurance Bardin. Result: From the perspective of the participants, the role of the preceptor is mainly related to the role of reference for their apprentices, thus having to present ethical and professional attitudes, in line with humanistic attributes and technical competences. Conclusion: From the perspectives observed in the study, the relevance of the preceptor in the medical training process is evidenced, as well as the need for debates between educational institutions, medical entities, managers and health services on the valuation and qualification of preceptors, and, consequently, of future professionals.

Abstract The study of skin, the science of dermatology, has undergone significant transformations throughout the centuries. From the first descriptions of skin diseases in Egyptian papyri and in Hippocratic writings to the first treatises on dermatology, important individuals and discoveries have marked the specialty. In the 18th and 19th centuries, the specialty consolidated itself as a field of medical study based on the first classifications of dermatoses, diagnostic methods, and drug treatments. In the 20th century, the scientific and technological revolution transformed dermatological practice, incorporating new therapeutic resources, as well as surgical and aesthetic procedures. In the face of such a vigorous process, it is important to provide a historical synthesis for the medical community to recognize and understand the origins that supported one of the most relevant specialties in the current medical scenario.

Resumo Introdução: As doenças de pele apresentam alta prevalência em ambientes hospitalares. Pacientes hospitalizados com dermatoses associadas apresentam maior risco de mortalidade do que indivíduos sem doenças de pele, reforçando a importância do diagnóstico e tratamento precoces. Métodos: Foi realizada uma revisão sistemática em cinco bases de dados Medline, SciELO, LILACS, Web of Science e Scopus, utilizando as palavras-chave “Inpatients” AND “Dermatology”, abrangendo o período de 2010 a 2020. Em seguida, foi realizada uma revisão narrativa por meio dos autores 'seleção de referências relevantes sobre dermatologia hospitalar, incluindo artigos de revisão, livros e outras publicações. Resultados: Com base na estratégia de busca, foram encontradas 166 publicações, das quais 26 estudos foram elegíveis para inclusão no estudo. A partir desta revisão da literatura, analisamos as frequências de dermatoses em pacientes hospitalizados e os tipos de cuidados dermatológicos. As doenças dermatológicas constituem patologias importantes nos hospitais, sendo as erupções infecciosas e medicamentosas as dermatoses mais prevalentes. Conclusão: Este estudo demonstra que as doenças dermatológicas são altamente frequentes entre os pacientes hospitalizados. A maioria dos estudos corrobora a contribuição da dermatologia para a assistência hospitalar.

Abstract Introduction: Skin diseases show a high prevalence in hospital settings. Hospitalized patients with associated dermatoses present a higher mortality risk than individuals without skin conditions, reinforcing the importance of early diagnosis and treatment. Methods: A systematic review was performed in five databases Medline, SciELO, LILACS, Web of Science and Scopus, using the keywords “Inpatients” AND “Dermatology”, covering the period from 2010 to 2020. Then a narrative review was conducted through the authors’ selection of relevant references about hospital dermatology, including review articles, books, and other publications. Results: Based on search strategy, we found 166 publications of which 26 studies were eligible for inclusion in the study. From this literature review, we analysed dermatoses frequencies among hospitalized patients and the types of dermatological care. Dermatological diseases constitute important pathologies in hospitals, with infectious and drug eruptions as the most prevalent skin diseases. Conclusion: This study demonstrates that dermatological diseases are highly frequent among hospitalized patients. Most studies corroborate the contribution of Dermatology for hospital care.

Abstract Background Dermatology encompasses the management of many disorders of the skin and cutaneous appendages, making the analysis of epidemiological profiles relevant for health planning. Objective The study aims to describe the nosological profile of dermatological diseases in Florianopolis, analyzing the interrelation among the primary health care and dermatology services, from January 2016 to December 2017. Method Descriptive study from records of medical visits from the primary health care and dermatology services, as well as records of reports issued by the teledermatology service. Results In primary health care, from 55,265 medical visits - 28,546 in 2016 and 26,719 in 2017, there was a higher prevalence of “Atopic dermatitis” (6.38%), “other disorders of skin and subcutaneous tissue” (5.10%), and “Scabies” (4.55%). In dermatology secondary care, from 19,964 visits - 10,068 in 2016 and 9626 in 2017, the most prevalent diagnoses were “Other malignant neoplasms of the skin” (14.75%) and “Skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation” (10.20%). Study limitations Some dermatological consultations in primary health care may have been under-registered due to the attribution of non-specific or overly broad diagnoses. Conclusion This study presents different nosological profiles of skin diseases in primary health care and dermatology secondary care, reinforcing the importance of primary health care's role in the management of less complex conditions, referring more complex cases that require more specialized experience to dermatology services..