7-2DB Barrier Dysfunction in Atopic Eczema is Crucial

Tuesday, 6 December 2011: 15:20 - 15:35
Gran Cancún 3 (Cancún Center)

Richard Gallo , Medicine (Dermatology) and Pediatrics, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, CA

Learning Objectives:
Understand the physical and immunological barriers of the skin

Learn how recent experimental data support a primary role for keratinocyte dysfunction in atopic dermatitis

Synthesize present information to better adapt therapy for atopic dermatitis.