DDD 2025 Highlights Podcast

In this episode, Medicom’s correspondent covers 4 presentations from annual meeting of the Dutch Dermatology Days (DDD 2025), held in Ugchelen, the Netherlands, from 10-11 April 2025.

The topics discussed are:

1. Management of atopic dermatitis in children in 2025

“The disease burden of atopic dermatitis is multidimensional,” said Dr Marlies de Graaf (University Medical Centre Utrecht, the Netherlands) at the beginning of her talk on the management of atopic dermatitis in children. “Beyond the burden of eczema lesions and symptoms, the condition affects school performance, mental health, family dynamics, sleep, and social life of these children.” In addition, comorbidities and skin infections are common in this population. The disease burden is also cumulative, starting with the symptoms of atopic dermatitis and progressively impacting other life aspects over time. So, where do we stand in 2025 in terms of treatment options? Dr de Graaf discussed the current landscape of managing atopic dermatitis in children.

2. VEXAS syndrome and its cutaneous manifestations

VEXAS syndrome is a relatively newly discovered auto-inflammatory syndrome. Since skin manifestations are an early indicator of this disease, dermatologists play an important role in identifying patients with suspected VEXAS syndrome. Dr Joost Meijer (University Medical Centre Groningen, the Netherlands) shared key diagnostic insights and clues with the audience.

3. New horizon for classifying and managing vascular anomalies

The diagnosis of vascular anomalies has been challenging for dermatologists. Fortunately, refined classification systems may help make an accurate diagnosis. In parallel, recent genetic research unravelled some of the underlying mechanisms of vascular anomalies, which allows the development of targeted management strategies for patients.

4. How to deal with misinformation in the medical world

Misinformation is omnipresent, and medical professionals struggle to deal with the harmful effects that influencers and other sources of misinformation have on their patients. Understanding the psychological mechanisms behind misinformation can help us guide patients back toward evidence-based medicine.

Enjoy listening!

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Posted on 1 May 20251 May 2025