Why we need a harmonized name for atopic dermatitis/atopic eczema/eczema!

The author reflects on the need for a harmonized nomenclature for the condition atopic dermatitis, atopic eczema, or eczema to determine the different levels of the most common skin disease. He cites the study by Kantor et al. which established the widespread acceptance of the term atopic dermatitis which is ripe for international agreement. The author believes that the term can impact the data mining of the scientific community in terms of search strategies in databases.