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Mutilating facial acne conglobata.

W M Patterson1, A S Stibich, M Dobke

  • 1Dermatology and Plastic Surgery, UMDNJ-New Jersey Medical School, Newark 07103-2714, USA.

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|August 24, 2000
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Acne conglobata, a severe skin condition, can cause significant disfigurement. Surgical excision proved effective for a patient with unusual facial acne conglobata when medical treatments failed.

Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Surgical Procedures

Background:

  • Acne conglobata is a severe variant of acne vulgaris.
  • It typically causes disfigurement and is often more prevalent on the back.

Observation:

  • A 23-year-old male presented with acne conglobata predominantly affecting the cheeks.
  • This presentation was atypical, as facial involvement is less common and usually less severe than dorsal lesions.

Findings:

  • Conventional medical therapies were ineffective or contraindicated for this patient.
  • Radical surgical excision, involving subtotal removal of cheek skin and subcutaneous tissue, was performed.

Implications:

  • Surgical intervention can be a viable and effective treatment option for severe, localized acne conglobata.

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  • This case highlights the importance of considering surgical approaches when medical management fails for disfiguring dermatological conditions.