[Post-inflammatory cutis laxa. A case report]

Area of Science:

• Dermatology
• Plastic Surgery
• Genetics

Background:

• Cutis Laxa (CL) is a rare connective tissue disorder characterized by loose, sagging skin, leading to a prematurely aged appearance.
• The acute form of CL can follow inflammatory skin conditions, but its etiology remains largely unknown.
• This condition affects the skin's elasticity, impacting facial features significantly.

Observation:

• A case report details a 17-year-old patient with acute Cutis Laxa (CL) secondary to a generalized skin eruption.
• The patient presented with premature aging, particularly affecting the forehead, earlobes, and nasolabial folds.
• Histopathological examination of a skin biopsy confirmed the diagnosis of CL.

Findings:

• A two-stage surgical treatment was performed, involving forehead lifting with Coleman lipofilling and earlobe reduction, followed by lipofilling of the nasolabial folds.
• The surgical correction demonstrated stable and satisfactory results one year post-procedure.
• The case highlights the diagnostic complexities and histological variations associated with rare CL disorders.

Implications:

• This case underscores the potential for surgical interventions in managing the aesthetic and functional challenges of acute Cutis Laxa.
• Further research into the etiology and histological nuances of CL is warranted for improved diagnostic and therapeutic strategies.
• The findings contribute to the understanding of rare dermatological disorders and their management through plastic surgery techniques.