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[Multiple familial cutaneous leiomyoma].

S Cairey-Remonnay1, D Salard, M-P Algros

  • 1Service de Dermatologie 2, CHU Saint-Jacques, Besançon. scairey_remonnay@chu-besancon.fr

Annales De Dermatologie Et De Venereologie
|January 16, 2004
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This study reports a rare five-generation family with hereditary cutaneous and uterine leiomyomas, a condition known as Reed's syndrome. The findings highlight potential associations with other conditions, including chronic myeloid leukemia.

Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Oncology
  • Genetics

Background:

  • Cutaneous leiomyomas, benign skin tumors, can indicate hereditary conditions.
  • This report details a rare five-generation family exhibiting cutaneous and uterine leiomyomas.
  • The study investigates the genetic transmission and associated pathologies within this family.

Observation:

  • Sixteen family members across five generations were studied.
  • Eight individuals presented with cutaneous leiomyomas.
  • Six women experienced uterine myomas with complications, and associated conditions included polycythemia, renal carcinoma, and chronic myeloid leukemia.

Findings:

  • The family's leiomyoma presentation confirms an autosomal dominant inheritance pattern.
  • The association of cutaneous and uterine leiomyomas is classified as Reed's syndrome.

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  • A notable finding is the co-occurrence of piloleiomyoma with chronic myeloid leukemia, supported by shared genetic deletions.

    • Implications:

    • Reed's syndrome requires vigilant gynecological monitoring due to risks of severe complications.
    • The identified genetic link between leiomyomas and chronic myeloid leukemia warrants further investigation.
    • Understanding hereditary leiomyomatosis syndromes can improve patient diagnosis and management.