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[Linear scleroderma and foot deformity in children].

F El Masri1, I Ghanem, K Kharrat

  • 1Département de Chirurgie Orthopédique, Hôpital Hôtel-Dieu de France, Université Saint-Joseph, boulevard Alfred-Naccache, Achrafieh, Beyrouth, Liban.

Revue De Chirurgie Orthopedique Et Reparatrice De L'Appareil Moteur
|December 6, 2005
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Linear scleroderma, a rare condition causing skin hardening, can lead to significant bone and joint deformities in children. This study details 22 cases of foot and ankle deformities caused by this localized scleroderma subtype.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric rheumatology
  • Orthopedic surgery
  • Dermatology

Background:

  • Linear scleroderma is a rare autoimmune condition characterized by localized skin hardening.
  • It primarily affects children and can lead to musculoskeletal deformities.
  • Foot and ankle involvement in linear scleroderma is exceptionally uncommon.

Observation:

  • This review compiles 22 reported cases of foot or ankle deformities attributed to linear scleroderma.
  • The study includes a detailed analysis of one additional case.
  • The focus is on understanding the clinical presentation and radiological features.

Findings:

  • Linear scleroderma can result in significant bone and joint deformities in the pediatric foot and ankle.
  • Pathogenesis, histological characteristics, and clinical manifestations are explored.

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  • Orthopaedic management strategies for these rare deformities are discussed.

    • Implications:

    • Highlights the importance of recognizing linear scleroderma as a cause of pediatric foot and ankle deformities.
    • Informs orthopedic and rheumatologic management of this rare condition.
    • Contributes to the limited literature on localized scleroderma affecting the extremities.