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[Acne inversa. Diagnosis and therapy].

O Rödder-Wehrmann1, W Küster, G Plewig

  • 1Hautklinik, Heinrich-Heine-Universität Düsseldorf.

Der Hautarzt; Zeitschrift Fur Dermatologie, Venerologie, Und Verwandte Gebiete
|January 1, 1991
PubMed
Summary

Acne inversa, also known as hidradenitis suppurativa, is a common inflammatory skin condition. Early surgical intervention with wide excision and secondary intention healing is proposed for optimal management.

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Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Surgical Pathology

Context:

  • Acne inversa, also termed hidradenitis suppurativa, is an inflammatory skin disease affecting specific body areas.
  • The condition is often underdiagnosed despite its prevalence.

Purpose:

  • To discuss the diagnosis and treatment of acne inversa.
  • To propose a surgical approach for managing acne inversa.

Summary:

  • Acne inversa presents as an inflammatory condition primarily in the axillae, under breasts, and anogenital regions.
  • The paper advocates for early, radical surgical intervention, specifically wide excision with secondary intention healing, based on clinical experience.

Impact:

  • Highlights the importance of timely diagnosis for effective acne inversa treatment.
  • Suggests a specific surgical strategy for improved patient outcomes in hidradenitis suppurativa management.

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