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Multiple pilomatricomas and myotonic dystrophy.

M L Street1, R S Rogers

  • 1Department of Dermatology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota 55905.

The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology
|September 1, 1991
PubMed
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Multiple pilomatricomas are rare but occur more frequently in patients with myotonic dystrophy. This case highlights the association between these skin tumors and the genetic disorder.

Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Genetics
  • Oncology

Background:

  • Pilomatricomas are benign calcifying epithelial tumors of the hair follicle.
  • Multiple pilomatricomas are exceptionally rare in the general population.

Observation:

  • This report details the 11th documented case of multiple pilomatricomas in a patient with myotonic dystrophy.
  • The patient presented with multiple pilomatricoma lesions.

Findings:

  • The occurrence of multiple pilomatricomas is significantly higher in individuals diagnosed with myotonic dystrophy.
  • This association suggests a potential genetic link or predisposition.

Implications:

  • Increased awareness among clinicians regarding the association between myotonic dystrophy and multiple pilomatricomas is warranted.

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  • This finding may prompt further research into the underlying pathomechanisms connecting these conditions.
  • Consideration of pilomatricoma screening in patients with myotonic dystrophy could be beneficial.