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Lia Rachel Gomes do Vale1, Flávia Regina Coeli, Nilceo Michalany
1Universidade Federal de São Paulo - São Paulo (SP), Brasil.
Anais Brasileiros De Dermatologia
|June 9, 2009
Summary
Pachydermodactyly, a rare digital fibromatosis, typically affects young males. This case highlights a unique transgrediens form with lesions extending beyond the fingers.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Pathology
Background:
- Pachydermodactyly is a rare condition characterized by digital fibromatosis.
- It typically involves the proximal fingers and predominantly affects young males.
Observation:
- A 25-year-old male presented with a two-year history of asymptomatic finger nodules.
- Similar lesions subsequently appeared on his feet and right knee.
Findings:
- Histopathology revealed thickened dermis with fibroblast proliferation and collagen deposition.
- Mucinous material was also observed in the affected tissues.
- The case was identified as a rare transgrediens form of pachydermodactyly.
Implications:
- This case expands the known clinical presentation of pachydermodactyly.
- Highlights the importance of considering atypical presentations in diagnosis.
- Contributes to the understanding of this rare fibromatosis.