Primary localized cutaneous nodular amyloidosis of the thighs

Primary localized cutaneous nodular amyloidosis (PLCNA) is a rare form of cutaneous amyloidosis. We report the case of a 65-year-old woman with multiple asymptomatic discrete nodules and atrophic plaques on the thighs of 4 years' duration that had increased in number and size. Results of extensive clinical, histologic, and laboratory evaluation showed no evidence of systemic amyloidosis or myeloma. A diagnosis of PLCNA was made. The patient refused treatment due to the asymptomatic nature of the lesions, and follow-up examination 2.5 years later showed minimal progression of the disease.