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"Pitted" lesions in dermatology.
Keshavmurthy A Adya1, Arun C Inamadar1, Aparna Palit1
1Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprosy, SBMP Medical College, Hospital and Research Center, BLDE University, Vijayapur, Karnataka, India.
International Journal of Dermatology
|September 11, 2016
Summary
Cutaneous pitting, or skin depressions, can signal underlying genetic or internal diseases. Understanding these lesions is crucial for diagnosing various ectodermal disorders affecting skin, nails, and teeth.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Genetics
- Internal Medicine
Background:
- Cutaneous pitting, dimpling, and depressions are common clinical findings.
- These lesions can be primary or secondary manifestations of disease.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe various types of pitted lesions affecting ectodermal structures.
- To discuss the clinical significance of these lesions.
- To outline associated conditions linked to cutaneous pitting.
Main Methods:
- Review of clinical presentations of pitted lesions.
- Analysis of ectodermal structures (skin, nails, teeth).
- Correlation with genodermatoses and internal disorders.
Main Results:
- Categorization of different types of cutaneous pitting.
- Identification of pitting as a potential marker for systemic diseases.
- Association of specific pitting patterns with genodermatoses and internal conditions.
Conclusions:
- Cutaneous pitting is a significant clinical sign.
- Recognizing pitted lesions aids in diagnosing underlying genodermatoses and internal disorders.
- Ectodermal structures provide important diagnostic clues.
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