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STUDY OF CUTANEOUS MANIFESTATIONS IN CHRONIC LIVER DISORDERS.
S K Sayal1, A L DAS2, P K Chattwal3
1Senior Adviser (Derm & Ven), Command Hospital (SC), Pune 411040.
Medical Journal, Armed Forces India
|August 4, 2017
Summary
Skin changes are common in chronic liver disorders, affecting over half of patients. Key findings include dilated abdominal veins, jaundice, and nail clubbing, highlighting the importance of dermatological assessment.
Area of Science:
- Hepatology
- Dermatology
- Internal Medicine
Background:
- Chronic liver disorders are associated with various systemic complications.
- Cutaneous manifestations can serve as indicators of underlying liver disease severity and progression.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the prevalence and types of cutaneous manifestations in patients with chronic liver disorders.
- To identify common and less common dermatological signs associated with liver disease.
Main Methods:
- A study was conducted on forty-nine cases diagnosed with chronic liver disorders.
- Patients were assessed for the presence and type of visible skin changes.
Main Results:
- Over half (57.1%) of the patients exhibited cutaneous manifestations.
- Common findings included prominent dilated abdominal veins (28.6%), icterus (20.1%), and nail clubbing (16.3%).
- Less frequent manifestations such as palmar erythema, spider naevi, and purpura were also observed.
Conclusions:
- Cutaneous changes are a frequent finding in chronic liver disease.
- Recognizing these dermatological signs can aid in the early detection and management of liver disorders.
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