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[Lupus profundus].

E Macotela Ruíz, E M Gómez Alvarez, R S Suárez de la Torre

    La Prensa Medica Mexicana
    |September 1, 1977
    PubMed
    Summary

    This study describes seven cases of lupus erythematosus profundus, a form of chronic discoid lupus erythematosus with panniculitis. The authors suggest alternative classifications for related conditions, noting scalp alopecia in most patients.

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    Area of Science:

    • Dermatology
    • Pathology

    Context:

    • Lupus erythematosus profundus, a rare form of lupus erythematosus, presents as deep cutaneous involvement.
    • Chronic discoid lupus erythematosus with panniculitis is a specific subtype.

    Purpose:

    • To describe seven cases of lupus erythematosus profundus.
    • To discuss the classification and nomenclature of lupus erythematosus profundus and related conditions.
    • To highlight clinical features, including dissemination and scalp alopecia.

    Summary:

    • Seven female patients with lupus erythematosus profundus (chronic discoid lupus erythematosus with athrophic panniculitis) were studied, with one case showing dissemination.
    • The authors advocate against the term 'lupus profundus' for disseminated lupus erythematosus with erythema nodosum or Weber-Christian's type panniculitis.
    • Six patients exhibited atrophic scalp alopecia, a common finding in discoid lupus erythematosus.

    Impact:

    • Clarifies the classification of lupus erythematosus profundus and associated panniculitis.
    • Provides insights into the clinical presentation and potential diagnostic challenges.
    • Contributes to the understanding of lupus erythematosus profundus in dermatological literature.

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