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Woringer-Kolopp disease. A form of mycosis fungoides

S Waitzer, B K Fisher

    International Journal of Dermatology
    |November 1, 1984
    PubMed

    Insights

    Woringer-Kolopp disease, a skin condition, typically presents mildly but can rarely be aggressive. This report details two women with a potentially less aggressive variant of mycosis fungoides.

    Area of Science:

    • Dermatology
    • Oncology

    Background:

    • Woringer-Kolopp disease is a rare cutaneous T-cell lymphoma.
    • It typically presents as limited skin patches with a generally favorable prognosis.

    Observation:

    • This study describes two female patients diagnosed with Woringer-Kolopp disease.
    • Both patients are currently alive and managing their condition.

    Findings:

    • The authors propose that the observed cases represent a variant of mycosis fungoides.
    • This suggests a potential link between Woringer-Kolopp disease and mycosis fungoides spectrum.

    Implications:

    • Understanding this variant may refine diagnostic criteria for cutaneous lymphomas.
    • Further research could elucidate the specific characteristics and prognostic factors of this Woringer-Kolopp disease variant.

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