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Localized crusting as an artefact

J Savage

    The British Journal of Dermatology
    |November 1, 1978
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Gross crusting on the nose and lips in four patients was identified as an artifact. This artifact was easily removed using soft paraffin or Viscopaste treatments.

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    Area of Science:

    • Dermatology
    • Medical Artifacts

    Background:

    • Patient presentations can sometimes include artifacts that mimic clinical conditions.
    • Distinguishing true pathology from artifacts is crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment.

    Observation:

    • Four patients presented with significant crusting on facial areas.
    • Two patients exhibited crusting on the nose, and two on the lips.
    • This crusting was visually assessed and deemed to be artifactual.

    Findings:

    • The observed facial crusting was not indicative of a disease process.
    • The artifactual crusting was readily removable.
    • Effective removal was achieved using topical applications of soft paraffin or Viscopaste.

    Implications:

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    • Clinicians should be aware of potential artifactual presentations in dermatological assessments.
    • Simple emollients like soft paraffin and Viscopaste can resolve artifactual crusting.
    • This highlights the importance of careful examination to avoid misdiagnosis of benign facial findings.