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Diffuse fasciitis with eosinophilia

J J Chanda, J P Callen, W B Taylor

    Archives of Dermatology
    |October 1, 1978
    PubMed
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    Diffuse fasciitis with eosinophilia presents with skin changes but no Raynaud's phenomenon or organ involvement. Corticosteroid treatment showed minimal patient response, suggesting potential systemic manifestations.

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    Area of Science:

    • Rheumatology
    • Dermatology
    • Pathology

    Background:

    • Diffuse fasciitis with eosinophilia (DFE) is a recently described syndrome.
    • It features scleroderma-like skin changes without Raynaud's phenomenon or visceral disease.

    Observation:

    • Patients commonly exhibit peripheral blood eosinophilia and hypergammaglobulinemia.
    • Characteristic biopsy findings include diffusely thickened fascia with inflammatory infiltrate.

    Findings:

    • The etiology and pathogenesis of DFE remain unknown.
    • While corticosteroids are often reported effective, minimal objective responses were observed in this cohort.
    • Pulmonary function abnormalities and rheumatoid factor elevation suggest potential systemic involvement or a variant of scleroderma.

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    Implications:

    • DFE may represent a distinct entity or a variant of scleroderma.
    • Further research is needed to elucidate its pathogenesis and optimal treatment strategies.
    • Recognizing potential systemic manifestations is crucial for patient management.