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[Acrorhigosis]

J F Merlen

    Phlebologie
    |October 1, 1981
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Acroasphyxia and acrorhigosis are distinct conditions characterized by cold extremities, unlike acrocyanosis. Acrorhigosis involves vascular issues and may be treatable.

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    Area of Science:

    • Vascular Medicine
    • Dermatology

    Context:

    • The classification of peripheral circulatory disorders, including acroasphyxia and acrorhigosis, was established by Comel in 1932.
    • These conditions are often observed in young women and are clinically classified as 'sine materia' (without organic cause).

    Purpose:

    • To differentiate acroasphyxia and acrorhigosis from acrocyanosis.
    • To elucidate the underlying pathophysiology of acrorhigosis, including vascular and neurological factors.

    Summary:

    • Acroasphyxia and acrorhigosis are characterized by persistent coldness in extremities, potentially with hypothermia, but lack cyanosis and moisture.
    • These conditions involve decreased distal blood flow, cold-induced dystonia, and abnormal thermoregulation (acrothermic, poikilothermic behavior).
    • Digital pulp biopsies reveal an increased number of glomic anastomoses in acrorhigosis, suggesting a vascular basis possibly linked to atonic/hypertonic syndromes.

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    Impact:

    • Clarifies the diagnostic distinctions between similar peripheral vascular conditions.
    • Highlights potential treatment avenues for acrorhigosis by understanding its underlying mechanisms.