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C Ortíz-Zepeda1, E Hernández-Pérez, R Marroquín-Burgos
1Center for Dermatology and Cosmetic Dermatologic Surgery, San Salvador, El Salvador.
Background And Objectives:
A better knowledge of gross and microscopic features in chancroid are important in this increased frequency disease.
Study Design:
Two biopsies were taken from each one of 200 culture-proven cases of chancroid, and studied through different stains.
Results:
The ratio male/female was 15.7/1, and adenopathies were found in 87%. Biopsies showed edema, lymphohistiocytic inflammation and fibrinoid vasculitis, as well as the presence of numerous eosinophils and Russell bodies.
Conclusion:
Biopsy should be considered as an important tool for the diagnostic of chancroid.
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