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Malignant atrophic papulosis (Kohlmeier-Degos disease) in childhood
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Malignant atrophic papulosis, also known as Kohlmeier-Degos disease, was pathologically confirmed to affect the central nervous system in a pediatric patient. This rare condition led to progressive neurological decline and death in the affected child.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Neurology
- Dermatology
- Rare Diseases
Background:
- Malignant atrophic papulosis (Kohlmeier-Degos disease) is a rare systemic vasculopathy.
- Central nervous system (CNS) involvement is a severe manifestation of this disease.
- Pediatric cases with confirmed CNS pathology are exceptionally rare.
Observation:
- A case of malignant atrophic papulosis in a child is presented, beginning in infancy.
- The child experienced recurrent, characteristic skin lesions.
- Progressive neurological deterioration was observed over several years.
Findings:
- Pathologic verification of central nervous system involvement in a pediatric patient with malignant atrophic papulosis.
- Diagnosis was confirmed via biopsy of a typical skin lesion.
- The child succumbed to the disease at age 7 due to neurological complications.
Implications:
- This case highlights the potential for CNS involvement in pediatric malignant atrophic papulosis.
- Early recognition of dermatologic signs may aid in timely diagnosis.
- Understanding the disease's presentation can potentially reduce the need for more invasive diagnostic procedures.
Abstract:
Malignant atrophic papulosis (Kohlmeier-Degos disease) is reported for the first time with pathologic verification of central nervous system involvement in a child. The disease began in infancy with rare recurring skin lesions; the child died at the age of 7, after progressive neurologic deterioration. Diagnosis was suspected clinically and confirmed by biopsy of a typical skin lesion. Recognition of this disorder by its dermatologic manifestations may obviate invasive diagnostic procedures.