Long-term follow-up study of clear cell papulosis - 24/04/13
Abstract |
Background |
Clear cell papulosis (CCP) was described as a new entity in 1987. Since then, only case reports or small case series have appeared in the literature and the long-term outcome of CCP remains unknown.
Objectives |
The aim of this study was to review cases of CCP diagnosed at our institution and to investigate their outcome.
Methods |
Nineteen patients given a diagnosis of CCP more than 6 years previously were identified. Their medical records and histopathologic findings were reviewed.
Results |
With a median follow-up duration of 11.5 years, regression of skin lesions was observed in 85.7% of patients. Persistence of skin lesions 11.5 years after diagnosis was confirmed histopathologically in one case, with a reduction in clear cell density.
Limitations |
Retrospective nature of the study is a limitation.
Conclusion |
No treatment is necessary for CCP because the skin lesions are asymptomatic and most patients experience at least partial regression.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Key words : clear cell papulosis, clear cells of Toker, extramammary Paget disease, long-term follow-up, milk line
Abbreviations used : CCP, CEA, EMA, EMPD, MPD, PAS
Plan
Funding sources: None. |
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Conflicts of interest: None declared. |
Vol 63 - N° 2
P. 266-273 - août 2010 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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