Idiopathic Chilblains - 12/08/11
Requests for reprints should be addressed to Michael H. Weisman, Cedars Sinai Medical Center, 8700 Beverly Blvd., Rm. B131, Los Angeles, CA 90048Abstract |
Background |
Chilblains is a benign condition infrequently encountered in clinical practice; its resemblance to vasculitis or peripheral thromboemboli can often result in an extensive and unnecessary diagnostic work-up.
Method |
Three cases of chilblains seen by our Rheumatology service, along with 113 documented cases, were reviewed.
Results |
Chilblains is characterized by painful red-to-purple papular lesions involving the acral surface of fingers or toes that resolves with symptomatic treatment. Female sex and low body mass index are risk factors.
Conclusion |
Distinct clinical features of chilblains can be used for early recognition and management, thus avoiding unnecessary diagnostic testing and delays in patient care. © 2009 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
El texto completo de este artículo está disponible en PDF.Keywords : Idopathic chilblains, Papular rash, Pernio
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| Conflict of Interest: The authors have no conflicts of interest, and attest to ethical adherence. |
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| Authorship: Each person listed as an author participated in the preparation of this article to a significant extent. |
Vol 122 - N° 12
P. 1152-1155 - décembre 2009 Regresar al número
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