Kindler Syndrome - 05/08/11

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Kindler syndrome (MIM173650) is an autosomal recessive genodermatosis characterized by poikiloderma, trauma-induced skin blistering, mucosal inflammation, and photosensitivity. Loss-of-function mutations in the FERMT1 gene are the cause of Kindler syndrome. Kindler syndrome is categorized as a subtype of epidermolysis bullosa (EB). During infancy and childhood, there is clinical overlap between Kindler syndrome and dystrophic EB. Unlike other forms of EB, Kindler syndrome is characterized by impaired actin cytoskeleton-extracellular matrix interactions and a variable plane of blister formation at or close to the dermal-epidermal junction. This article reviews clinicopathologic and molecular features of Kindler syndrome and discusses patient management.
Il testo completo di questo articolo è disponibile in PDF.Keywords : FERMT1, Fermitin family homolog 1, Actin, Blistering, Skin atrophy, Poikiloderma
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| The authors’ original studies on Kindler syndrome have received funding from The Wellcome Trust, the British Association of Dermatologists, and the British Skin Foundation. The authors also acknowledge financial support from the Department of Health via the National Institute for Health Research comprehensive Biomedical Research Centre award to Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust in partnership with King’s College London and King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. |
Vol 28 - N° 1
P. 119-124 - gennaio 2010 Ritorno al numeroBenvenuto su EM|consulte, il riferimento dei professionisti della salute.
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