Dermatology Case

Dermatology Case

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Connective tissue nevus (CTN) is a hamartomatous growth which can be associated to multiple syndromes, such as tuberous sclerosis, Buschke-Ollendorf syndrome, or Proteus syndrome. Familial cases of CTN have also been related to cardiac disease. Classically, CTN are characterized by asymptomatic, fir...

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Main Authors: Sandrina Carvalho, Susana Machado, Yolanda Mahia, Manuela Selores
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Centro Hospitalar do Porto 2016-09-01
Series:Nascer e Crescer
Subjects:
nevo do tecido conjuntivo
infância
Online Access:http://revistas.rcaap.pt/nascercrescer/article/view/10086
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Summary:Connective tissue nevus (CTN) is a hamartomatous growth which can be associated to multiple syndromes, such as tuberous sclerosis, Buschke-Ollendorf syndrome, or Proteus syndrome. Familial cases of CTN have also been related to cardiac disease. Classically, CTN are characterized by asymptomatic, firm, multiple, skin-colored or yellowish plaques on the trunk or limbs, arising during childhood with no gender preference. A skin biopsy is usually necessary to confirm the diagnosis. Additional studies are oriented by signs or symptoms suggesting an underlying disease.
ISSN:0872-0754
0872-0754

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