Eosinophilic fasciitis
An. bras. dermatol
;
91(5,supl.1): 57-59, Sept.-Oct. 2016. graf
Article
in English
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| ID: biblio-837929
ABSTRACT
Abstract Eosinophilic fasciitis is a rare sclerodermiform syndrome of unknown etiology. It is characterized by the thickening of the muscular fascia and subcutaneous tissue, with a variable infiltration of eosinophils. Peripheral eosinophilia, poly or monoclonal hypergammaglobulinemia and increased erythrocyte sedimentation rate can be seen. Clinical features begin acutely, with local edema and a painful and symmetrical stiffening of the limbs, progressing rapidly to fibrosis, which can limit joint movements. Some cases have a history of strenuous physical exercise or trauma. The diagnosis is confirmed by a deep skin biopsy. Glucocorticoids in high doses is the treatment of choice. We report a typical eosinophilic fasciitis case with peripheral eosinophilia and dramatic response to pulse therapy with methylprednisolone.
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Main subject:
Skin
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Eosinophilia
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Fasciitis
Limits:
Adult
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Humans
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Male
Language:
English
Journal:
An. bras. dermatol
Journal subject:
Dermatology
Year:
2016
Type:
Article
Affiliation country:
Brazil
Institution/Affiliation country:
Hospital Federal da Lagoa/BR
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