Subcutaneous scalp nodule as the presenting symptom of systemic light-chain amyloidosis

We present a case of subcutaneous nodular amyloidosis mimicking a pilar cyst. Further evaluation led to the diagnosis of malignant systemic light-chain amyloidosis. The epidemiology and histopathological features of light-chain amyloidosis with cutaneous involvement are reviewed, as well as current...

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Main Authors: Joseph Tadros, Stacey Goodman, Eric R. Tkaczyk
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Mattioli1885 2018-07-01
Series:Dermatology Practical & Conceptual
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Online Access:http://dpcj.org/index.php/dpc/article/view/406