Connective tissue nevus misdiagnosed as juvenile localized scleroderma
Abstract Background Connective tissue nevi (CTN) are congenital hamartomas caused by excessive proliferation of dermis components. In children, CTN can mimic juvenile localized scleroderma (JLS), an immune mediated skin disorder that requires aggressive immunosuppression. Objectives: Aim of our stud...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2023-10-01
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Series: | Pediatric Rheumatology Online Journal |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s12969-023-00913-9 |