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Porokeratosis ptychotropica: a rare variant that is commonly misdiagnosed

Year: 2020

Type: article

Abstract: Porokeratosis ptychotropica (PP) is a rare variant of porokeratosis characterized by pruritic, scaly papules and plaques localized to the perianal and gluteal cleft regions. Clinically, PP resembles other common disorders, resulting in frequent misdiagnosis. The diagnosis of PP often takes several years to make, therefore many reported cases in the literature described the late stages of PP. We report a case of PP diagnosed at an early stage. By presenting our patient, we aim to raise further awareness of PP to avoid a delay in diagnosis, thus preventing long term complications of this rare entity.

Source: Dermatology Online Journal

DOI: 10.5070/d3266049327

Authors: Nguyen Hoang, Haleigh E Harper, Atieh Jibbe, Spyros M Siscos, Allison L Cargnel, David L Kaplan

Institutions: Children's Mercy Hospital, University of Kansas, University of Kansas Medical Center, Menorah Medical Center

Language: English

Topic: Genetic and rare skin diseases.

Subfield: Genetics

Field: Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $300