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Calcinosis Cutis

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Calcinosis cutis, characterized by the deposition of calcium in the skin or subcutaneous tissue, presents in 5 subtypes: dystrophic calcification, idiopathic calcification, iatrogenic calcification, metastatic calcification, and calciphylaxis. Among these, dystrophic calcinosis cutis is the most prevalent, typically resulting from local tissue damage or collagen alterations. This subtype is frequently associated with connective tissue diseases, notably scleroderma. Currently, no single effective therapy for calcinosis cutis exists, and the available treatments have limited supporting evidence. The following medical image shows classic physical examination findings of this rare condition.

Source: Annals of Internal Medicine Clinical Cases

DOI: 10.7326/aimcc.2024.0272

Authors: James F. Howick V, Mohammed Nadir Bhuiyan

Institution: Mayo Clinic

Language: English

Topic: Dermatological and Skeletal Disorders

Subfield: Genetics

Field: Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4401783013

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