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The importance of cardiac screening in X-linked ichthyosis: a plea

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: X-linked ichthyosis (XLI) is a rare dermatological condition with extracutaneous features. Recently, XLI has been associated with an increased risk of cardiac arrhythmias and related conditions that may impact morbidity and mortality. This letter emphasizes the need to identify and treat cardiac issues in XLI as early as possible.

Source: Clinical and Experimental Dermatology

DOI: 10.1093/ced/llaf221

Author: William Davies

Institution: Cardiff University

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: green

OpenAlex ID: W4410419013