abstract：:A 45-year-old woman with a history of renal carcinoma was observed for facial, cervical and truncal flesh-colored papules. Relatives had similar skin findings and a brother had repeated episodes of pneumothorax. The computerized tomography scan revealed multiple cysts on both lungs. A skin biopsy revealed a perifollic...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Lencastre A,Ponte P,Apetato M,Nunes L,Lestre S

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In highly endemic countries, transmission and sub-clinical infection of leprosy are likely and the disease manifests itself in individuals without any known close contact with a leprosy patient. Health workers are social contacts belonging to the same network (the Health System) and some of them share the sa...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Calado KL,Magnanini MM,Moura RS,Gallo ME,Bührer-Sékula S,Oliveira ML

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Generalized lichen nitidus is an uncommon chronic inflammatory dermatosis with very characteristic histological findings. Its pathogenesis is still unclear; very rarely it has been associated with genetic disorders. Herein we report the case of a 12-year-old boy with Niemann-Pick disease who developed generalized lich...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Teixeira VB,Coutinho I,Cardoso JC,Tellhechea Ó

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:POEMS syndrome is a unique clinical entity, the diagnosis of which is made when polyneuropathy and monoclonal gammopathy occur together, associated with other changes such as organomegaly, endocrinopathy, skin changes and papilledema. Cutaneous manifestations are heterogeneous, with diffuse cutaneous hyperpigmentation...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Santos G,Lestre S,João A

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:American cutaneous leishmaniasis is a dermatozoonosis of compulsory notification with relevant morbidity. The disease is considered endemic in northern Paraná. OBJECTIVES:To evaluate the clinical, laboratory and epidemiological aspects of patients with American cutaneous leishmaniasis treated at Clinics Hos...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Pontello Junior R,Gon Ados S,Ogama A

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Histiocytic sarcoma is a rare hematologic malignant neoplasia originating from histiocytic or dendritic cell clones. The lesions may be in nodal or extranodal sites, most commonly in the gastrointestinal tract. A small number of cases presents as unique cutaneous lesions. The definitive diagnosis is made by positivity...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Trevisan F,Xavier CA,Pinto CA,Cattete FG,Stock FS,Martins ML

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Atopic Dermatitis has long been a controversial entity in regard its relationship to food allergy. Indeed, inter-discipline disparity in the way dermatologists and allergologists perceive the food allergy/atopic dermatitis interplay, hampers the design of concise therapeutic strategies and conveys conflicting messages...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Guibas GV,Makris M,Chliva C,Gregoriou S,Rigopoulos D

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A mosaic is an organism composed of two or more genetically distinct cell populations derived from a genetically homogeneous zygote. Cutaneous mosaicisms are the clinical expressions of these disorders. The main event which allows the existence of mosaicism is a genetic mutation, either structural or functional. Cutan...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Kouzak SS,Mendes MS,Costa IM

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Actinic keratosis is a common cause of dermatological consultations and it presents a strong association with squamous cell carcinoma. Many substances are used for treatment and prevention, such as retinoids. Nevertheless, many studies on retinoids emphasize their application in treating and preventing non melanoma sk...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Ianhez M,Fleury LF Jr,Miot HA,Bagatin E

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ichthyoses are a common group of keratinization disorders. A non-inflammatory generalized persistent skin desquamation is observed. It is characterized by increased cell turnover, thickening of the stratum corneum and functional changes of sebaceous and sweat glands. All of these favor fungal proliferation. Dermatophy...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Freitas CF,Mulinari-Brenner F,Fontana HR,Gentili AC,Hammerschmidt M

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Noonan Syndrome is one of the most common genetic syndromes and also an important differential diagnosis in children presenting with syndromic facies similar to Turner's syndrome phenotype. This syndrome is characterized by facial dysmorphism, congenital heart defects, short stature and also a wide phenotypic variatio...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Kondo RN,Martins LM,Lopes VC,Bittar RA,Araújo FM

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Shiitake Dermatitis is often presented as papules and erythemato-violaceous linear streaks. It can be associated with bleomycin treatment, dermatomyositis and shiitake mushroom (Lentinus edodes). There is not any previous report concerning this rare etiology in our country. Shiitake is the second most consumed mushroo...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Adriano AR,Acosta ML,Azulay DR,Quiroz CD,Talarico SR

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Behçet's disease is a chronic inflammatory disease of unknown aetiology, characterized by recurrent oral and genital aphthous ulcerations, uveitis, skin lesions and other multisystem affections associated with vasculitis. Different types of vessels, predominantly veins, can be affected in Behçet's disease. The frequen...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Bittencourt Mde J,Dias CM,Lage TL,Barros RS,Paz OA,Vieira Wde B

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Potassium iodide, as a saturated solution, is a valuable drug in the dermatologist's therapeutic arsenal and is useful for the treatment of different diseases due to its immunomodulatory features. However, its prescription has become increasingly less frequent in dermatology practice. Little knowledge about its exact ...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Costa RO,Macedo PM,Carvalhal A,Bernardes-Engemann AR

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Histoplasmosis is a systemic mycosis endemic in extensive areas of the Americas. The authors report on an urban adult male patient with uncommon oral-cutaneous lesions proven to be histoplasmosis. Additional investigation revealed unnoticed HIV infection with CD4+ cell count of 7/mm3. The treatment was performed with ...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Marques SA,Silvares MR,Camargo RM,Marques ME

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Bourneville-Pringle syndrome is an autosomal dominant neurocutaneous disorder characterized by the development of multiple hamartomas in various systems, especially brain, skin, retina, kidney, heart and lung. The case of a patient with brownish plaques on the forehead and temporal region, pink malar and chin papu...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Gontijo GM

更新日期：2013-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Kaposi's sarcoma is a malignant disease that originates in the lymphatic endothelium. It has a broad spectrum of clinical manifestations. Its four distinct clinical forms are: classic, endemic, iatrogenic and epidemic Kaposi's sarcoma. In non-HIV-associated Kaposi's sarcoma, the disease is typically limited to the low...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Santos M,Vilasboas V,Mendes L,Talhari C,Talhari S

更新日期：2013-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Whether parapsoriasis represents an early stage of T-cell cutaneous lymphoma is still the subject of controversy. We evaluated the efficacy of phototherapy in the treatment of parapsoriasis and its relation with TCCL. Patients diagnosed with parapsoriasis and treated with phototherapy PUVA or UVB-NB were selected. Bet...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Duarte IA,Korkes KL,Amorim VA,Kobata C,Buense R,Lazzarini R

更新日期：2013-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Dysplastic nevi are among the most important cutaneous melanoma simulators. They are important risk markers for this neoplasia and can be its potential precursors. Some authors found a statistically significant relationship between the degree of dysplasia and the risk for developing melanoma. However, reprod...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Nobre AB,Piñeiro-Maceira J,Luiz RR

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Acquired reactive perforating collagenosis is a perforating dermatosis usually associated with different systemic diseases, mainly diabetes mellitus and/or chronic renal insufficiency. Different therapies have been tried but treatment is not standardized yet and remains a challenge. In the last few years, allopurinol ...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Tilz H,Becker JC,Legat F,Schettini AP,Inzinger M,Massone C

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Blastic plasmacytoid dendritic cell tumor is a rare, highly aggressive systemic neoplasm for which effective therapies have not yet been established. We describe a 73-year-old man with multiple nodules and patches emerging on the trunk and limbs. Lesional skin biopsy revealed a plasmacytoid dendritic cell tumor with d...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Maio P,Fernandes C,Afonso A,Sachse F,Cabeçadas J,Cardoso J

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Background: Patch tests are an efficient method to confirm the etiological diagnosis of allergic contact dermatitis. OBJECTIVES:1) To determine the permanence of results between two tests performed with an interval of at least one year, in patients with allergic contact dermatitis; 2) To compare the positiv...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Duarte I,Silva Mde F,Malvestiti AA,Machado Bde A,Lazzarini R

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Segmental neurofibromatosis is a rare clinical finding generally with no family history and facial involvement. There are four subtypes of segmental neurofibromatosis: true segmental, localized cases with deep involvement, hereditary segmental and bilateral segmental neurofibromatosis. Here we report three patients fr...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Jankovic I,Kovacevic P,Visnjic M,Jankovic D,Velickovic M

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pyodermatitis-pyostomatitis vegetans is a rare mucocutaneous dermatosis characterized by pustular and vegetating lesions of the skin and oral mucosa. It is considered a highly specific marker for inflammatory bowel diseases. The authors describe a case of pyodermatitis-pyostomatitis vegetans in a pediatric patient who...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Mesquita Kde C,Costa IM

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Skin diseases cause negative impact on the emotional state, social relationships and daily activities, due to the stigma caused by the appearance of the lesions. OBJECTIVE:This study aimed to assess the quality of life of pediatric patients with skin diseases attending a dermatology service, compare the sco...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Weber MB,Lorenzini D,Reinehr CP,Lovato B

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Calciphylaxis, also known as calcific uremic arteriolopathy, is a severe complication often observed in patients with hyperparathyroidism secondary to chronic renal failure, which occurs mainly in women. It is characterized by ischemic tissue loss secondary to progressive vascular compromise. This is a rare and severe...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Roncada EV,Abreu MA,Pereira MF,Oliveira CC,Nai GA,Soares DF

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Male patient, 28 years old, presented with an asymptomatic yellowish erythematous papule on his right thigh. Excisional biopsy was performed for histopathological examination of the lesion. Multinucleated cells (Touton giant cells) were observed. S100 immunohistochemistry was negative for CD1a and positive for CD4 and...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Sampaio FM,Lourenço FT,Obadia DL,Nascimento LV

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Contact dermatitis is one of the common work-related dermatoses. Among bricklayers, cement can cause both allergic contact dermatitis and primary contact irritative dermatitis. The personal protective equipment (rubber gloves) may favor the development of allergic contact dermatitis. OBJECTIVES:1) to evalua...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Lazzarini R,Duarte IA,Sumita JM,Minnicelli R

更新日期：2012-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Lipschütz Ulcer, or ulcus vulvae acutum, is a rare and probably underdiagnosed entity that usually presents as an acute painful vulvar ulcer in young women. The etiology is unknown, although recent reports have associated it with the Epstein-Barr virus. The diagnosis is made by exclusion after ruling out sexually tran...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Brinca A,Canelas MM,Carvalho MJ,Vieira R,Figueiredo A

更新日期：2012-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Papular elastorrhexis is a rare acquired disease, first described in 1987 by Bordas, which has been very rarely reported in the literature. It is characterized by small asymptomatic non-follicular papules, mainly distributed in the trunk. Histology of the lesions shows homogenization of collagen and fragmentation of e...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Thomé EP,Steglich RB,Meotti CD,Schwartz J,Boff AL

更新日期：2012-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Drug Reaction with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms syndrome, also known as Drug Induced Hypersensitivity Syndrome presents clinically as an extensive mucocutaneous rash, accompanied by fever, lymphadenopathy, hepatitis, hematologic abnormalities with eosinophilia and atypical lymphocytes, and may involve other ...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Criado PR,Criado RF,Avancini JM,Santi CG

更新日期：2012-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pigmented Bowen's disease (PBD) is a variant of squamous cell carcinoma in situ and represents less than 2% of cases of Bowen's disease. It is characterized by a sharply demarcated, pigmented plaque with a scaly or crusted surface on intertriginous and genital areas. The authors describe a case of PBD on the penis and...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Ishioka P,Yamada S,Michalany NS,Hirata SH

更新日期：2012-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Knowledge of the relationship between specific geographical differences and histopathology of the American cutaneous leishmaniasis is limited because host-parasite interactions in space and time are complex. OBJECTIVE:To describe the geographic analysis of the histopathological pattern of localized American...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Souza LW,Souza SV,Botelho AC

更新日期：2012-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:assessment instruments of nail psoriasis have been published in literature as means to standardize the previous subjective assessments of authors. OBJECTIVES:Using Nail Psoriasis Severity Index for evaluation in patients with plaque psoriasis during treatment with acitretin. METHODS:Thirty volunteers with ...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Mukai MM,Poffo IF,Werner B,Brenner FM,Lima Filho JH

更新日期：2012-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sarcoidosis is a granulomatous disease of unknown etiology. The skin is commonly affected. Cutaneous manifestations can mimic other diseases and autoimmune disorders. The dermatologist plays a critical role in elucidating the clinical diagnosis and assisting other specialists in the investigation of a systemic disease...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Rocha DS,Presotto C,Bringel DM,Bomm L,Balassiano E,Alves Mde F

更新日期：2012-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hereditary Angioedema is a dominantly inherited disease. Routine screening of autoantibodies (AAB) is not recommended for individuals with Hereditary Angioedema; however, prevalence of these antibodies in Hereditary Angioedema patients is not well documented. We aim to determine the prevalence of AAB so that individua...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Dortas Junior SD,Valle SO,Levy SA,Tortora RP,Abe AT,Pires GV,Papi JA,França AT

更新日期：2012-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The vegetal biomembrane has been used to treat cutaneous ulcers. OBJECTIVES:To assess the role of the vegetal biomembrane on the chronic venous ulcers treatment compared to treatment with collagenase cream. METHODS:Fourteen patients were selected to be treated with vegetal biomembrane and 7 with Fibrase(®)...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Frade MA,Assis RV,Coutinho Netto J,Andrade TA,Foss NT

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This case report is about a 48-year-old female patient with systemic amyloidosis and multiple myeloma simultaneously. Amyloid cutaneous infiltrative lesions like papules, nodules, or plaques with a serous-hemorrhagic aspect were found in the eyelids, neck and retroauricular region, among others. She had presented inte...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Oliveira EV,Pozetti AC,Pozetti EM,Antonio JR,Michalany NS

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Dyschromicum erythema perstans, or ashy dermatosis, is a rare chronic acquired skin disease characterized by gray hyperpigmented patches with erythematous borders. Its etiology is unknown and there is no specific treatment for the condition. We report a case of ashy dermatosis in a 41-year-old patient with extensive l...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Cherobin AC,Oliveira FO,Baeta IG,Vale EC

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Intense pulsed light has been used in the treatment of photoaging without a full understanding of its mechanism of action. OBJECTIVE:To study the effect of intense pulsed light on photoaging and on the skin immune response by means of a clinical and histopathological study, evaluating Langerhans cells (CD1)...

journal_title：Anais brasileiros de dermatologia

authors： Patriota RC,Rodrigues CJ,Cucé LC

更新日期：2011-11-01 00:00:00