[Lupus erythematosus panniculitis: clinical and histopathological analysis of 22 cases].
Zhongguo Yi Xue Ke Xue Yuan Xue Bao
; 33(5): 525-8, 2011 Oct.
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ABSTRACT
OBJECTIVE:
To explore the clinical and histopathological manifestations, therapy and prognosis of lupus erythematosus panniculitis (LEP).METHOD:
We retrospectively reviewed the clinical data and histopathological features of 22 cases of LEP diagnosed at Peking Union Medical College Hospital from January 2008 to February 2010.RESULTS:
The lesions appeared as atrophy, erythema, subcutaneous nodules, infiltrated erythema, and ulceration over the scalp, face, upper limbs, and buttock. Histopathological features were lobular panniculitis in the subcutaneous fat; sometimes septal panniculitis could be seen. Hydroxychloroquine sulfate and corticosteroid were effective treatment; most patients responded well to the treatment, while a few experienced recurrence when the treatment tapped or discontinued.CONCLUSIONS:
LEP is a rare cutaneous variant of lupus erythematosus. The diagnosis of LEP is mainly based on clinical findings and pathological features. Hydroxychloroquine and low- and middle-dose corticosteroid are effective for the treatment of LEP.
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MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Paniculite de Lúpus Eritematoso
Idioma:
Zh
Ano de publicação:
2011
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Article