Pseudoxanthoma elasticum: Case series of three siblings
Abstract
Pseudoxanthoma elasticum (PXE) is a rare multisystemic genetic disease with dermatologic, cardiovascular and ocular involvement. PXE primarily affects the skin, and the ocular involvement is noted in almost 85% of patients. Cardiovascular complications caused by PXE often develop in adults. Since the prognosis of PXE is primarily dependent on extracutaneous organ involvement, early diagnosis of PXE is of prime importance for taking preventive measures. In this report, we present three siblings diagnosed with PXE.
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Details
Primary Language
English
Subjects
Internal Diseases
Journal Section
Case Report
Authors
Mustafa Esen
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0000-0002-4736-9142
Türkiye
İsa An
0000-0003-3366-4551
Türkiye
Adar Aslan
This is me
0000-0003-3970-5350
Publication Date
February 20, 2018
Submission Date
January 26, 2018
Acceptance Date
February 15, 2018
Published in Issue
Year 2018 Volume: 3 Number: 1