Erythema induratum of Bazin is characterized by tender, erythematous to violaceous subcutaneous nodules that usually occur on the lower legs. Currently the terms EIB and nodular vasculitis are often used as synonyms to describe this most common type of lobular panniculitis. However, some investigators still prefer the name EIB for those cases associated with tuberculosis infection. We describe 5 consecutive cases of EIB presented in the last seven months beginning from winter 2009 to autumn 2010. All patients had tender, erythematous to violaceous nodules on the lower legs. One patient had a history of a long- term cough one year ago, whereas 4 had a positive family history for tuberculosis. Tissue polymerase chain reaction were studied for 2 patients and revealed positive results while interferon-γ releasing assay resulted positive in all of the 4 patients tested. In addition, tuberculin skin test which was applied to 3 patients resulted with
Erythema induratum of Bazin tuberculosis unusual manifestation
Bölüm | Case Reports |
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Yayımlanma Tarihi | 28 Aralık 2017 |
Yayımlandığı Sayı | Yıl 2017 Cilt: 1 Sayı: 1 |