A Case of Epidermodysplasia Verruciformis Treated with Systemic Acitretin
Abstract
Epidermodysplasia verruciformis (EV) is a rarely seen, genetically transmitted dermatosis characterized by the tendency to human papillomavirus infections (HPV). Although its etiopathogenesis is not exactly known, dysfunction in cell-mediated immunity is thought to be a very important factor in the development of the disease. Verruca plana, which starts in childhood, and reddish-brown papules and plaques mimicking pityriasis versicolor are seen in EV cases. There are no specific races or geographical differences in the incidence of the disease. On histopathological examination, hiperkeratosis, acanthosis, and intense vacuolization similar to those in classic verruca vulgaris can be seen. Especially in the sun-exposed areas, malignancies may develop. Therefore, early diagnosis and treatment of the disease is significant for the prevention of premalignant and malignant lesions. Some medications such as interferon, retinoic acid, topical imiquimod can be used in the treatment. Here, we present a 14-year-old epidermodysplasia verruciformis case having partially positive response to acitretin treatment
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Sağlık Kurumları Yönetimi
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Araştırma Makalesi
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İlkin Zindancı
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Mukaddes Kavala
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Ayşe Serap Karadağ
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Şeyma Özkanlı
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Burçe Can
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Ayşegül Erdem
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Zafer Türkoğlu
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Necmettin Akdeniz
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Yayımlanma Tarihi
11 Aralık 2015
Gönderilme Tarihi
11 Aralık 2015
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Yıl 2015 Cilt: 22 Sayı: 2