Localized Mastocytosis of the Vulva

Mastocytosis is a relatively common disorder characterized by mast cell collections in the skin and other organ systems. Affected children are more likely than adults to have limited cutaneous disease. We report two patients with localized vulvar mastocytosis in the absence of other cutaneous findin...

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Published in:Pediatric dermatology 2014-01, Vol.31 (1), p.111-113
Main Authors: Berry, Tammy, Strand, Megan, Smidt, Aimee C., Torrelo, Antonio
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Biopsy
Child
Child, Preschool
Female
Humans
Mastocytosis, Cutaneous - pathology
Vulva - pathology
Vulvitis - pathology
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Summary:Mastocytosis is a relatively common disorder characterized by mast cell collections in the skin and other organ systems. Affected children are more likely than adults to have limited cutaneous disease. We report two patients with localized vulvar mastocytosis in the absence of other cutaneous findings and review previous reports of vulvar involvement in cutaneous mastocytosis.
ISSN:0736-8046
1525-1470
DOI:10.1111/pde.12232