Keratosis pilaris in collagen type VI‐related disorders

Keratosis pilaris is a common skin condition associated with a number of syndromes, including collagen type VI‐related disorders. Our patient, recently diagnosed with Ullrich congenital muscular dystrophy, presented with severe keratosis pilaris, hypotonia, and velvety skin on the palms and soles. W...

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Published in:Pediatric dermatology 2022-01, Vol.39 (1), p.133-134
Main Authors: Ritter, Alexandra M., Wine Lee, Lara
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Abnormalities, Multiple - diagnosis
Case reports
Collagen
Collagen Type VI
Darier Disease - diagnosis
Eyebrows - abnormalities
Feet
Hands
Humans
Keratosis
keratosis pilaris
Medical diagnosis
Muscular dystrophy
Pediatrics
Skin diseases
Ullrich congenital muscular dystrophy
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Summary:Keratosis pilaris is a common skin condition associated with a number of syndromes, including collagen type VI‐related disorders. Our patient, recently diagnosed with Ullrich congenital muscular dystrophy, presented with severe keratosis pilaris, hypotonia, and velvety skin on the palms and soles. We present this case to highlight the importance of including cutaneous findings, such as keratosis pilaris, to aid in the diagnosis when evaluating patients with syndromic features.
ISSN:0736-8046
1525-1470
DOI:10.1111/pde.14883