Necrobiotic xanthogranuloma

Necrobiotic xanthogranuloma is a rare, chronic, progressive granulomatous disorder which manifests as yellowish plaques and nodules, most commonly in the periorbital region. The exact aetiology is not known. It is commonly associated with monoclonal gammopathy. Various treatment modalities used incl...

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Published in:Journal of cutaneous and aesthetic surgery 2012-01, Vol.5 (1), p.43-45
Main Authors: Girisha, Banavasi S, Holla, Anantha Prasad, Fernandes, Michelle, Noronha, Tonita M
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Care and treatment
Case Report
Case studies
Diagnosis
Eyes & eyesight
Granuloma
Plastic surgery
Skin
Skin diseases
Skin lesions
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Summary:Necrobiotic xanthogranuloma is a rare, chronic, progressive granulomatous disorder which manifests as yellowish plaques and nodules, most commonly in the periorbital region. The exact aetiology is not known. It is commonly associated with monoclonal gammopathy. Various treatment modalities used include chemotherapy, intralesional and systemic steroids, radiotherapy and surgical excision. We report a case of necrobiotic xanthogranuloma involving the periorbital area causing cosmetic disfigurement.
ISSN:0974-2077
0974-5157
DOI:10.4103/0974-2077.94341