Folgoration as an Example of Pathergy in a Patient Affected by Pyoderma Gangrenosum and Takayasu's Arteritis
Pyoderma gangrenosum (PG) is a neutrophilic dermatosis of unknown aetiology. Clinical manifestations of PG are characterized by destructive, necrotizing, and noninfective ulceration of the skin. 20-30% of cases are initiated and aggravated by minor trauma or surgery, a phenomenon named pathergy. PG...
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Main Authors: | A. G. Richetta (Author), S. D'Epiro (Author), C. Mattozzi (Author), S. Giancristoforo (Author), S. Calvieri (Author) |
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2009-01-01T00:00:00Z.
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