Role of histopathology in predicting type 1 lepra reaction in borderline tuberculoid leprosy

• Main Authors: Dhanya Sankaran (Author), Sarita Sasidharanpillai (Author), Kidangazhiyathmana Ajithkumar (Author), Aparna Govindan (Author), Ekkila Valappil Seemi (Author), Puthen Parambath Sathi (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications, 2020-01-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Context: Lepra reactions if not managed promptly are an important cause of sudden onset nerve palsy and disability due to leprosy. Aim: To evaluate the usefulness of histology in predicting type 1 lepra reaction. Setting and Design: After obtaining clearance from institutional research and ethics co...