Langerhans cell histiocytosis mimicking molluscum contagiosum: A case series
- 12 March 2018
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Wiley in Pediatric Blood & Cancer
- Vol. 65 (7), e27047
- https://doi.org/10.1002/pbc.27047
Abstract
Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH) is a disorder characterized by accumulation of Langerhans-like cells in one or various organs. A correct staging work-up is essential since there are multiorgan presentations with a poor prognosis. We report three patients with LCH skin lesions mimicking molluscum contagiosum in association with both high and low risk organ involvement. This peculiar cutaneous presentation can be a clue for the diagnosis of LCH, a disease with potentially severe systemic involvement.This publication has 19 references indexed in Scilit:
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