Amyloidosis cutis dyschromia: a case report
Keywords:
Amyloidosis cutis dyschromia, hyperpigmentation, hypopigmented macules, amyloid depositsAbstract
Amyloidosis cutis dyschromia is a very rare variant of primary cutaneous amyloidosis clinically characterized by hyper- and hypopigmented/depigmented macules in generalized distribution. Diagnosis is based on histopathological demonstration of amyloid deposits in papillary dermis and its confirmation by Congo red staining. We hereby report a case of amyloidosis cutis dyschromia.References
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