Abstract
Background: Though rarely reported, mucin deposition may be observed in scleroderma. Objective: To verify the frequency of significant amounts of mucin in the biopsy specimens. Methods: Biopsies from 20 patients with scleroderma were reviewed and stained to verify the presence of mucin. Results: Mucin deposits were found in all of the 20 specimens. Conclusion: Mucin deposition is probably a constant feature in both morphea and systemic scleroderma. Its relevance in differential diagnosis between scleredema and scleroderma is debatable.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 157-158 |
Number of pages | 2 |
Journal | Dermatology |
Volume | 189 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1994 |
Keywords
- Mucin
- Scleredema
- Scleroderma
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Dermatology