Epidermolysis Bullosa, Junctional

Overview

Form of epidermolysis bullosa having onset at birth or during the neonatal period and transmitted through autosomal recessive inheritance. It is characterized by generalized blister formation, extensive denudation, and separation and cleavage of the basal cell plasma membranes from the basement membrane.

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Quick facts about Epidermolysis Bullosa, Junctional

Topic type

Condition

Category

Dermatology

MeSH classification

C16.131.831.493.170|C16.320.850.275.170|C17.800.804.493.170|C17.800.827.275.170|C17.800.865.410.170

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