Ichthyosis, Lamellar

Overview

A chronic, congenital ichthyosis inherited as an autosomal recessive trait. Infants are usually born encased in a collodion membrane which sheds within a few weeks. Scaling is generalized and marked with grayish-brown quadrilateral scales, adherent at their centers and free at the edges. In some cases, scales are so thick that they resemble armored plate.

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Quick facts about Ichthyosis, Lamellar

Topic type

Condition

Category

Dermatology

MeSH classification

C16.131.831.512.400.410|C16.320.850.400.410|C16.614.492.400.410|C17.800.428.333.250.410|C17.800.804.512.400.410|C17.800.827.400.410

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