Papillon-Lefevre Disease

Overview

Rare, autosomal recessive disorder occurring between the first and fifth years of life. It is characterized by palmoplantar keratoderma with periodontitis followed by the premature shedding of both deciduous and permanent teeth. Mutations in the gene for CATHEPSIN C have been associated with this disease.

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Quick facts about Papillon-Lefevre Disease

Topic type

Condition

Category

Dermatology

MeSH classification

C16.320.850.475.600|C17.800.428.435.600|C17.800.827.475.600

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