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Case Report
Collodion baby
SM Dhaded, PV Havaldar, BM Siddibhavi, VD Patil, M
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Correspondence Address:
S M Dhaded
Correspondence Address:
S M Dhaded
| How to cite this article: Dhaded S M, Havaldar P V, Siddibhavi B M, Patil V D, M. Collodion baby. Indian J Dermatol Venereol Leprol 1992;58:393-394 |
Copyright: (C)1992 Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprology
Abstract
Collodion baby is a rare congenital disorder characterized by parchment like taught membrane covering the whole body. Other findings in our case include ectropion, eversion of lips, and flattening of nose and ears. Skin biopsy showed features consistant with the diagnosis of collodion baby. The child was treated with supportive measures like antibiotics, intravenous fluids, humidification, and application of emollients.
Keywords: Collodion baby. Ectropion, Eclabium
