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Macular Amyloidosis
NK Mathur, DP Gupta, JS Mathur
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N K Mathur
Correspondence Address:
N K Mathur
| How to cite this article: Mathur N K, Gupta D P, Mathur J S. Macular Amyloidosis. Indian J Dermatol Venereol Leprol 1975;41:194-196 |
Copyright: (C)1975 Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprology
Abstract
Eight cases of macular amyloidosis are reported. They presented with hyperpigmented lesions, most commonly in the scapular region, with a characteristic rippling pattern. Histopathology showed amyloid deposits with characteristic staining, in the upper dermis. The possibility that the amyloid is produced by fibroblasts is discussed.Fulltext Views
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