Harlequin ichthyosis: A case report Harlequin iktiyozis: Bir olgu sunumu

Erdeve Ş. S., Türkoǧlu Ö., Can Ö., ASTARCI H. M., Tiraş Ü.

Gulhane Medical Journal, vol.49, no.1, pp.52-54, 2007 (Scopus) identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 49 Issue: 1
  • Publication Date: 2007
  • Journal Name: Gulhane Medical Journal
  • Journal Indexes: Scopus, TR DİZİN (ULAKBİM)
  • Page Numbers: pp.52-54
  • Keywords: Harlequin ichthyosis, Keratinization disorders, Newborn
  • Lokman Hekim University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Harlequin ichthyosis represents the most severe form of nonbullous ichthyosis. It is inherited in an autosomal recessive pattern and very rare. This disease destroys the skin's barrier system and severe cutaneous infections develop in affected newborns. Malformations of ears and nose, and hypoplasia of fingers and nails are seen. It is usually lethal in the neonatal period. A case of Harlequin ichthyosis is herein reported and discussed. © Gülhane Askeri Tip Akademisi 2007.