Papillomatosis cutis lymphostatica and 'Ski-Jump' nails

Pediatr Dermatol. 2021 Jan;38(1):332-333. doi: 10.1111/pde.14457. Epub 2020 Nov 18.

Abstract

Papillomatosis cutis lymphostatica is an uncommon condition usually associated with lymphedema. "Ski-jump" nails are upward sloping concave nails that can be an important diagnostic sign which may be overlooked in the setting of lymphedema. A diagnosis of papillomatosis cutis lymphostatica should be suspected in patients presenting with persistent, bland papilliform plaques, supported by the additional presence of "ski-jump" nails.

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Lymphedema*
  • Nails
  • Nails, Malformed*
  • Papilloma* / diagnosis
  • Skin