[Atypical skin lesions of the lower limbs in patients with chronic venous insufficiency: a case of granulomatous fungoid mycosis]

J Mal Vasc. 2012 Feb;37(1):15-8. doi: 10.1016/j.jmv.2011.10.007. Epub 2011 Dec 29.
[Article in French]

Abstract

In vascular medicine, venous insufficiency, ocre dermatitis, stasis dermatitis, or lipodermatosclerosis (level C4 in CEAP) may lead to skin lesions involving the lower limbs. Generally, symptoms resolve with etiologic treatment using medical compression, varicosis treatment, or dermocorticoids. However, some skin lesions progress, suggesting another diagnosis, including a specific dermatosis. The diagnosis is based on clinical, biological, radiological and histological criteria. Referral to a dermatologist may be necessary to determine the appropriate etiological treatment.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Ankle
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Knee
  • Mycosis Fungoides / complications
  • Mycosis Fungoides / diagnosis*
  • Mycosis Fungoides / pathology
  • Venous Insufficiency / complications*