Late development of Nicolau syndrome: case report

Nicolau syndrome also known as Embolia cutis medicamentosa and Livedoid dermatitis is a rare complication characterized by tissue necrosis that occurs after injection of medicines. We describe a case of late development of Nicolau syndrome following intra-articular infiltration with corticosteroid.

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Published in:Anais brasileiros de dermatología 2011-01, Vol.86 (1), p.157
Main Authors: Silva, Alyne Mendonça Marques, Ton, Angelo, Loureiro, Thaisa Faustini, Agrizzi, Brunella Lemos
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Drug Eruptions - etiology
Drug Eruptions - pathology
Drug Eruptions - surgery
Female
Foot Ulcer - chemically induced
Foot Ulcer - pathology
Glucocorticoids - adverse effects
Humans
Middle Aged
Necrosis
Skin - pathology
Syndrome
Treatment Outcome
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Summary:Nicolau syndrome also known as Embolia cutis medicamentosa and Livedoid dermatitis is a rare complication characterized by tissue necrosis that occurs after injection of medicines. We describe a case of late development of Nicolau syndrome following intra-articular infiltration with corticosteroid.
ISSN:1806-4841