Synonym(s)
deep morphea; deep scleroderma; morphea profunda
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Deep form of circumscribed scleroderma localized in the connective tissue of the fascia. Probably variant of eosinophilic fasciitis.
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Especially the tendon sheaths of the forearm flexor side are affected.
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TherapyThis section has been translated automatically.
S.u. Circumscript Scleroderma.
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Dermatogenic fixation of the joints. Carpal tunnel syndrome can also occur.
LiteratureThis section has been translated automatically.
- Budamakuntla L et al (2012) Extensive morphea profunda with autoantibodies and benign tumors: A rare case report. Indian Dermatol Online J 3:208-210
- Schanz S et al (2013) Response evaluation of musculoskeletal involvement in patients with deep morphea treated with methotrexate and prednisolone: a combined MRI and clinical approach. AJR Am J Roentgenol 200:W376-382
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