Perifollicular protrusions--mid-dermal elastolysis

J Dtsch Dermatol Ges. 2009 Jan;7(1):68-9. doi: 10.1111/j.1610-0387.2008.06959.x. Epub 2008 Nov 18.

Abstract

Mid-dermal elastolysis is a rare peculiar entity clinically characterized by fine wrinkles and perifollicular protrusions that give the skin an aged or peau d'orange appearance. The histopathologic correlate is a bandlike loss of elastic tissue within the mid-dermis.We present a typical case with prominent perifollicular protrusions.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Connective Tissue Diseases / diagnosis*
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Elastic Tissue / pathology*
  • Hair Follicle / pathology*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Skin Aging
  • Skin Diseases / diagnosis*