A Rare Case in Rheumatology Clinical Practice: Pachydermodactyly
Journal Title: Istanbul Medical Journal - Year 2019, Vol 20, Issue 4
Abstract
Pachydermodactyly (PDD) is a benign, acquired digital fibromatosis characterized by asymptomatic and progressive swelling of periarticular soft tissue, and is usually seen in young men. The etiology of PDD is not fully understood, but is thought to be due to the result of recurrent mechanical stimulation. PDD is usually diagnosed by clinical evaluation. There are thick collagen bundles and collection of dermal mucin in the histopathology. Treatment is not indicated due to benign prognosis. Rheumatologic diseases, particularly rheumatoid arthritis, affecting the joints of the hands should be considered in the differential diagnosis due to the similarity of the joint involvement.
Authors and Affiliations
Ayşe Ünal Enginar, Ali Nail Demir, İlhan Sezer, Can Çevikol
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