An atypical case of Henoch-Shonlein purpura in a young patient: treatment of the skin lesions with hyaluronic acid-based dressings

In Vivo. 2013 Jan-Feb;27(1):147-51.

Abstract

Henoch-Shönlein purpura (HSP) is an acute, self-limited, systemic, small vessel vasculitis, that induces skin lesions, arthritis and abdominal pain. Palpable purpura is the most common manifestation in pediatric patients with HSP. We present an atypical case of HSP in a young patient and report successful treatment of the atypical skin lesions, while avoiding surgery.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adjuvants, Immunologic / therapeutic use
  • Bandages*
  • Child
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Humans
  • Hyaluronic Acid / therapeutic use*
  • IgA Vasculitis / complications
  • IgA Vasculitis / diagnosis*
  • Male
  • Skin Diseases / etiology
  • Skin Diseases / therapy*
  • Treatment Outcome

Substances

  • Adjuvants, Immunologic
  • Hyaluronic Acid