Primary localized cutaneous nodular amyloidosis of the thighs

Cutis. 2015 Jun;95(6):E24-7.

Abstract

Primary localized cutaneous nodular amyloidosis (PLCNA) is a rare form of cutaneous amyloidosis. We report the case of a 65-year-old woman with multiple asymptomatic discrete nodules and atrophic plaques on the thighs of 4 years' duration that had increased in number and size. Results of extensive clinical, histologic, and laboratory evaluation showed no evidence of systemic amyloidosis or myeloma. A diagnosis of PLCNA was made. The patient refused treatment due to the asymptomatic nature of the lesions, and follow-up examination 2.5 years later showed minimal progression of the disease.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Amyloidosis, Familial / diagnosis*
  • Amyloidosis, Familial / pathology
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Skin Diseases, Genetic / diagnosis*
  • Skin Diseases, Genetic / pathology
  • Thigh*

Supplementary concepts

  • Amyloidosis, Primary Cutaneous