2.Pyoderma Gangrenosum Arising De Novo Over an Unusual Site: A Case Report
Vasudha Abhijit Belgaumkar ; Ravindranath Brahmadeo Chavan ; Neelam Bhatt ; Kopal Agrawal
Malaysian Journal of Dermatology 2021;47(Dec 2021):91-94
Summary
Pyoderma gangrenosum (PG) of the breast is a rare rapidly progressive neutrophilic dermatosis,
which usually co-exists with severe underlying systemic conditions. A woman presented with a non-healing ulcer over her right breast with characteristic sparing of nipple-areola complex (Bork-Baykal
phenomenon). It was diagnosed as pyoderma gangrenosum on the basis of clinico-pathological
correlation and managed successfully with systemic corticosteroids and anti-inflammatory drugs
along with wound care. The diagnosis and treatment of PG is challenging particularly at unusual
sites given the paucity of robust clinical evidence and lack of consensus opinion regarding specific
management guidelines. It is imperative that PG is considered as a clinical diagnosis in any patient
with enlarging, sterile, necrotic lesions unresponsive to appropriate antibiotics. Early recognition of
PG at rare locations can prevent devastating sequelae such as over-zealous surgical debridement and
deep tissue infections associated with a chronic open wound leading to severe cosmetic morbidity.
Pyoderma Gangrenosum
3.Superficial Granulomatous Pyoderma mimicking an infectious process
Ria Carla C. Siccion ; Arnelfa C. Paliza
Journal of the Philippine Dermatological Society 2019;28(2):64-69
Introduction:
Superficial granulomatous pyoderma is a rare superficial variant of pyoderma gangrenosum. With
clinical and histological features that mimic infectious processes, misdiagnosis is common. This report aims to
present a rare, often overlooked disease, highlighting the need for timely histopathologic diagnosis to prevent
unnecessary treatment and morbidity.
Case:
Patient is a 42-year-old female with recurrent painful ulcers on her right leg. Initial histopathology was
interpreted as granulomatous dermatitis secondary to cutaneous tuberculosis and was managed with anti-Koch’s
regimen for six months. However, the ulcers worsened, which led to right leg amputation. New similar ulcers
eventually recurred over the other extremities where repeat biopsy have shown neutrophilic dermatosis with a
three-layer granuloma that is distinctive for superficial granulomatous pyoderma. Patient was treated with oral
corticosteroids which was effective in controlling the disease.
Conclusion
This report documents a rare case of superficial granulomatous pyoderma presenting as non-healing
ulcer, previously misdiagnosed and treated with unwarranted surgery and anti-microbials. The awareness of the
characteristic clinical and histopathological features is essential for diagnosis so as to provide rapid disease control
and avoid potentially aggravating management.
Pyoderma Gangrenosum
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4.Infected Pyoderma Gangrenosum in Behcet's Disease.
JiHun KIM ; Sung Hoon PARK ; Seong Kyu KIM ; Jung Yoon CHOE
The Journal of the Korean Rheumatism Association 2009;16(1):64-66
No abstract available.
Pyoderma
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Pyoderma Gangrenosum
5.A case of pyoderma gangrenosum associated with ulcerative colities.
Ki Su HAN ; Woo Sick JUNG ; Seung U SON ; Seok Ho HONG ; Sae Kyung CHANG ; Byung Chul YOO ; Sill Moo PARK
Korean Journal of Medicine 1993;45(6):808-812
No abstract available.
Pyoderma Gangrenosum*
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Pyoderma*
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Ulcer*
6.A Case of Pyoderma Gangrenosum Occurring in Behcet's Disease.
Dea Hyun BAN ; Jeong Hun PARK ; Joo Heung LEE ; Sang Wahn KOO ; Gwang Seong CHOI ; Young Keun KIM
Korean Journal of Dermatology 2000;38(8):1094-1098
Pyoderma gangrenosum occuring in Behcet's disease have been rarely reported, but there are several clinical and histological similarities between Behcet's disease and pyoderma gangrenosum. We report the case of pyoderma gangrenosum occuring in Behcet's disease and describe the similarities of these diseases.
Pyoderma Gangrenosum*
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Pyoderma*
7.Treatment of Atypical Pyoderma Gangrenosum on the Face.
Hyo Hyun SEOK ; Min Suk KANG ; Ung Sik JIN
Archives of Plastic Surgery 2013;40(4):463-465
No abstract available.
Pyoderma
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Pyoderma Gangrenosum
8.A Case of Behcet's Disease Associated with Pyoderma Gangrenosum.
Korean Journal of Dermatology 2002;40(5):577-580
A variety of cutaneous lesions have been described in Behcet's disease including erythema nodosum-like lesion, pseudofolliculitis, papulopustular eruption, subcutaneous thrombophlebitis, erythema multiforme-like lesion and pyoderma gangrenosum, etc. Pyoderma gangrenosum has rarely been reported in association with Behcet's disease. However, there is an extensive clinical and histological overlap between Behcet's disease and pyoderma gangrenosum. We report a case of Behcet's disease associated with pyoderma gangrenosuma.
Erythema
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Pyoderma Gangrenosum*
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Pyoderma*
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Thrombophlebitis
9.A Case of Pyoderma Gangrenosum with Myelodysplastic Syndrome.
Jae Won HA ; Ji Eun HAHM ; Kang Su KIM ; Sang Seok KIM ; Chul Woo KIM
Annals of Dermatology 2018;30(3):392-393
No abstract available.
Myelodysplastic Syndromes*
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Pyoderma Gangrenosum*
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Pyoderma*
10.A rare case of bullous pyoderma gangrenosum in a patient with acute myelogenous leukemia.
Veronica Marie E. RAMOS ; Charmaine Vanessa S. CHAMBERLIN ; Belen L. DOFITAS
Acta Medica Philippina 2020;54(3):336-339
A 67-year-old female with acute myelogenous leukemia, presented with a two-week history of enlarging ecchymosis-like plaques with hemorrhagic bullae on the right forearm and anterior legs, associated with fever, pain, and swelling. Tissue cultures were persistently negative. Lesions progressed despite broad-spectrum antibiotic coverage. Histopathology showed neutrophilic dermatitis, consistent with pyoderma gangrenosum. The patient was diagnosed with the bullous type. This type is rare with only two reported cases in the Philippines since 2011. Systemic glucocorticoids were given with note of dramatic improvement of the lesions.
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Pyoderma Gangrenosum