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Tuberous sclerosis complex with skin lesions as the initial presentation: A case report and multidisciplinary discussion.

Authors :
Deng S
Shi W
Cai Y
Tang Y
Liu W
Yin P
Chen C
Meng L
Dong H
Huang J
Liu Y
Source :
Zhong nan da xue xue bao. Yi xue ban = Journal of Central South University. Medical sciences [Zhong Nan Da Xue Xue Bao Yi Xue Ban] 2022 Jul 28; Vol. 47 (7), pp. 973-980.
Publication Year :
2022

Abstract

We reported a case of tuberous sclerosis complex with facial angiofibroma as the initial presentation and conducted a multidisciplinary discussion. The patient, a young female, was admitted to the Department of Dermatology for cosmetic purpose. After the examination, she was found to have multiple system involvement, including a large renal angiomyolipoma pressing on the liver. She never had any subjective symptom. After consultation by the multidisciplinary team of tuberous sclerosis complex, the patient was treated with everolimus orally and followed up regularly. It is suggested that dermatologists should pay attention to the systemic involvement of patients with tuberous sclerosis complex. Early intervention can prolong the life of patients and improve their life quality. Multidisciplinary collaboration for lifelong disease management is the key to enhance the diagnosis and treatment for tuberous sclerosis complex and enhance the prognosis of patients.

Details

Language :
English; Chinese
ISSN :
1672-7347
Volume :
47
Issue :
7
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Zhong nan da xue xue bao. Yi xue ban = Journal of Central South University. Medical sciences
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
36039596
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.11817/j.issn.1672-7347.2022.210452