Cutaneous necrosis resulting from protein S deficiency and increased antiphospholipid antibody in a patient with systemic lupus erythematosus.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
A 23-year-old woman with widespread cutaneous necrosis resulting from protein S deficiency and increased antiphospholipid antibody in the setting of systemic lupus erythematosus is described. Our report illustrates the complex nature of evaluation of skin lesions in patients with active systemic lupus erythematosus.
Medical subject headings
- Antibodies, Antiphospholipid
- Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic
- Protein S Deficiency
- Skin Diseases