Cutis Verticis Gyrata in a Newborn with Turner syndrome
Journal Title: Scholars Academic Journal of Biosciences - Year 2016, Vol 4, Issue 6
Abstract
Abstract:Cutis verticis gyrata (CVG) is hypertrophy and folding of the skin of the scalp presenting as gyrate or cerebriform pattern. It may be primary (essential or non-essential) or secondary to a number of diseases. Chromosomal anomalies also may be seen. Treatment is symptomatic. Sometimes, surgical repair needed. We here present a case of cutis verticis gyrata in a newborn with Turner syndrome. Keywords:Cutis Verticis Gyrata, scalp dermatoses, Turner syndrome
Authors and Affiliations
Dr. Pradipprava paria, Dr Khurram Hayat, Dr Shibani Paul, Dr Balai Chandra Karmakar
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