Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis: Letterer - Siwe Disease Interest of Dermatological Signs for Diagnosis

Abstract

Langerhans cell histiocytosis is defined as a clonal proliferation of Langerhans phenotypic-like cells. Letterer-Siwe disease is the most common and serious of these entities, affecting mainly infants up to two years of age. We present a case of this rare disease, diagnosed after dermatological examination, highlighting its typical aspects.

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Hakima Elmahi

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  • EP ID EP324066
  • DOI 10.19070/2332-2977-1700030
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Hakima Elmahi (2017). Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis: Letterer - Siwe Disease Interest of Dermatological Signs for Diagnosis. International Journal of Clinical Dermatology & Research (IJCDR), 5(4), 114-115. https://europub.co.uk./articles/-A-324066