PORPHYRIA CUTANEATARDA: A CASE REPORT

PORPHYRIA CUTANEATARDA: A CASE REPORT

Porphyria cutaneatarda (PCT) is a rare disease of porphyrin metabolism, related to a deficiency of Uroporphyrinogen decarboxylase activity. Clinically, it manifests itself by a skin fragility in photo-exposed areas. The characteristic biochemical profile of PCT, with elevated levels of urinary and p...

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Veröffentlicht in:International journal of advanced research (Indore) 2023-03, Vol.11 (3), p.997-1000
Hauptverfasser: Bakali, E. El, Kerrouch, H., Chafi, R. El, Hanafi, T., Zemmez, Y., Frikh, R., Hjira, N.
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Sprache:eng
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Zusammenfassung:Porphyria cutaneatarda (PCT) is a rare disease of porphyrin metabolism, related to a deficiency of Uroporphyrinogen decarboxylase activity. Clinically, it manifests itself by a skin fragility in photo-exposed areas. The characteristic biochemical profile of PCT, with elevated levels of urinary and plasma porphyrins, establishes the diagnosis. Treatment is based on phlebotomy, hydroxychloroquine (100 to 200 mg twice weekly) and control of susceptibility factors. We report a case of porphyria cutaneatarda in a male coast guard by profession.
ISSN:2320-5407
2320-5407
DOI:10.21474/IJAR01/16524