Localised Epidermolysis Bullosa Simplex in Mono-Zygotic Twins

Epidermolysis bullosa simplex is a rare blistering disorder without any curable treatments, mainly inherited in an Autosomal Dominant fashion. It is even rarer in twins. It is characterised by cutaneous fragility and blister formation after minimal trauma. It typically presents with localised, mild, acral blistering and normal life expectancy. Its localised presentation, confined to the palms and soles and association with punctuate callosities, may lead to misdiagnosis of Palmoplantar warts. We report two cases of localised EBS occurring in mono-zygotic twins with no family history.

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Indian Journal of Postgraduate Dermatology
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2025-05-20
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https://doi.org/10.25259/ijpgd_232_2024
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Skin and Cellular Biology Research
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Localised Epidermolysis Bullosa Simplex in Mono-Zygotic Twins

Vinay Kodlipet Nirvanappa, Ravi Nayak
Indian Journal of Postgraduate Dermatology
Skin and Cellular Biology Research
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Localised Epidermolysis Bullosa Simplex in Mono-Zygotic Twins

Vinay Kodlipet Nirvanappa, Ravi Nayak
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Abstract

Epidermolysis bullosa simplex is a rare blistering disorder without any curable treatments, mainly inherited in an Autosomal Dominant fashion. It is even rarer in twins. It is characterised by cutaneous fragility and blister formation after minimal trauma. It typically presents with localised, mild, acral blistering and normal life expectancy. Its localised presentation, confined to the palms and soles and association with punctuate callosities, may lead to misdiagnosis of Palmoplantar warts. We report two cases of localised EBS occurring in mono-zygotic twins with no family history.

Indian Journal of Postgraduate DermatologyVol. 4
Institute of Medical Sciences (IN)
Openalex Percentile: Top 88%
Skin and Cellular Biology Research
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