Acute cutaneous distension syndrome

Description

A common sequela of acute oedema, especially of the lower extremities. It manifests as blisters, which may be mistaken for an immunobullous disorder, (acute oedema blisters); or as superficial fissuring and inflammation of the skin (eczéma craquelé).

Index terms

Acute cutaneous distension syndrome
Acute oedema blisters
Eczema craquelé due to acute distension of the skin

Sibling codes

EE21 – Epidermal fragility

Foundation entity

Acute cutaneous distension syndrome – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/160661062

Part of: 14: Diseases of the skin