Catalog

Semicircular lipoatrophy

No MMS code

Link to WHO Definition

Semicircular lipoatrophy – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/528253911

Semicircular lipoatrophy is characterised by localised, often bilateral, symmetrical transverse semicircular depressions across the anterolateral aspects of the thighs due to atrophy of the underlying subcutaneous fat. It is seen more commonly in women and is thought to be due to repetitive microtrauma caused by leaning against furniture (desks, tables etc.).