Catalog

Erythema elevatum diutinum

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Link to WHO Definition

Erythema elevatum diutinum – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/754210950

Erythema elevatum diutinum is a distinctive form of chronic cutaneous vasculitis, belonging to the group of the neutrophilic dermatoses. The disease manifests as chronic, red to purple papules, located mainly on the dorsal aspect of the main joints (knees, elbows, hands and feet). Acute lesions may appear bullous, necrotic or haemorrhagic. Older lesions are yellowish or brown.