Harlequin ichthyosis: a rare genetic dermatosis in Nigeria

oleh: Blessing Kene-Udemezue, Beatrice Ezenwa, Iretiola Fajolu, Khadijah Oleolo-Ayodeji, Kasarachi Akowundu, Terfa Asue, Emeka Nwadinigwe, Chinyere Ezeaka

Format: Article
Diterbitkan: PAMJ 2020-05-01

Deskripsi

Harlequin ichthyosis (HI) is a rare genetic skin disorder characterized by dry, thickened, scaly, fish-like skin with an autosomal recessive inheritance pattern. It is the severest form of ichthyosis and is associated with poor survival. We report a case of HI that presented to our facility and highlight the challenges associated with the management of this condition in our environment.