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calcinosis cutis
Friday 12 March 2021
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Definition : Calcinosis cutis is a type of calcinosis wherein calcium deposits form in the skin. A variety of factors can result in this condition. The most common source is dystrophic calcification, which occurs in soft tissue as a response to injury.
In addition, calcinosis is seen in Limited Cutaneous Systemic Sclerosis, also known as CREST syndrome (the "C" in CREST) or in dermatomyositis.
See also
calcinosis cutis
tissular calcifications