Localized dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa
Localized dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa
Definition
A localized form of dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa characterized by blisters confined primarily to the hands and feet (acral form) or to the pretibial region (pretibial form). Nail dystrophy or loss is common and may be an isolated finding (nail only form). This disease can be inherited via autosomal dominant or autosomal recessive inheritance.
Also known as localised DEB, localized DEB — per MONDO