Type VI Aplasia Cutis Congenita: Bart’s Syndrome

Bart’s syndrome is characterized by aplasia cutis congenita and epidermolysis bullosa. We present the case of a newborn male who developed blisters on the mucous membranes and the skin following congenital localized absence of skin. Bart’s syndrome (BS) is diagnosed clinically based on the disorder’...

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Published inCase reports in dermatological medicine Vol. 2015; no. 2015; pp. 1 - 3
Main Authors Demirel, Nihal, Celik, Istemi Han, Kale, Yusuf, Bas, Ahmet Yagmur, Kulalı, Ferit, Apaydın, Sema
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Cairo, Egypt Hindawi Publishing Corporation 01.01.2015
Hindawi Limited
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Dermatology
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Summary:Bart’s syndrome is characterized by aplasia cutis congenita and epidermolysis bullosa. We present the case of a newborn male who developed blisters on the mucous membranes and the skin following congenital localized absence of skin. Bart’s syndrome (BS) is diagnosed clinically based on the disorder’s unique signs and symptoms but histologic evaluation of the skin can help to confirm the final diagnosis. The patient was managed conservatively with topical antibacterial ointment and wet gauze dressing. Periodic follow-up examinations showed complete healing. We emphasized that it is important to use relatively simple methods for optimal healing without the need for complex surgical interventions.
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Academic Editor: Akimichi Morita
ISSN:2090-6463
2090-6471
DOI:10.1155/2015/549825