A Case of Aplasia Cutis Congenita, Type VII

• Published in: Annals of dermatology Vol. 20; no. 2; pp. 70 - 73
• Main Authors: Lee, Joung Sun, Yun, Sook Jung, Lee, Jee Bum, Kim, Seong Jin, Won, Young Ho, Lee, Seung Chul
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Korea (South) Korean Dermatological Association; The Korean Society for Investigative Dermatology 01.06.2008; 대한피부과학회
• Subjects: Case Report; 피부과학; Unilateral; Aplasia cutis congenita; Leg
• ISSN: 1013-9087; 2005-3894
• DOI: 10.5021/ad.2008.20.2.70

Aplasia cutis congenita (ACC) is a rare congenital defect in which localized or widespread areas of the skin are absent at birth. In the majority of cases, it is limited to the scalp especially on the vertex although other areas of the body may also be involved. Other congenital malformations can be associated with ACC. We present herein the case of a new born male with unilateral absence of skin on the extensor surface of the right lower leg. There was no associated malformation or skin disease such as blistering or nail abnormailty. According to the classification outlined by Frieden, the condition was diagnosed as type VII aplasia cutis congenita. The treatment of this large ulcer was conservative, wet dressing and prophylactic topical antibiotics. On follow up after 2 years showed that the patient was nearly cured of the ulcer and had only minimal scar formation.