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Scleroderma, Localized

Medical Definition: A term used to describe a variety of localized asymmetrical SKIN thickening that is similar to those of SYSTEMIC SCLERODERMA but without the disease features in the multiple internal organs and BLOOD VESSELS. Lesions may be characterized as patches or plaques (morphea), bands (linear), or nodules.
Guide Notes: do not confuse with SCLERODERMA, LIMITED
Also Called: Dermatosclerosis,Morphea
Previously Indexed: Scleroderma, Systemic (1966-1970)

Scleroderma, Localized Medical Definitions and Terms

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