Publications by authors named "Murphy Mastin"
Pediatr Dermatol
August 2024
Article Synopsis
- A pediatric patient with ichthyosis vulgaris and global anhidrosis was diagnosed with erythema ab igne (EAI) after developing brown patches on his skin due to chronic heat exposure.
- Extensive tests were done to exclude other possible causes, such as autoimmune or genetic conditions, but they yielded no clear results.
- The case highlights the importance of thorough history taking in diagnosing rare conditions like EAI in children.
Am J Dermatopathol
December 2021
Article Synopsis
- Enteric duplication cysts (EDCs) are uncommon congenital malformations characterized by cystic or tubular structures that contain gastrointestinal-type epithelium, typically sharing a muscular wall and blood supply with nearby bowels.
- Most EDCs are found in the abdomen, with rare cases occurring in the thoracic region; however, this case reports the first primary cutaneous EDC outside these cavities.
- A 17-year-old male had a cyst on his hip excised, revealing a complex epithelial structure and thick muscular wall, indicating a primary cutaneous EDC with an uncertain cause, highlighting a potential diagnostic challenge.
