Pigmented purpuric dermatosis and hepatitis profile: a report on 10 patients.

Background: Pigmented purpuric dermatosis comprises a group of vascular disorders of unknown etiology. Histologically, it is characterized by lymphocytic capillaritis in the papillary dermis. Although leukocytoclastic vasculitis confined to the skin is frequently reported with hepatitis C, lymphocytic vasculitis is rarely reported.

Pediatric injuries in an Arabian Gulf country.

Objective: To determine the common types of injuries among children (0-14 years) in Al-Ain, United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Design: A retrospective descriptive hospital based study.

Setting: Al-Ain Medical District, Al-Ain Teaching Hospital, UAE.