[Caustic diaper dermatitis and encephalitis secondary to the application of talcum contaminated with hexachlorophene].

Five observations of infants with transcutaneous intoxication by 6,3 p. 100 hexachlorophene contaminated talcum powder are reported. The diaper dermatitis is particular because of its topography (red pants shape), of its sudden occurring, of its papyraceous aspect evoking caustic origin, and of its association with severe encephalopathy.

[Systemic scleroderma in children. Apropos of 5 cases. A review of the literature].

Systemic scleroderma is a rare disease in childhood. 62 cases are analyzed. Cutaneous manifestations are identical to those seen in adults.