Acrokeratoelastoidosis Of Costa

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Acrokeratoelastoidosis of Costa is a familial condition characterized by multiple keratotic papules on the dorsum of the hands and feet, palms, soles, in which electron microscopy shows rarified, abnormal elastic tissue.:993:214

It was characterized in 1953.

Treatments such as liquid nitrogen, salicylic acid, tretinoin, and prednisone have been tried, though with limited success.

See also

  • Skin lesion
  • List of cutaneous conditions