Korean J Dermatol.  1983 Aug;21(4):421-427.

Four Cases of Porphyria Cutanea Tarda

Abstract

Porphyria cutanea tarda(PCT) is a photocutaneous disorder due to excessive porphyrins in the skin. We experienced 4 male patients who showed typical clinical manifestations. Histologic findings revealed subepidermal bullae with festooned derrnal papi11ae, and typical porphyrin excretion pattern of PCT was detected. One case had on 500mg daily of chloroquine with r.linical and biochemical improvement 4 months later without any adverse effects. Other 2 cases had on 125mg of chloroquine twice a week and the other one had perforrned phlebotomy.


MeSH Terms

Chloroquine
Humans
Male
Phlebotomy
Porphyria Cutanea Tarda*
Porphyrias*
Porphyrins
Skin
Chloroquine
Porphyrins
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