Korean J Dermatol.  2001 Nov;39(11):1325-1327.

A Case of Semicircular Lipoatrophy

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  • 1Department of Dermatology, Asan Medical Center, College of Medicine, University of Ulsan, Seoul, Korea. derm@www.amc.seoul.kr

Abstract

A 39-year-old woman presented with one-month-history of symmetrical linear depressions on the anterolateral aspects of both upper thighs. The patient was aware of her leaning against the table to apply make-up. Histological examination showed atrophy of the upper part of the subcutaneous fat. We herein report the clinical course and etiologic features of semicircular lipoatrophy.

Keyword

Semicircular lipoatrophy

MeSH Terms

Adult
Atrophy
Depression
Female
Humans
Subcutaneous Fat
Thigh
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