Eosinophilic Fasciitis in a Patient with Hepatitis C Virus Infection: Coincidence or Association?
Journal Title: Rheumatica Acta: Open Access - Year 2017, Vol 1, Issue 1
Abstract
Eosinophilic fasciitis is a rare connective tissue disease characterized by symmetrical and painful swelling with a progressive induration and thickening of the skin and soft tissues. Its etiology is unknown, but possible causes or associated conditions include drugs, physical exercises, autoimmune diseases, neoplasia and infections. Herein, we report, at the first time in the literature, the eosinophilic fasciitis in a patient with hepatitis C virus infection.
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Shinjo Samuel Katsuyuki, Carlos de Souza Fernando Henrique
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