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Livedoid Vasculopathy: Review of Pathogenesis, Clinical Presentation, Diagnostic Workup, and Treatment

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We report the case of a patient with livedoid vasculopathy that had been undiagnosed and inadequately treated for more than 10 years. To improve disease recognition and management, we review the pathogenesis, typical clinical presentation, diagnostic workup, and treatment options for livedoid vasculopathy.


 

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