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   What is Calcinosis universalis?

   • Calcinosis universalis is a condition characterized by long bands or sheets of symmetrical calcifications in skin, subcutaneous tissues, muscles and tendons 5 . It is considered a diffuse form of calcinosis cutis. It usually presents <20 years of age, and is more common in women.

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   Can calcinosis cutis be ruled out?

   • If you have lesions on your skin or around your joints, talk to your doctor to rule out calcinosis cutis. Calcinosis cutis is when calcium collects in your skin, muscles, tendons, and connective tissue. Learn about the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for this condition today.

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   What is calcinosis cutis?

   • It is considered a diffuse form of calcinosis cutis. It usually presents <20 years of age, and is more common in women. ~1/3 of cases are associated with scleroderma , dermatomyositis, polymyositis, and systemic lupus erythematosus.

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   How many types of calcinosis cutis are there?

   • There are five types of calcinosis cutis, including: Dystrophic. This is the most common cause of calcinosis cutis. People who have this type have normal phosphorus and calcium levels, but have an underlying disease or injury that damages the skin. The dying cells release proteins that bind phosphate and cause calcium deposits.

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   Nov 19, 2020 · Calcinosis universalis is a condition characterized by long bands or sheets of symmetrical calcifications in skin, subcutaneous tissues, muscles and tendons 5 . It is considered a diffuse form of calcinosis cutis. Clinical presentation. It usually presents <20 years of age, and is more common in women.

3. www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov › books › NBK448127Calcinosis Cutis - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf

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   Sep 7, 2020 · Calcinosis universalis occurs when there is diffuse involvement of subcutaneous and fibrous structures of muscles and tendons. This activity reviews the evaluation and management of calcinosis cutis and highlights the role of the interprofessional team in improving care for affected patients.

   • Author: Cuong Le, Paul M. Bedocs

   • Published: 2023/07/10

4. www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov › pmc › articlesSoft tissue calcifications: a pictorial essay - PMC

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   Jul 31, 2019 · In calcinosis universalis, there are bands or sheet-like calcifications in subcutaneous, muscle, and fascial tissues with a diffuse, symmetrical distribution. It is usually seen in connective tissue diseases, primarily dermatomyositis and polymyositis ( 4 ) , as shown in Figure 17 .

   • Author: Luisa Leitão de Faria, Fernanda Babler, Lorena Carneiro Ferreira, Ozeas Alves de Noronha Junior, Fel...
   • DOI: 10.1590/0100-3984.2019.0100

   • Publish Year: 2020
   • Publication: Radiol Bras. 2020 Sep-Oct; 53(5): 337-344.

5. emedicine.medscape.com › article › 1103137Calcinosis Cutis: Background, Pathophysiology, Etiology

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   Calcinosis cutis is a term used to describe a group of disorders in which calcium deposits form in the skin. Virchow initially described calcinosis cutis in 1855. Calcinosis...

6. www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov › pmc › articlesCalcinosis Universalis in Systemic Sclerosis - PMC

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   Feb 19, 2021 · Calcinosis universalis is a rare complication that has been described in patients with myositis, psoriasis, uremia, and systemic sclerosis. It is characterized by deposits of calcium phosphate crystals (hydroxyapatite) that can accumulate in the deep dermis, subcutaneous tissue, fascia, and muscles.

   • DOI: 10.3238/arztebl.m2021.0068
   • Published: 2021/02

   • Publication: Dtsch Arztebl Int. 2021 Feb; 118(7): 115.

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   Jun 29, 2021 · Calcinosis universalis is rare in adult-onset dermatomyositis and further complication with subcutaneous infection and abscess formation can occur. Adult-onset dermatomyositis is frequently associated with malignancy and such patients should have work up to exclude this.

8. pubs.rsna.org › doi › 10Calcinosis Universalis | Radiology - RSNA Publications Online

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   Calcinosis universalis is a rare and interesting condition of unknown etiology characterized by deposits of calcium in the skin and subcutaneous tissues. The diagnosis is easily made roentgenographically.