Epidermolysis bullosa. A case report.
Epidermolysis bullosa is a group of rare genetic-related skin disorders. It is characterized by bullae and vesicles on the skin and mucosa, that result from friction, trauma, or heat. This article reports a case of Epidermolysis bullosa. With proper diagnosis, the dentist can treat a patient with this type of disorder without causing bullae as a result of treatment.
Hochberg
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Dental Department, Interfaith Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY 11238.
Vazquez-Santiago
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D003730:Dental Care for Persons with Disabilities; D016110:Epidermolysis Bullosa Simplex / Q000473:pathology / Q000628:therapy; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D009059:Mouth Diseases / Q000473:pathology