Aplasia Cutis Congenita on the Scalp

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ectodermal dysplasia, fetal diseases, Graves' disease, methimazole, pregnancy

Abstract

Aplasia cutis congenita is a rare condition characterized by localized absent skin at birth, often affecting the scalp. The exact pathogenesis is unclear, but it is likely related to disrupted prenatal skin development. Potential etiologies include genetic factors, trauma, intrauterine infections, teratogens, incomplete neural tube closure, and vascular compromise. We present a case of aplasia cutis congenita on the scalp potentially associated with maternal methimazole use.

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Supasuta Wongdama, Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand

Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand

Chutintorn Sriphrapradang, Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University

Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand

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2025-01-28

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Wongdama, S., & Sriphrapradang, C. (2025). Aplasia Cutis Congenita on the Scalp. Journal of the ASEAN Federation of Endocrine Societies. Retrieved from https://asean-endocrinejournal.org/index.php/JAFES/article/view/4569

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