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Barraquer-Simons syndrome in systemic lupus erythematosus: A case report.

Suman AcharyaSuraj KandelSuraj ShresthaSansar Babu TiwariSubash SapkotaAnjan BhattaraiSaket Jha
Published in: Clinical case reports (2021)
Barraquer-Simons syndrome is a rare entity characterized by progressive loss of subcutaneous tissue in the face and/or upper half of the body and can be associated with autoimmune conditions such as systemic lupus erythematosus. Close long-term follow-up is required to identify metabolic disturbances, potentially life-threatening renal problems, and other associated diseases.
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