Monocyte- and Macrophage-related Cutaneous Conditions Codexery

Giant cell elastophagocytosis

A cutaneous granulomatous disorder with elastophagocytosis and annular lesions.

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Giant cell elastophagocytosis, also known as annular elastolytic giant-cell granuloma, is a cutaneous condition marked by a dermal infiltrate of macrophages. It typically presents as annular patches with elevated borders, atrophy, and central hypopigmentation, primarily on sun-exposed areas.

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Alternative names
  • Annular elastolytic giant-cell granuloma
  • Meischer's granuloma
  • Miescher's granuloma of the face

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