It is presented a case of borderline lepromatous leprosy with 4 years of evolution and cutaneous lesions of difficult diagnosis in the National Health System. The histopathological evaluation, which was essential for the diagnosis, showed disorganized granulomatous structures and multiple alcohol - acid resistant bacilli. Cases like the one described here are responsible for the contamination of cohabitants and the appearance of new cases of leprosy. ©2010 by Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia.
CITATION STYLE
Matsuo, C., Talhari, C., Nogueira, L., Rabelo, R. F., Dos Santos, M. N., & Talhari, S. (2010). Hanseníase borderline virchowiana. Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia, 85(6), 921–922. https://doi.org/10.1590/S0365-05962010000600026
Mendeley helps you to discover research relevant for your work.