What is Lipodermatosclerosis is most commonly seen on: and explain in detail?
Lipodermatosis is mostly seen over the medial aspect of the leg above the medial malleolus. Lipodermatosclerosis: It is also known as sclerosing panniculitis. It is characterized by tender, subcutaneous nodules accompanied by hyperpigmentation, telangiectasias, touous veins, edema and woody infiltration. It usually affects women older than 40 years of age. Histopathology shows inflammation of the panniculitis in addition to dermal sclerosis. Treatment consist of application of suppo stockings with a 30 -40 mmHg gradient. Ref: Primer on the Rheumatic Diseases edited by John H. Klippel, 13th edn, page 496