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Tuberculosis Cutis Verrucosa

definition

Indolent, warty, plaque-like skin lesions arising by inoculation of tubercle bacilli in an individual previously infected with M. tuberculosis. Lesions occur on those areas exposed to trauma and infected sputum or other tuberculous material. The hands, knees, ankles and buttocks are most commonly involved.

synonyms

Tuberculosis Cutis Verrucosa , Dissection Tubercle, Warty Tuberculosis