Crohn's disease and its mucocutaneous involvement.

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Crohn's disease (CD) is a chronic inflammatory disorder primarily affecting the lower gastrointestinal tract but potentially involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, and eyes. The origin remains unknown, although diverse etiologic agents have been proposed. Characteristic pathologic appearances include the formation of "skip" lesions (discrete regions of inflamed bowel separated by uninvolved mucosae),...

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