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Epidermodysplasia verruciformis.
Current problems in dermatology - 1 Jan 2014
Burger B, Itin P H
Abstract excerpt
Epidermodysplasia verruciformis (EV) is a rare genodermatosis that predisposes certain individuals to developing cutaneous malignancies caused by infectious agents. Mutations in the transmembrane channel gene TMC6 or TMC8 create patient susceptibility to infections by human papillomavirus (HPV) and the development of EV-typical plane warts. Mainly in the UV-exposed regions, affected individuals have a lifelong...
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