Palmoplantar keratoderma (PPK): acquired and genetic causes of a not so rare disease.

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Palmoplantar keratodermas (PPK) comprise a heterogeneous group of keratinization disorders with hyperkeratotic thickening of palms and soles. Sporadic or acquired forms of PPKs and genetic or hereditary forms exist. Differentiation between acquired and hereditary forms is essential for adequate treatment and patient counseling. Acquired forms of PPK have many causes. A plethora of mutations in many genes can...

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