| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2975400 | Journal des Maladies Vasculaires | 2010 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
Digital necrosis is a common symptom, revealing a vascular pathology. Its causes are diverse. In women, it first suggests a connective tissue disease whereas in men, a diffuse arteriopathy. The etiological diagnosis strategy should consider drug intake, anamnesis and Raynaud's phenomenon history. However, in all cases the etiology investigations should not delay the treatment in order to preserve functional prognosis.
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Authors
M. Abdallah, S. Hamzaoui, T. Larbi, K. Bouslama, A. Harmel, M. Ennafaa, Z. Bahloul, L. Rokbani, S. Othmani, M. Ben Dridi, S. M'rad,