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Porphyria cutanea tarda associated with Cys282Tyr mutation in HFE gene in hereditary hemochromatosis: a case report and review of the literature.

Abstract
Porphyria cutanea tarda (PCT) typically presents with complaints of fragile skin, dorsal hand vesicles, erosions, and scars, and increased levels of uroporphyrins. A case of PCT caused by iron overload associated with hereditary hemochromatosis (HH) is reported. The laboratory workup revealed the patient was homozygous for the Cys282Tyr mutation in the HFE (hemochromatosis) gene. The associated diagnosis of HH was critical because without early treatment, damage to vital organs and premature death could occur. This report highlights the important association of PCT with HH and reviews the role of key genetic and hormonal factors in iron regulation.
AuthorsLorraine C Young
JournalCutis (Cutis) Vol. 80 Issue 5 Pg. 415-8 (Nov 2007) ISSN: 0011-4162 [Print] United States
PMID18189029 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article, Review)
Chemical References
  • HFE protein, human
  • Hemochromatosis Protein
  • Histocompatibility Antigens Class I
  • Membrane Proteins
  • Iron
Topics
  • Adult
  • Female
  • Hemochromatosis (complications, diagnosis, genetics)
  • Hemochromatosis Protein
  • Histocompatibility Antigens Class I (genetics)
  • Humans
  • Iron (metabolism)
  • Membrane Proteins (genetics)
  • Mutation
  • Porphyria Cutanea Tarda (complications, diagnosis, genetics)

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