Dermatological Characteristics of Kindler Syndrome in Minors.
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Keywords

Kindler syndrome
clinical course
dermatology
children

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Beltrán Vera, A. D., Intriago Pérez, S. A., Villacís Valencia, A. N., Montalvo Izurieta, C. D., & Lainez Quinde, K. R. (2025). Dermatological Characteristics of Kindler Syndrome in Minors. Brazilian Journal of Implantology and Health Sciences, 7(5), 359–371. https://doi.org/10.36557/2674-8169.2025v7n5p359-371

Abstract

Introduction:Kindler Syndrome (KS) is a rare autosomal recessive genodermatosis, considered an uncommon subtype of epidermolysis bullosa, characterized by skin fragility, photosensitivity, trauma-induced blisters, and progressive poikiloderma. Objective: To identify the dermatological characteristics of KS in minors. Methodology: A qualitative methodology based on the PRISMA model was employed, with a comprehensive search conducted in databases such as PubMed and Scopus, considering articles between 2020 and 2024. Results: Fourteen cases in minors were analyzed, with symptoms ranging from birth to adolescence, showcasing dermatological manifestations such as skin fragility, poikiloderma, keratotic papules, pseudosyndactyly, as well as recurrent oral problems like angular cheilitis and erosive stomatitis. Manifestations from other systems included chronic diarrhea, constipation, urethral stenosis, vesico-ureteral complications, ocular defects like corneal erosions and amblyopia, and dental complications such as gingival hyperplasia and dental caries. Hematologically, anemia was observed in some cases. Conclusion: KS presents a complex set of dermatological and systemic symptoms from childhood. Early identification through a multidisciplinary approach can help manage complications and improve long-term prognosis.

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