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Cole C, Vinay K, Borradori L, Amber KT. Insights Into the Pathogenesis of Bullous Pemphigoid: The Role of Complement-Independent Mechanisms. Front Immunol 2022; 13:912876. [PMID: 35874745 PMCID: PMC9300999 DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2022.912876] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2022] [Accepted: 06/09/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Bullous pemphigoid is an autoimmune blistering disease caused by autoantibodies targeting BP180 and BP230. While deposits of IgG and/or complement along the epidermal basement membrane are typically seen suggesting complement -mediated pathogenesis, several recent lines of evidence point towards complement-independent pathways contributing to tissue damage and subepidermal blister formation. Notable pathways include macropinocytosis of IgG-BP180 complexes resulting in depletion of cellular BP180, direct induction of pro-inflammatory cytokines from keratinocytes, as well as IgE autoantibody- and eosinophil-mediated effects. We review these mechanisms which open new perspectives on novel targeted treatment modalities.
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Boch K, Hammers CM, Goletz S, Kamaguchi M, Ludwig RJ, Schneider SW, Zillikens D, Hadaschik E, Schmidt E. Immunoglobulin M pemphigoid. J Am Acad Dermatol 2021; 85:1486-1492. [PMID: 33453342 DOI: 10.1016/j.jaad.2021.01.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/23/2020] [Revised: 12/14/2020] [Accepted: 01/01/2021] [Indexed: 01/20/2023]
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BACKGROUND Pemphigoid diseases are a heterogeneous group of autoimmune blistering disorders characterized by predominant deposition of immunoglobulin G or immunoglobulin A autoantibodies against structural proteins of the dermoepidermal junction (DEJ). Sole linear immunoglobulin M (IgM) deposits at the DEJ in pemphigoid diseases have been observed; however, IgM-specific target antigens have not been identified. OBJECTIVE Characterization of patients with IgM pemphigoid. METHODS Skin biopsy specimens and sera from IgM-positive patients were assessed using histopathology, direct and indirect immunofluorescence microscopy, enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays, immunoblotting, cryosection assay, complement fixation test, and internalization assays. RESULTS Tissue-bound linear IgM deposits along the DEJ and circulating IgM autoantibodies against type XVII collagen (Col17) were detected. These circulating IgM autoantibodies showed no complement activating or blister inducing capacity, but the ability of Col17 internalization ex vivo. LIMITATIONS Limited number of patients. CONCLUSION This study provides further evidence for the role of IgM autoantibodies in pemphigoid disease and highlights Col17 as a target antigen in IgM pemphigoid.
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- Katharina Boch
- Department of Dermatology, University of Lübeck, Lübeck, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Lübeck, Lübeck, Germany; Lübeck Institute of Experimental Dermatology, University of Lübeck, Lübeck, Germany
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- Lübeck Institute of Experimental Dermatology, University of Lübeck, Lübeck, Germany
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- Lübeck Institute of Experimental Dermatology, University of Lübeck, Lübeck, Germany
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- Lübeck Institute of Experimental Dermatology, University of Lübeck, Lübeck, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf, Hamburg, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Lübeck, Lübeck, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Essen, Essen, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Lübeck, Lübeck, Germany; Lübeck Institute of Experimental Dermatology, University of Lübeck, Lübeck, Germany.
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Maglie R, Antiga E, Vannucchi M, Del Bianco E, Bianchi B, Massi D, Caproni M. Bullous eruption in a patient with B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia: a diagnostic challenge. Int J Dermatol 2017; 56:1445-1447. [PMID: 29076242 DOI: 10.1111/ijd.13807] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/19/2017] [Revised: 08/28/2017] [Accepted: 09/18/2017] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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- Roberto Maglie
- Department of Medical and Surgical Critical Care, Section of Dermatology, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Critical Care, Section of Dermatology, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Division of Pathological Anatomy, Department of Surgery and Translational Medicine, University of Florence, Florence Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Critical Care, Section of Dermatology, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Critical Care, Section of Dermatology, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Division of Pathological Anatomy, Department of Surgery and Translational Medicine, University of Florence, Florence Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Critical Care, Section of Dermatology, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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Danesh M, Pomeranz MK, McMeniman E, Murase JE. Dermatoses of pregnancy: Nomenclature, misnomers, and myths. Clin Dermatol 2016; 34:314-9. [PMID: 27265068 DOI: 10.1016/j.clindermatol.2016.02.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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The most recent reclassification of dermatoses of pregnancy includes polymorphic eruption of pregnancy, atopic eruption of pregnancy, and pemphigoid gestationis; intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy, strictly not a dermatosis, was included in specific dermatoses of pregnancy for working purposes. Another dermatosis, pustular psoriasis of pregnancy, could be included for similar reasons. The nomenclature of these pregnancy-specific eruptions has been revised several times, generating potential confusion among practitioners. Clouding the picture further are misnomers that have been used to describe dermatoses of pregnancy. In addition, several cutaneous conditions that are associated with, but not specific to, pregnancy, have been misunderstood, which has resulted in certain myths among patients and physicians. In this contribution, we describe how the nomenclature of each dermatosis of pregnancy has evolved to fit the current classification scheme. We then identify several misnomers that have generated confusion within the scheme. Finally, we debunk several myths that have developed around cutaneous conditions outside of this scheme, in both mother and newborn.
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- Melissa Danesh
- Department of Dermatology, University of California School of Medicine, San Francisco, California
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- The Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, New York University Langone Medical Center, New York, New York
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- Department of Dermatology, Princess Alexandra Hospital, Brisbane, Australia; Dermatology Research Centre, The University of Queensland School of Medicine, Brisbane, Australia
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- Department of Dermatology, University of California School of Medicine, San Francisco, California; Department of Dermatology, Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group, Mountain View, California.
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Slavescu KC, Chiorean R, Danescu S, Bota M, Rogojan L, Baican A. Diffuse cutaneous bullous mastocytosis with IgM deposits at dermo-epidermal junction. J Cutan Pathol 2015; 43:263-9. [DOI: 10.1111/cup.12635] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/06/2015] [Revised: 08/25/2015] [Accepted: 09/29/2015] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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- Kinga Cristina Slavescu
- Department of Pediatrics II; Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy; Cluj-Napoca Romania
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- Department of Dermatology; Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy; Cluj-Napoca Romania
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- Department of Dermatology; Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy; Cluj-Napoca Romania
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- Department of Pediatrics II; Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy; Cluj-Napoca Romania
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- Department of Pathology; Emergency Clinical Hospital; Cluj-Napoca Romania
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- Department of Dermatology; Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy; Cluj-Napoca Romania
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Bullous tinea pedis with direct immunofluorescence positivity: when is a positive result not autoimmune bullous disease? Am J Dermatopathol 2013; 35:587-94. [PMID: 22892469 DOI: 10.1097/dad.0b013e3182604854] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/15/2023]
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Skin biopsy for direct immunofluorescence (DIF) testing is an essential tool in the diagnosis of blistering diseases. In the majority of cases, positive epidermal immunofluorescent staining is indicative of an autoimmune bullous disease (AIBD). We identified 2 patients with bullous dermatophyte infection diagnosed on hematoxylin- and eosin-stained sections who had positive DIF findings on biopsy of perilesional skin. We subsequently reviewed the literature regarding positive DIF findings in conditions other than AIBD. Other infections, including herpesviridae, scabies, and orf, have rarely been reported to yield positive DIF findings, with positive staining at the dermoepidermal junction. Some genodermatoses and many inflammatory skin diseases, including lichen planus, psoriasis, graft-versus-host disease, among others, may also have DIF findings mimicking those of both intra- and subepidermal AIBD. Although rare, positive DIF results occur in conditions other than AIBD. In many instances, the pathophysiological mechanisms behind immunoreactant deposition in these conditions are poorly understood. Misleading DIF results may lead to delay in correct diagnosis and treatment. Clinicians should be aware of potential alternate sources of positivity when there is lack of clinical correlation with immunofluorescence findings.
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Magro CM, Roberts-Barnes J, Crowson AN. Direct Immunofluorescence Testing in the Diagnosis of Immunobullous Disease, Collagen Vascular Disease, and Vascular Injury Syndromes. Dermatol Clin 2012; 30:763-98, viii. [DOI: 10.1016/j.det.2012.06.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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Over the past several decades, many specific and nonspecific dermatoses of pregnancy have been described. The lack of a well-defined clinical and histological features as well as reproducibility in some of these entities has led to confusing reports in the literature. In this review article, an account of these nonspecific dermatoses of pregnancy will be presented in an attempt to shed light on their nosology and to better categorize them in view of the recent literature findings.
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- Maurice J Dahdah
- Department of Dermatology, American University of Beirut Medical Center, Riad El Solh, Beirut 1107-2020, Lebanon
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The dermatoses of pregnancy can be classified into the following 3 groups: physiologic skin changes in pregnancy, dermatoses and cutaneous tumors affected by pregnancy, and specific dermatoses of pregnancy. Correct diagnosis and classification are essential for the treatment of these disorders, when necessary. Laboratory investigations are required when the diagnosis remains in question despite a careful history and thorough physical examination. A discussion with the pregnant woman about the nature of her skin condition, and the possible fetal risks associated with it, is imperative.
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- G Kroumpouzos
- Department of Dermatology, Boston Medical Center, Boston University School of Medicine, Massachusetts, USA
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al-Fouzan AS, Hassab-el-Naby HM, Dvorak R. How reliable is the basement membrane phenomenon in the diagnosis of systemic lupus erythematosus? Int J Dermatol 1995; 34:330-2. [PMID: 7607793 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-4362.1995.tb03613.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/26/2023]
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BACKGROUND Although the basement membrane (BM) phenomenon is considered a good test to differentiate between systemic (SLE) and discoid lupus erythematosus (DLE), our observations question its reliability. METHODS Direct immunofluorescence stain was done to detect immunoglobulins and complement deposits in 10 SLE patients and in 10 healthy controls. Specimens were taken from the normal skin of the dorsa of hands. RESULTS The group of SLE patients showed deposits of IgG in 4, IgM in 7, IgA in 1, C3 in 7, and C4 in 1 patient. The group of healthy controls showed IgM in 2, C3 in 5, C4 in 2 cases, but no IgG or IgA deposits. CONCLUSION A positive BM phenomenon test could be found in normal individuals and may be due to the effect of ultraviolet rays. We think that the BM phenomenon has a limited reliability in diagnosing SLE.
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- A S al-Fouzan
- Department of Dermatology, Al-Sabah Hospital, Safat, Kuwait
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