Dermatosparaxis

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Dermatosparaxis

Skin fragility caused by abnormal collagen.

Mentioned in: Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome

dermatosparaxis

an inherited defect in collagen synthesis caused by a deficiency of procollagen peptidase. Results in fragility, hyperelasticity and laxity of the skin. Occurs in cattle, some breeds of sheep, and Himalayan cats. Called also Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, hyperelastosis cutis, cutaneous asthenia.

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