A retrospective clinico epidemiological study of pattern of dermatosis involving trigeminal distribution in a tertiary care center

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Author Details : Spandana D Krishnamurthy*, Abhey Shamsundar, Pallavi Hanjagi, Mahalaxmi Katagave, Shilpa Kanathur

Volume : 10, Issue : 4, Year : 2024

Article Page : 474-479

https://doi.org/10.18231/j.ijced.2024.082

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Abstract

Background: Trigeminal nerve is the principal sensory nerve of face. Many dermatological conditions known occur in relation to trigeminal nerve distribution clinically presenting as unilateral facial lesions with strict midline demarcation.
Aims and Objectives: To study the clinical pattern and epidemiological determinants of dermatoses along trigeminal nerve among the patients of both the sexes, involving all the age groups.
Materials and Methods: Thirty two patients presenting with skin lesions along trigeminal nerve presenting to Dermatology department of a tertiary care center, Bangalore, Karnataka, are selected for the study. Study design is retrospective hospital record based study conducted from January 2023 to January 2024.
Results: In this study, out of 32 patients most common dermatoses along trigeminal nerve were infection of which herpes zoster was seen thirteen (40.62%) patients, followed by nevi (n=6, 18.75%), pigmentary disorders (n=5, 15.62%), vascular disorder (n=4, 12.5%) and auto inflammatory disorder (n=4, 12.5%) was seen. Most common branch affected was ophthalmic followed maxillary branch .Females were more common and mean age was 24 years.
Limitation: Small sample size and rare clinical cases are included
Conclusion: Studies focusing on the pattern of dermatoses involving the trigeminal nerve contribute to the advancement of medical knowledge and facilitate the development of novel diagnostic techniques and therapeutic modalities. By elucidating the underlying pathophysiological mechanisms and identifying potential risk factors, research in this field can lead to the development of more effective treatment strategies tailored to the specific needs of patients.
 

Keywords: Trigeminal nerve, Infection, Pigmentary diseases

How to cite : Krishnamurthy S D, Shamsundar A, Hanjagi P, Katagave M, Kanathur S, A retrospective clinico epidemiological study of pattern of dermatosis involving trigeminal distribution in a tertiary care center. IP Indian J Clin Exp Dermatol 2024;10(4):474-479

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