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Nov 14, 2022 · The Koebner phenomenon (KP), first described in 1876 by Heinrich Koebner, is the appearance of new skin lesions on previously unaffected skin secondary to trauma.[1] This phenomenon is also termed the isomorphic (from Greek, “equal shape”) response, given the fact that the new lesions that appear are clinically and histologically identical ...
Nov 14, 2022 · The Koebner phenomenon (KP), first described in 1876 by Heinrich Koebner, is the appearance of new skin lesions on previously unaffected skin secondary to trauma.
The Koebner phenomenon describes the appearance of new skin lesions of a pre-existing dermatosis on areas of cutaneous injury in otherwise healthy skin. It is also known as the Köbner phenomenon and isomorphic response. Linear lesions due to Koebner phenomenon in lichen planus. What is the cause of the Koebner phenomenon?
Dec 12, 2019 · Koebner phenomenon is critical in inducing new (secondary) psoriatic lesions in the healthy body regions following an injury/trauma with the involvement of multiple signaling pathways including mast cell-derived tryptase, IL-6, IL-8, IL-17, IL-36γ, and other inflammatory mediators.
Apr 27, 2022 · What is Koebner phenomenon? Koebner phenomenon affects people with certain skin diseases, most often with psoriasis. Sometimes, it can happen to people with warts, vitiligo and lichen planus. An injury, wound or burn can cause new lesions that resemble the primary skin disease.
The Koebner phenomenon or Köbner phenomenon (UK: / ˈ k ɜː b n ər /, US: / ˈ k ɛ b-/), also called the Koebner response or the isomorphic response, attributed to Heinrich Köbner, is the appearance of skin lesions on lines of trauma.
The Koebner phenomenon is one of the most well-known entities in dermatology. It was first described by Heinrich Koebner in 1876 as the formation of psoriatic lesions in uninvolved skin of psoriatic patients after cutaneous trauma.
Abstract. Background: The clinical significance of Koebner phenomenon (KP) in vitiligo with respect to disease activity and course is still debatable. Recently, a new classification was introduced for the assessment of KP.
Sep 3, 2022 · Injuries, insect bites, tattoos, and even sunburns can trigger new areas of psoriasis. We explain the Koebner phenomenon.
The Koebner phenomenon, also known as isomorphic reaction, refers to the develop-ment of secondary lesions with the same clinical manifestations and histopathological characteristics as the primary lesions in normal skin after trauma or other stimuli.
