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epidermolysis bullosa |
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epidermolysis bullosa [ˌɛpɪdɜːˈmɒlɪsɪs bʊˈləʊzə] n (Medicine / Pathology) (Medicine) a group of genetic disorders causing blistering of the skin and mucous membranes. In simple cases the blistering is induced by injury, but in serious cases it occurs spontaneously How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| After a visit to a dermatologist, the Youngs learned that Genia had a rare skin disease called epidermolysis bullosa, or EB. In addition to having received FDA approvals during 2001 for the treatment of Epidermolysis Bullosa and donor sites in burn patients, Ortec is also pursuing FDA approvals for venous and diabetic skin ulcers and is in the midst of clinical trials for these indications. A 27-year-old man with a history of epidermolysis bullosa came to the clinic complaining of progressive dysphagia. |
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