Photopheresis Provides Significant Long-Lasting Benefit in Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis

Nephrogenic systemic fibrosis (NSF), previously known as nephrogenic fibrosing dermopathy, is a rare complication of exposure to gadolinium-based contrast agents in patients who have significantly decreased renal function. Manifestations include fibrosis of the skin and other tissues. Effective ther...

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Main Authors: Ranran Zhang, William Nicholas Rose
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2017-01-01
Series:Case Reports in Dermatological Medicine
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2017/3240287