[Livedoid vasculopathy (white atrophy) associated with anticardiolipin antibodies].

Abstract

Livedoid vasculopathy is characterized by painful purpuric lesions that generally occur on the lower limbs, and frequently ulcerate and heal leaving porcelain white atrophic scars (atrophic blanche). The histology evidences a thrombotic process. Livedoid vasculopathy is normally described as occurring as a sole entity, however thera have been reports of an association with anticardiolipin antibodies. This suggest a possible link with antiphospholipid syndrome.