elastosis

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Introduction

Degradation of elastic tissue in the dermis with formation of coarse amorphous masses & increased amounts of glycosamino- glycans.

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References

  1. Color Atlas & Synopsis of Clinical Dermatology, Common & Serious Diseases, 3rd ed, Fitzpatrick et al, McGraw Hill, NY, 1997, pg 234