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  • Title: Morphea mimicking facial capillary malformations: Two new cases and review of the literature.
    Author: Gomez-Garcia LA, Rodriguez-Tamez G, Pérez-Romero AG, Garnica-Cruz P, Muñoz-Garza FZ, Ocampo-Candiani J, Sáez-de-Ocariz M, Alba-Rojas EL.
    Journal: Pediatr Dermatol; 2022 Mar; 39(2):275-280. PubMed ID: 35181933.
    Abstract:
    Morphea and facial capillary malformations (port-wine stains) are distinct conditions that can affect the pediatric population. Early localized morphea mimicking a capillary malformation is an uncommon clinical presentation. We present two new cases of girls, aged 2 and 3 years, who presented with erythematous patches, initially diagnosed as capillary malformations, which were later diagnosed as morphea. We also performed a literature review, yielding 12 additional cases that underscore that the unusual presentation of morphea may delay correct diagnosis. Although early management of morphea reduces long-term sequelae, it is important to delay laser treatment for selected acquired vascular malformations, until the diagnosis of morphea is excluded.
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