Pigmented purpuric dermatosis in pediatric patients

Abstract

Pigmented purpuric dermatoses correspond to chronic, idiopathic and self-limited diseases. They are rare, especially in the pediatric population. These conditions manifest as purpuric lesions with variable pigmentation as a result of erythrocyte extravasation and hemosiderin deposits in the superficial dermis. They may have a significant impact on patients’ quality of life. There is no standardized treatment, so it must be evaluated on a case-by-case basis to define the management, considering risk and benefits involved.