[Clinical analysis of 60 cases of scleredema].

Clinical analysis of 60 cases of scleredema is reported with emphasis on clinical manifestations, microcirculatory changes, histopathological and ultrastructural observations. It is noted that the prognosis of scleredema may not always be good, and severe cases may lose their working capacity or even die. Attention should be paid to proper treatment of scleredema and long term follow-up is indicated to observe its course, outcome and pattern of evolution.