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Keratoderma, Palmoplantar, Epidermolytic MeSH Descriptor Data 2025
An autosomal dominant hereditary skin disease characterized by epidermolytic hyperkeratosis that is strictly confined to the palms and soles. It has been associated with mutations in the gene that codes for KERATIN-9.
Entry Term(s)
EPPK (Epidermolytic Palmoplantar Keratoderma)
Epidermolytic Palmoplantar Keratoderma Vorner Type
An autosomal dominant hereditary skin disease characterized by epidermolytic hyperkeratosis that is strictly confined to the palms and soles. It has been associated with mutations in the gene that codes for KERATIN-9.