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Pathophysiologie der Akne

Pathophysiology of acne

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Pathogenetisch sind bei der Entstehung der Akne verschiedene Faktoren von Bedeutung, unter anderem Seborrhö, follikuläre Hyperkeratose, Propionibakterien und entzündliche Vorgänge. Diese Übersichtsarbeit erläutert pathophysiologisch relevante Faktoren.

Abstract

Several pathogenic factors contribute to the development of acne, among them, seborrhea, follicular hyperkeratosis, propionibacteria, and inflammatory events. This article reviews current knowledge of these pathogenic factors.

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  1. Klinik und Poliklinik für Dermatologie und Allergologie der Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, München

    C. Borelli, G. Plewig &  K. Degitz

  2. Klinik und Poliklinik für Dermatologie und Allergologie der Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Frauenlobstraße 9–11, 80337, München

    K. Degitz

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Borelli, C., Plewig, G. & Degitz, K. Pathophysiologie der Akne. Hautarzt 56, 1013–1017 (2005). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00105-005-1043-1

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