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ArticleCase reports in dermatological medicine2025

Petechiae and a Persistent Violaceous Nodule: A Presentation of Blastic Plasmacytoid Dendritic Cell Neoplasm to Dermatology.

Madison Anzelc, Christina Druskovich, Austin Cusick, Matthew Franklin

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Madison AnzelcDepartment of Dermatology, Riverside Methodist OhioHealth Hospital, Columbus, Ohio, USA.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0440-4830
Christina DruskovichMichigan State University College of Human Medicine, Lansing, Michigan, USA.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0009-3759-3720
Austin CusickDepartment of Dermatology, Riverside Methodist OhioHealth Hospital, Columbus, Ohio, USA.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8182-5252
Matthew FranklinDepartment of Dermatology, Riverside Methodist OhioHealth Hospital, Columbus, Ohio, USA.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9829-2678

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Abstract

Blastic plasmacytoid dendritic cell neoplasm (BPDCN) is a rare, highly aggressive CD4+ CD56+ hematopoietic malignancy. The cutaneous presentation is variable but often includes violaceous nodules. We present a rare case of BPDCN, which featured dermatological findings consisting of erythematous macules, petechiae, purpura, and a violaceous nodule. A skin biopsy and peripheral blood smear supported a diagnosis of BPDCN. With BPDCN favoring cutaneous involvement, we urge dermatologists to be aware of the possibility of a BPDCN diagnosis in patients who present with purpuric nodules and petechial skin findings, especially when it is not easily explainable by another pathology or medication.

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