Spectacular Presentation of Tuberous Xanthomas in a Case of Familial Hypercholesterolemia Type IIa

Abstract

Xanthomas are benign lesions that may manifest as papules or nodules in skin, characterized by the accumulation of lipids on macrophages that develop in the subcutaneous tissue [1]. Tuberous xanthomas are yellow or red, firms nodules, most commonly seen on the extensor members of the limbs and buttocks [2]. They are observed in several lipidoses and generally indicate a trouble of lipoprotein metabolism, in particular familial hypercholesterolemia, and generally do not exceed 2 cm [3].