
Diagnosis: Pemphigus vulgaris
Description: Crusted plaques formed after the rupture of flaccid blisters
Morphology: Blisters
Site: Back
Sex: M
Age: 55
Type: Clinical
Submitted By: Shahbaz Janjua
Differential DiagnosisHistory: Pemphigus vulgaris is an autoimmune, intraepithelial, blistering disease affecting the skin and mucous membranes. It is mediated by circulating autoantibodies directed against keratinocyte cell surfaces.