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@entity1 @entity32 @entity16768 @entity738 @entity75
BACKGROUND: @entity16768 is a chronic @entity32 of connective tissue, manifested clinically by small, firm nodules. It is observed only rarely around the eyes. @entity1 AND METHODS: We present four @entity1 aged 33 to 66 years with @entity75 . The lesions were mildly or not symptomatic. Biopsies were taken. There was no association with any systemic @entity32 . RESULTS: Histology was characteristic for @entity738 annulare in all four cases. The clinical course was benign. CONCLUSION: When faced with @entity75 , the ophthalmologist may consider a diagnosis of @entity738 annulare in @entity1 of any age. While @entity738 annulare is generally observed in young @entity1 , one of our @entity1 was aged 66 years.
