Surgical Management of Favre-Racouchot Syndrome

Abstract

Background

Nodular elastosis of the skin or Favre-Racouchot syndrome presents as thick yellow plaques with cysts and comedones around the periorbital area in people with prolonged exposure to ultraviolet radiation.

Objective

To demonstrate the surgical management of Favre-Racouchot syndrome.

Methods

Surgical excision of affected skin in a 55-year-old farmer with Favre-Racouchot syndrome and reconstruction of skin defects by using a local flap and a free graft were performed.

Results

Skin lesions were successfully excised with an acceptable aesthetic result, and the patient's condition was excellent two years after the removal.

Conclusion

Surgical treatment for Favre-Racouchot syndrome is recommended when there are extensive lesions by using either local flaps or free grafts.