81 citations,
June 2012 in “European journal of human genetics” Inherited ichthyoses cause widespread skin scaling and thickening due to gene mutations.
The chapter explains that there are many genetic skin disorders affecting skin cell formation, including both common and rare types.
49 citations,
January 2013 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Newborns with ichthyosis need specific care based on their skin type.
18 citations,
January 2020 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” Over 67 genes linked to ichthyosis help improve diagnosis and treatment.
Cornification is the process where living skin cells die to create a protective barrier, and problems with it can cause skin diseases.