Generally, livedo reticularis arises from altered blood flow in the skin microcirculation (the small blood vessels that supply the skin). A variety of factors reduces the flow of fresh arterial blood …

Livedo reticularis (LR) is a well-known, relatively common physical finding consisting of macular, violaceous, connecting rings that form a netlike pattern (Fig 1). In most cases, it is a …

Livedo Racemosa: A Striking Dermatological Sign for the Antiphospholipid Syndrome

Distinguishing livedo reticularis from livedo racemosa is important. Livedo racemosa is al-ways secondary and is often associated with an-tiphospholipid syndrome.

Localized livedo reticularis and retiform purpura can be signs of a severe and serious systemic disease. Most cases need emergent diagnosis in order to control the disease if possible.

Livedo reticularis is a violaceous reticular discolouration of the skin, with connecting rings forming a network-like pattern, more commonly involving the extremities.

Livedo reticularis over the thighs, buttocks, lower back, or upper abdomen was present in all subjects (Table 1). These subtle skin changes had not been previously noted by either the …