ICD-11 definition : Subacute cutaneous lupus erythematosus is a non-scarring form of lupus erythematosus
typified by the presence of circulating anti-Ro/SSA antibodies and discoid or annular
inflamed red patches with variable fine scaling on sun-exposed skin, especially the
sides of the face and neck, the vee of the neck, the extensor surfaces of the upper
arms and the upper back: in contrast with systemic lupus erythematosus the cheeks
tend to be spared. Visceral disease is less frequent than in systemic lupus erythematosus:
renal involvement is rare and mild.;
Subacute cutaneous lupus erythematosus is a non-scarring form of lupus erythematosus
typified by the presence of circulating anti-Ro/SSA antibodies and discoid or annular
inflamed red patches with variable fine scaling on sun-exposed skin, especially the
sides of the face and neck, the vee of the neck, the extensor surfaces of the upper
arms and the upper back: in contrast with systemic lupus erythematosus the cheeks
tend to be spared. Visceral disease is less frequent than in systemic lupus erythematosus:
renal involvement is rare and mild.