Preferred Label : Granulomatous dermatophytosis;
ICD-11 definition : Granulomatous dermatophytosis (Majocchi granuloma) is a deep folliculitis due to deep
penetration of dermatophytes, usually affecting the lower legs and most commonly caused
by Trichophyton rubrum. It may be promoted by shaving the legs or by the inappropriate
use of potent topical corticosteroids in the presence of unsuspected tinea. It can
also develop as a result of impaired immunity.;
ICD-11 synonym : Majocchi granuloma;
ICD-11 inclusion : Majocchi granuloma;
Origin ID : 1425747293;
Automatic exact mappings (from CISMeF team)
Granulomatous dermatophytosis (Majocchi granuloma) is a deep folliculitis due to deep
penetration of dermatophytes, usually affecting the lower legs and most commonly caused
by Trichophyton rubrum. It may be promoted by shaving the legs or by the inappropriate
use of potent topical corticosteroids in the presence of unsuspected tinea. It can
also develop as a result of impaired immunity.
