Lipoatrophy semicircularis induced by trauma

Lipoatrophy semicircularis is thought to be a rare condition characterized by band-like horizontal depressions of the skin typically involving the low er limbs. Previous literature has suggested that repetitive trauma to the l ower limbs could explain this condition: however, no direct causal link has ever been clearly established. There have also been several reports where no preceding history of trauma could be found. In our series we report seve n cases of lipoatrophy semicircularis representing over one-third of the st aff in a particular office. We propose that the most logical explanation fo r the indentations present in these individuals is repetitive trauma to the ir thighs by the sharp edge of the desks. The consistent nature of the dist ance between the floor and the horizontal indentations on the lower limbs d espite differences in height weight and body mass index support this theory . It is likely that this condition is more common than initially thought.