Cutis Verticis Gyrata – A Rare Case Report

Abstract

Cutis verticis gyrata (CVG) is a skin deformity characterised by excessive growth of skin of the scalp, resulting in furrows and folds which are similar to gyri of the brain cortex. A 25 year old male presented to the Dermatology department, Kempegowda institute of medical sciences with increased skin folds over scalp, forehead and face, increased oiliness of face, increased sweating, swelling of hands and feet and pain in limbs since 4 years. Routine blood investigation, thyroid function test and chest x-ray were normal Skull x-ray, x-ray of hands and feet showed cortical thickening of bones. CONCLUSION: We are presenting this case of CVG secondary to pachydermoperiostosis which is a rare case.