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(mor-fē′ă )
[Gr. morphe, form]
Localized or widespread sclerotic plaques of the skin, often arrayed in lines or bands. The lesions typically have an ivory-colored to yellow slightly firm center, with a violet border.
SEE: progressive systemic sclerosis
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