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Defining Novel Druggable Pathways in Darier, Hailey-Hailey, and Grover Disease: From Bedside to Bench and Back

Dr. Cory Simpson presented information about his research identifying novel therapeutic targets for rare skin blistering disorders, including Darier, Hailey-Hailey, and Grover disease.   First, Simpson described the clinical features, pathology, and genetics of Darier and Hailey-Hailey disease. Both diseases are autosomal dominant with adolescent onset. They may present with flaccid blisters, crusted erosions, and fissured…