Etymed
livedo reticularis
Definition
A skin condition characterized by a mottled, purplish net-like pattern on the skin
Clinical context
A 65-year-old woman presents to the emergency department with progressive weakness and confusion over the past 24 hours. On physical examination, she has a characteristic mottled, purplish net-like pattern on her lower extremities. Her vital signs reveal hypotension and tachycardia. Laboratory studies show elevated D-dimer levels and evidence of microvascular thrombosis.
Mnemonic
Livedo Reticularis - Look for the 'L'ike a 'R'eticulated pattern on skin