[Hypercalcinosis of the hands in scleroderma. 2 case reports].

Hypercalcinosis of the hand in association with scleroderma represents a rare and benign soft-tissue calcification. Reported are two cases of symmetric affection of soft-tissue layers of both hands in association with scleroderma. Superinfection and exulcerations necessitated surgical treatment. Diagnosis, therapy, and progress are described.