Which feature helps distinguish pemphigus vulgaris from bullous pemphigoid on biopsy?
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Correct answer: Intraepidermal acantholysis
Pemphigus vulgaris is characterized by intraepidermal blister formation due to acantholysis. In contrast, bullous pemphigoid shows subepidermal blisters.
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