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Rev ADM 2014; 71 (1)

Oral melanoacanthosis: Diagnosis and treatment of a clinical case

Caviglia SI

Language: Spanish
References: 11
Page: 28-30
PDF size: 321.09 Kb.


ABSTRACT

Melanoacanthosis is a rare pigmented oral lesion. Under the microscope, acanthosis of the surface epithelium is observed, together with the presence of dendritic melanocytes. The most commonly affected sites are the gums, palate, lips, and oral mucosa. Although the pathogenesis of melanoacanthosis is not well understood, the clinical behavior of lesions is suggestive of a reactive origin. Biopsy is important in order to make a differential diagnosis with other pigmented lesions, primarily melanoma.


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