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Wilson’s Disease and Nevus of Ota in a Child: A Case Report

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Introduction: Wilson's disease is a rare autosomal recessive disorder that disrupts copper metabolism. It presents with distinctive ocular manifestations. Oculodermal melanosis, commonly referred to as nevus of Ota, is a painless condition characterized by hyperpigmentation in and around the eye. In this case report, we describe the unique occurrence of both conditions in this pediatric patient. Case Presentation: A 10-year-old girl exhibited classic ocular signs associated with Wilson's disease, including Kayser-Fleischer rings and sunflower-type cataracts. Additionally, she displayed unilateral confluent gray-blue hyperpigmentation consistent with a nevus of Ota. As of now, the patient remains asymptomatic, with preserved visual acuity. Conclusions: To the best of our knowledge, this case represents the first report of nevus of Ota in a child diagnosed with Wilson's disease.

Source: Case Reports in Ophthalmology

DOI: 10.1159/000541119

Authors: Achia Nemet, Itai Hacker, Chani Topf-Olivestone, Ran Svirsky, Joseph Pikkel, Michael Kinori

Institutions: Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Assuta Medical Center

Language: English

Topic: Trace Elements in Health

Subfield: Nutrition and Dietetics

Field: Nursing

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,030