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Nevus of ota with pigmentation of buccal mucosa and lips

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Nevus of ota or oculodermal melanocytosis, is a benign condition characterized by blue or gray-brown hyperpigmentation, primarily distributed along the divisions of the trigeminal nerve. The pigmentation typically affects both the skin and ocular structures.

Source: Journal of Clinical Images and Medical Case Reports

DOI: 10.52768/2766-7820/3321

Author: Laura Schreieder

Institution: University Hospital Regensburg

Language: English

Topic: melanin and skin pigmentation

Subfield: Cell Biology

Field: Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W4407150713