Abstract
We report a case of juvenile xanthogranuloma associated with neurofibromatosis. The patient was a 10-month-old female who had multiple yellowish papules on the face and shoulders A Biopsy of these lesions revealed foamy histiocytes with an admixture of inflammatory cells and Touton giant cells. Multiple, more than 6, cafe-au-lait spots, measuring more than 1.5 cm in diameter were scattered on the trunk and buttocks Retardation of physical growih and development was observed.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 22-24 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Annals of Dermatology |
Volume | 5 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1993 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- juvenile xanthogranuloma
- neurofibromatosis
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Dermatology