Melanosis coli: a case report
| Autor: | Anoop K V |
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| Jazyk: | angličtina |
| Rok vydání: | 2021 |
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| Zdroj: | The Egyptian Journal of Internal Medicine, Vol 33, Iss 1, Pp 1-3 (2021) |
| Druh dokumentu: | article |
| ISSN: | 1110-7782 2090-9098 |
| DOI: | 10.1186/s43162-021-00052-1 |
| Popis: | Abstract Background Melanosis coli is a benign condition characterized by deposition of lipofuscin in colonic mucosa due to long-term laxative use. Case presentation Here I am reporting a case of an 85-year-old man who presented with constipation, with a history of long-term herbal medication intake as laxatives, and upon evaluation, he was found to have melanosis coli. Conclusion Melanosis coli is a common adverse effect of chronic laxative use which is more common in elderly population with constipation. |
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