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Laugier-Hunziker Syndrome: An Uncommon Cause of Oral Pigmentation and a Review of the Literature.

Authors :
Montebugnoli, Lucio
Grelli, Ivan
Cervellati, Fabio
Misciali, Cosimo
Raone, Beatrice
Source :
International Journal of Dentistry; 2010, p1-4, 4p, 4 Color Photographs
Publication Year :
2010

Abstract

Laugier-Hunziker syndrome is a rare benign condition characterized by diffuse oral hyperpigmentation associated with pigmentation of the nails. The syndrome must be included in the differential diagnosis of diffuse oral pigmentation to exclude other conditions with systemic implications. We describe a 43-year-old white woman with the clinical and histological features of Laugier-Hunziker syndrome associated with toenail pigmentation. The correct clinical identification avoids the need for detailed investigations and treatment.We also review the potential causes of oral pigmentation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
16878728
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
International Journal of Dentistry
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
63486932
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1155/2010/525404