The diagnostic value of café-au-lait macules - 07/09/11
Abstract |
Single café-au-lait macules (CALMs) are common in the pediatric population and in most children represent a normal finding. It is important to recognize whether the presence of multiple CALMs in a particular patient is normal or indicates an association with a multisystem disorder. This article addresses issues concerning the prevalence, genetics, and natural history of CALMs in the general population and reviews disorders in which CALMs are present as a characteristic trait. (J Am Acad Dermatol 1999;40:877-90.) Learning Objective: At the completion of this learning activity, participants should be familiar with the clinical and histologic aspects of café-au-lait macules and the prevalence, genetics, and natural history of them, particularly in children.
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Vol 40 - N° 6
P. 877-890 - juin 1999 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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