Systematized epidermal nevus: A rare case report and a review of literature

Authors

  • Nongsak Chanasumon Division of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok
  • Praemala Chayavichitsilp Division of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok

Keywords:

Systematized epidermal nevus, Epidermal nevus syndrome

Abstract

Systematized epidermal nevus is a rare skin condition. It is considered to be a benign epidermal proliferation, which is characterized by well-circumscribed, hyperpigmented verrucous lesions, usually distributed bilaterally along the lines of Blaschko. We report a 14-year-old Thai boy who presented with multiple asymptomatic hyperkeratotic brownish plaques all over the body since birth. The clinical presentation and histopathologic findings support the diagnosis of systematized epidermal nevus.

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Published

2016-07-01

How to Cite

Chanasumon, N., & Chayavichitsilp, P. (2016). Systematized epidermal nevus: A rare case report and a review of literature. Thai Journal of Dermatology, 32(3), 212–216. Retrieved from https://he02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/TJD/article/view/159634