| Literature DB >> 26046028 |
E M Ackuaku-Dogbe1, G Osei-Kontoh2, A M Alford3.
Abstract
Melanocytoma, a specific variant of melanocytic naevus may occur anywhere along the uveal tract but most commonly it is on the optic disk and adjacent choroid. We report a case of necrotic melanocytoma with associated polycystic liver disease and peripheral neurofibromatosis in a 70-year old man who was referred to the eye unit of the Korle bu Teaching hospital, Accra, Ghana with a CT scan suggestive of choroidal melanoma. Histopathological features of the enucleated eye revealed necrotic melanocytoma. He also had other systemic conditions. The case is presented and the literature reviewed.Entities:
Keywords: Accra; Ghana; Necrotic melanocytoma; Neurofibromatosis; Polycystic liver
Year: 2013 PMID: 26046028 PMCID: PMC4437235
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J West Afr Coll Surg ISSN: 2276-6944