2018
DOI: 10.1186/s13256-018-1725-9
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Intracranial meningeal melanocytoma diagnosed using an interdisciplinary approach: a case report and review of the literature

Abstract: BackgroundMeningeal melanocytoma is a rare pigmented tumor arising from leptomeningeal melanocytes. Patients with this tumor might initially consult a dentist because a mass lesion in Meckel’s cave could manifest as dental pain and malocclusion, thereby mimicking temporomandibular disorder. The diagnostic approach, especially using imaging modalities, would be challenging in such cases unless an interdisciplinary approach is used.Case presentationHere, we report a case of a 39-year-old Japanese man who had a h… Show more

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“…[ 11 ] Due to a limited number of cases, it is difficult to calculate the incidence of such tumors. [ 4 ]…”
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confidence: 99%
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“…[ 11 ] Due to a limited number of cases, it is difficult to calculate the incidence of such tumors. [ 4 ]…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…The symptoms that lead patients to consult a doctor can be extremely different, depending on the tumor location. [ 4 ] In their study, Keng-Liang et al reported 12 patients with meningeal melanocytoma and Nevus of Ota [ 12 ] thus every patient should have a complete dermatology examination. In the case of our patient, he was Nevus of Ota-free.…”
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