Synonym(s)
linear nevus verrucosus; Linear verrucous epidermal nevus
DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
Mostly unilaterally localized, striated, papillomatous or verrucous epidermal nevus.
External therapyThis section has been translated automatically.
Retinoids, such as 0.05% tretinoin ointment, over several weeks can be tried.
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Internal therapyThis section has been translated automatically.
In case of extended nevi a systemic therapy with Acitretin (Neotigason) can be discussed alternatively.
Operative therapieThis section has been translated automatically.
If possible striped excision, if necessary in several sessions. Alternatively dermabrasion, in this case a grinding depth down to the middle corium is necessary. If necessary, attempt laser therapy(e.g. Erbium-YAG laser).
LiteratureThis section has been translated automatically.
- Askar I et al (2003) Linear verrucous epidermal nevus with cutaneous horn. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 17: 353-355
- Bohm M et al (2003) Successful treatment of inflammatory linear verrucous epidermal naevus with topical natural vitamin D3 (calcitriol). Br J Dermatol 148: 824-825
- Celia M et al (1991) Precocious puberty in a boy with a widespread linear epidermal nevus. Br J Dermatol 125: 178-182
- Stieler W et al (1992) Multiple wool hair nevi with linear epidermal nevus and persistent pupillary membrane. Dermatologist 43: 441-445
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Acitretin; Dermabrasion; Dermis; Epidermal nevus (overview); Erbium yag laser; Excision; Laser; Retinoids;Disclaimer
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