Neurofibromatosis type 1 and melanoma of the iris arising from a dysplastic nevus: A rare yet casual association?

CONCLUSIONS: Occurrence of both diseases in one patient is extremely rare, but the common origin of Schwann cells and melanoblasts suggests a non-casual association. Therefore, we propose that NF1 patients should be screened for nevi, both cutaneous and uveal, for better patients' management.
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Source: European Journal of Ophthalmology - February 15, 2020 Category: Opthalmology Authors: Alessio G, Guerriero S, Albano V, Piscitelli D, Falcone V, Lastella P, Resta N, Stella A Tags: Eur J Ophthalmol Source Type: research