Lisch Nodules: A Key Diagnostic Sign of Neurofibromatosis Type 1
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Multiple, Unilateral Lisch Nodules in the Absence of Other Manifestations of Neurofibromatosis Type 1
Lisch nodules associated with Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) are usually multiple and bilateral in nature. Here, we report a 21-year-old healthy, Caucasian female who was diagnosed with multiple, unilateral Lisch nodules during routine eye examination. A thorough history and physical examination revealed no other signs of NF1. We diagnosed the rare occurrence of numerous, unilateral Lisch nodul...
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متن کاملSUBTITLE Multiple , Unilateral Lisch Nodules In The Absence Of Other Manifestations Of Neurofibromatosis
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عنوان ژورنال: Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas (English Edition)
سال: 2021
ISSN: 1578-2190
DOI: 10.1016/j.adengl.2021.02.008