Oral melanosis after tyrosine kinase inhibition with Imatinib for chronic myelogenous leukemia: report of a case and review of the literature

Wong, M.; Sade, S.; Gilbert, M.; Klieb, H.B.E.

Dermatology Online Journal 17(5): 4

2011


ISSN/ISBN: 1087-2108
PMID: 21635826
Document Number: 648064
Dermatologic manifestations from therapy with imatinib are well known and frequently include hypopigmentation, and less commonly, hyperpigmentation. There have been few reports of oral hyperpigmentation. We present a case of palatal melanosis related to imatinib therapy for chronic myelogenous leukemia. This case is reported to add to the sparse literature concerning mucosal reactions related to this medication.

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