Intradermal melanocytic nevus of the external auditory canal.
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چکیده
Intradermal nevi are common benign pigmented skin tumors. Their occurrence within the external auditory canal is uncommon. The clinical and pathologic features of an intradermal nevus arising within the external auditory canal are presented, and the literature reviewed.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Ear, nose, & throat journal
دوره 91 8 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2005