Melanosis coli: a case report

Abstract Background Melanosis coli is a benign condition characterized by deposition of lipofuscin in colonic mucosa due to long-term laxative use. Case presentation Here I am reporting a case of an 85-year-old man who presented with constipation, with a history of long-term herbal medication intake...

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Main Author: Anoop K V (Author)
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Published: SpringerOpen, 2021-07-01T00:00:00Z.
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