Seborrheic keratosis - External and Internal Eye
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Synopsis
SKs may occur on the upper or lower eyelids. In this location they are usually asymptomatic; however, larger lesions may interfere with vision.
Dermatosis papulosa nigra is a term given to the papular seborrheic keratoses (most often seen as dark brown 1-3 mm papules) on the face of individuals with darker skin colors.
Relatively rapid onset of numerous SKs may be a cutaneous sign of internal malignancy. Multiple eruptive SKs in association with a visceral cancer is referred to as the sign of Leser-Trélat. The most common associated malignancy is adenocarcinoma of the gastrointestinal tract.
Codes
L82.1 – Other seborrheic keratosis
SNOMEDCT:
25499005 – Seborrheic keratosis
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Last Updated:01/24/2022
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