Melanosis Coli: Case Report

Abstract

Melanosis coli is an incidental benign finding characterized by the deposition of dark brown pigment in the colonic mucosa. The cause of this situation is due to long-term laxative use. We report a female patient who underwent surgery for colon adenocarcinoma and diagnosed as melanosis coli during histopathological examination.

Keywords

• colon
• melanosis coli
• tumor