Author/Authors :
Balighi, Kamran Depatment of Dermatology - Razi Hospital - Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran , Kamyab, Kambiz Depatment of Dermatology - Razi Hospital - Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran , Azizpour, Arghavan Depatment of Dermatology - Razi Hospital - Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran , Amini, Elahe Razi Hospital - Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran , Fahim, Shabnam Razi Hospital - Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
Abstract :
Background: Segmental pigmentation disorder (SegPD) is a rare type of cutaneous dyspigmentation. This hereditary disorder, first described some 20 years ago, is characterized by hypo and hyperpigmented patches on the trunk, extremities and less likely on the face and neck. These lesions are considered as a type of checkerboard pattern.
Case Presentation: Herein, we present a 26-year-old male who presented with hyperpigmented patches on his trunk, neck and upper extremities. Considering the clinical and histopathological findings, the diagnosis of SegPD was confirmed.
Conclusion: SegPD is a somewhat neglected entity which should be considered in differential diagnosis of pigmentation disorders.
